SENIOR MANAGER: STRATEGIC EXPORT & TRADE DEVELOPMENT-FIVE (5) YEARS FIXED-TERM CONTRACT WITH THREE MONTHS’ PROBATION

Gauteng Provincial Government; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,524,000 - 1,863,000; Full time

Job summary

Gauteng Growth and Development Agency seeks a senior manager to lead export promotion and investment attraction efforts. You will develop strategies to boost exports, advise on market trends, and build relationships with government bodies and industry partners in Gauteng.

The role requires extensive experience in commerce and development, with a focus on governance, stakeholder collaboration, and delivering strategic outcomes for the province.

Qualifications

• Relevant bachelor’s degree and postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Investments or related field (NQF Level 8).
• 5–7 years’ experience in a management position in commerce, trade and investment attraction environment.
• 10 years’ experience in a commercial field preferably trade, investments and economic development.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Implementation: Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for promoting exports from Gauteng, aligning with regional and national economic development goals.
• Provide insights into market trends, demand forecasts, and competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making.
• Establish and maintain relationships with government departments and other economic development agencies in Gauteng and other similar agencies in South Africa.

Education

Bachelor’s degree and Postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Investments or related field (NQF Level 8)

Job description

• Reference Number : Refs/057202
• Directorate : STRATEGIC EXPORT & TRADE DEVELOPMENT
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : PPATERSON GRADE GGDA D5, SALARY R1 693 424.00 TOTAL COST OF EMPLOYMENT PER ANNUM
• Enquiries : Only queries can be forward to – [e-mail]

Requirements :

• Relevant bachelor’s degree and Postgraduate qualification in Commerce, Investments or a related field (NQF Level 8). 5-7 years’ experience in a management position in commerce, trade and investment attraction environment 10 years in experience in a commercial field preferably trade, investments and economic development.

Duties :

• Strategy Implementation-Develop and implement comprehensive strategies for promoting exports from Gauteng, aligning with regional and national economic development goals. Provide insights into market trends, demand forecasts, and competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making. Establish and maintain relationships with government departments and other economic development agencies in Gauteng and other similar agencies in South Africa. Identify trade and investment opportunities in line with the NEPAD framework. Provide technical assistance and training to entrepreneurs to get them export ready. Formation of strategic partnerships with business chambers, industry associations, and key associations or entities across the continent. Create a database of Gauteng importers Establish and maintain the database of Gauteng-based exporters facilitated and supported by the GGDA. Curate investment promotion activities and represent GGDA at industry events and forums. Representing GGDA in Gauteng-based export forums Stakeholder Relationship Management. Identify strategic stakeholders to foster effective communication and ensure appropriate relationships are maintained. Establish and maintain strategic partnerships and stakeholder forums. Develop appropriate communication strategies, manage and oversee the required interaction between the GGDA and the public. Cultivate, maintain, protect, and promote the GGDA’s corporate image and the brand Articulate organisational programmes and values to internal and external stakeholders. Participate in meetings or discussions dealing with the domestic investment climate with the private sector and other stakeholders dealing in the trade environment. Develop programme with Chambers of Commerce and organised business formations. Build relationships with key national and local government partners, to improve investment climate and ease the cost of doing trade in the province. Good Corporate Governance & Compliance. Establish effective control and coordination mechanisms for all operations and activities of the sub-unit and take reasonable steps to ensure the integrity of the internal controls and management information systems. Ensure that all operations and activities of the sub-unit are conducted in accordancewith the PFMA, relevant regulations, the GGDA’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, sound business practices, and other policies and practices. Drive a high-performance corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and encourages individual integrity, accountability, and social responsibility. Facilitate resource availability through effective procurement processes. Comply with organisation and divisional reporting requirements.

Notes :

• Preference will be given to people with disabilities, women and previously disadvantaged individuals to promote Employment Equity within the groupOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Employer : Department of Economic Development

Location : GAUTENG GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

Closing Date : 06-11-2026

Criteria Questions

Do you have the required qualification

do you have 5-7 years’ experience in a Management position in commerce, trade and investment attraction environment 10 years in experience in a commercial field preferably trade, investments and economic development

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.