Assistant Director: Tourism Sector, Ref No. DEDAT 22/2024

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate and facilitate the creation of opportunities to influence economic growth and job creation within the tourism sector (Regulation).

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Commerce/Tourism/Law or Public Administration; A minimum of 3 years administrative experience (Project management relating to tourism, economic development, public administration or law; the tourism industry; Regulatory environment); A valid (Code B) or higher driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Experience in the following: Tourist Guiding industry; Supervision of staff; Compiling information for newsletters; Project Management; Working with SMMEs.

Regulate and administer tourist guide applications and renewals registrations (online system) to improve sector competitiveness and development; Monitor and investigate illegal tour guides; Maintain networks with key stakeholders and ensure vertical and horizontal alignment; People Management.

Knowledge of the following: Tourism Second Amendment Act (3 of 2014) and applicable policies and procedures; Analytical thinking; Planning and Organisational; Problem-solving; Decision making; Creative thinking; Accuracy and numeracy; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skills (written and verbal); Presentation skills; Leading and supervising; Working with people; Networking; Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to analyse, conceptualise and implement policy.

R 444 036 per annum (Salary level 9).

Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.