Senior Management Consultant - Economic Development

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

About the Role

Our client, a respected management consultancy, is seeking a Senior Management Consultant to focus on Economic Development strategies. This role is based in Mahikeng, North West , and involves working with regional governments, development agencies, and private sector entities to foster sustainable economic growth and job creation. You will lead engagements focused on investment promotion, sector development, infrastructure planning, and policy advisory. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regional economies, robust analytical skills, and a proven ability to develop and implement impactful economic development programs. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders to identify opportunities, overcome challenges, and drive tangible results for the North West province and beyond. This is a significant opportunity to contribute to regional prosperity and socio-economic advancement.

Key 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.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or a related field.
• 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.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with government entities and private sector organizations.
• Familiarity with the economic landscape of the North West province is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and bonus structure, commensurate with your experience and contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement fund contributions is provided.
• Opportunities for professional development, including specialized training and attendance at economic forums, are available.
• This role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects that directly contribute to regional development and community well-being.
• Join a dedicated team focused on making a positive difference.