ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INVESTMENT PROMOTION

Department of Tourism

Reference number: DT47/2026
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10), excludes service benefits
Centre: Pretoria
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

A recognised NQF 6 qualification in Economics, International Relations, Business studies, Development Studies or related qualifications. Four (4) years’ experience in Investment Facilitation and Promotion of which two (2) years must be at a Senior practitioner level or equivalent. Experience in Tourism and Hospitality will be added advantage. Tourism management and development. Economic environment. Investment environment. Project management. Stakeholder management. Financial management. Computer literacy. Interpersonal skills. Client orientation. Communication (written and verbal). Planning and organising skills. A valid driver’s licence (Persons with disabilities that prevent them from driving will still be considered).

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in compiling an investment project portfolio; Assisting in developing strategy and manage investment promotion; Enhancing brand recognition and promote products or services; Assisting in developing new products or services, or discontinuing them, or decisions on related research and development programs; Conducting market investment analysis; Advising on foreign direct investment; Assisting in developing and promoting local direct investment; Assisting in the identification, packaging and marketing of potential investment opportunities, and the identification of potential investors; Providing general information on the investment and domestic business climate, and offers dedicated aftercare services to investor; Facilitating and manage strategic funding partnerships; Facilitating public-private partnership agreements; Coordinating a risk assessment to determine the material risks to; Coordinating the selection, prioritization, development and management of new or renewed partnership.

Where to send your application

Email Application: Recruitment4726@tourism.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr N Mudau Tel No: (012) 444 6463

Note

Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine the suitability of a person for employment EE Requirements: Coloured Male and White Male candidates as well as Youth and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 28 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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