Senior Economic Development Strategy Consultant

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 1,100,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonus

Medical aid & retirement fund

Professional development

Impactful regional projects

Team oriented

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking a Senior Management Consultant specializing in Economic Development to lead investment promotion, sector development, and infrastructure planning for regional growth.

You will work with government bodies, development agencies, and private sector partners to design and implement programs, conduct economic impact studies, and deliver actionable recommendations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in economic development, policy advisory, or consulting.
• Strong understanding of regional economic dynamics, investment promotion, and SME support.
• Proven experience in project management and stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with the economic landscape of the North West province is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement economic development strategies for regions and municipalities.
• Analyze regional economic data, market opportunities, and investment potential.
• Advise on policies to attract investment, support SMEs, and stimulate job growth.
• Lead projects related to infrastructure development planning and financing.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and build partnerships between public and private sectors.
• Manage project teams and ensure the successful delivery of economic development initiatives.
• Conduct economic impact assessments and feasibility studies.
• Prepare reports, proposals, and presentations for government and private sector clients.
• Contribute to the firm's expertise in economic development consulting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Negotiation and presentation

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related field

7+ years experience in economic development, policy advisory, or consulting

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, is seeking a Senior Management Consultant specializing in Economic Development to lead investment promotion, sector development, and infrastructure planning for regional growth.

You will work with government bodies, development agencies, and private sector partners to design and implement programs, conduct economic impact studies, and deliver actionable recommendations.