Manufacturing Sector Strategy Lead

Gauteng Provincial Government; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 839,000 - 1,026,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Provincial Government seeks a Director in Sector and Industry Development to lead policy frameworks and sector strategies for the manufacturing ecosystem. The role focuses on growth, coordination across government spheres, and partnership development with industry players to drive industrialisation and job creation.

The incumbent will develop business cases, terms of reference, and implementation plans, ensuring alignment with provincial objectives and annual SLAs.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• NQF Level 6/7 in Economics/Development Studies/Development Economics (SAQA recognised)
• Minimum 3 years at Assistant Director level or equivalent supervisory management experience in economic development, policy development, strategy development, project management, industrial development or manufacturing sector development
• Code 8/10 driver's license is essential

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and promote policy frameworks for manufacturing sector development.
• Develop growth strategies and sector plans aligned to industry changes.
• Collaborate with government spheres and private sector to implement sector policies.
• Prepare implementation guidelines, MOUs/SLAs, and monitor progress against targets.
• Report on project implementation monthly, quarterly and annually.
• Identify interventions to drive industrialisation, inclusive growth, and township development.

Skills

Economic development

Policy development

Strategic planning

Project management

Education

Grade 12

NQF 6/7 Economics

Job description

Gauteng Provincial Government seeks a Director in Sector and Industry Development to lead policy frameworks and sector strategies for the manufacturing ecosystem. The role focuses on growth, coordination across government spheres, and partnership development with industry players to drive industrialisation and job creation.

The incumbent will develop business cases, terms of reference, and implementation plans, ensuring alignment with provincial objectives and annual SLAs.