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LOCAL & REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT (LRED) ADVISOR (X5 POSTS)

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE

Salary band

R 398 277

Closing date

10 July 2026

Reference

PSC 22/323

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE

Location

S : Amathole District: Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/47 (2 Posts) Joe Gqabi District: Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/48 OR Tambo District: Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/49 Sarah Baartman District: Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/50 Employment Equity targets: Amathole District: Coloured Male, African Male Joe Gqabi District: Indian Male/PWD OR Tambo District: White Male Sarah Baartman District: White Male

Salary

R338 106 - R398 277 per annum (Level 7)

Requirements

National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Economics/ Business Administration/ Development Studies/ Entrepreneurship and/or relevant qualification. 1-2 years relevant experience. The following skills,

Duties

Coordinate inputs for the development of policies, guidelines, norms and standards. Promote the coordination of Local & Regional Economic Development initiatives. Monitor implementation of Local & Regional Economic Development activities. Coordinate implementation of capacity building programmes. Perform administrative and related functions.

Enquiries

Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383 / Mr. P. Makhele at 078 801 5909 For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za

Closing Date

10 July 2026

About customer service and call centre roles in South Africa

Customer service and contact centre roles are a significant source of formal employment in South Africa, particularly in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Durban. The sector employs large numbers of young South Africans in first formal jobs and provides structured pathways to supervisory and management roles. Many international companies operate South African contact centres to service global clients, offering competitive salaries relative to local entry-level norms.

·For contact centre roles serving UK, US, or Australian clients, a neutral accent and clear spoken English is assessed during interviews or telephonic screens.

·Shift work, weekend work, and public holiday work are standard in contact centre environments. Be clear about your availability before accepting an offer.

·RE5 certification is required for contact centre roles involving insurance advice or financial product sales.

·Supervisory and team leader roles in contact centres typically require at least 12 months of agent experience at the specific operation.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Economics/ Business Administration/ Development Studies/ Entrepreneurship and/or relevant qualification
·1-2 years relevant experience
·The following skills,

Key Duties

·Coordinate inputs for the development of policies, guidelines, norms and standards
·Promote the coordination of Local & Regional Economic Development initiatives
·Monitor implementation of Local & Regional Economic Development activities
·Coordinate implementation of capacity building programmes
·Perform administrative and related functions

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sasrecruit44@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the LOCAL & REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT (LRED) ADVISOR (X5 POSTS) position at PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE?+

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What is the salary for the LOCAL & REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT (LRED) ADVISOR (X5 POSTS) position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 398 277. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the LOCAL & REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT (LRED) ADVISOR (X5 POSTS) application close?+

The closing date for this position is 10 July 2026 - 6 days from today. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.

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