Senior Manager, Strategic Export & Trade Growth

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

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.