POST 26/195 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RED TAPE REDUCTION REF NO: DEDAT 24/2026
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape
Government.
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher
qualification); A minimum of 3 years management experience; A valid (Code B
or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving
abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National and Provincial
instruments and legislation pertaining to Strategy Development and
Stakeholder management; Global, regional and local political, economic and
social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape;
Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South
African public sector; SMME sector, including policies, dominant issues, role-
players and service providers. Skills in the following: Written and verbal
communication; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint); Analytical; Report writing; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work
independently and as part of a team.
DUTIES : Identify blockages and inhibitors to economic growth and development;
Advocate and create awareness amongst stakeholders of the significance of
red tape; Facilitate the resolving of identified blockages and regulatory
restraints; Management of Human resources and Finance.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Augustus at aeysha.augustus@westerncape.gov.za
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time
determined by the department and submit documentation for verification
purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake
two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection
process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By
applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government
contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records
and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online
application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to
16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to
the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date, as no
late applications will be considered.