ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Directorate: Commercial Development

Reference number: C6/26/10
Salary: R487 197 – R573 897 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Head Office: Polokwane
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 28 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12 plus an NQF 6 qualification in Tourism / Marketing/ Hospitality/ Business Management / Project management or equivalent commerce related qualification as recognised by SAQA. Minimum of three (3) years’ working experience in Tourism / Marketing / Hospitality/ Business Management / Project management fields, of which two (2) years must be in supervisory position. No criminal record. Valid driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disability). Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge and the ability to interpret and apply directives, policy, guidelines and environmental legislation. Analytical skills. Knowledge and experience in preparing and interpreting feasibility studies. Expertise and experience in tourism planning and management.

Duties

Develop framework to guide commercial development in each reserve. Develop commercial development strategies with clear and practical revenue potentials for each reserve. Develop commercial master plans as part of integrated reserve management plan for each reserve in line with Municipal IDP’s. Conduct eco-tourism business analysis (feasibilities) and market trends within eco-tourism industry. Prepare commercialization procurement documentation in accordance with best industry practice and in compliance with public sector procurement legislation, policies and guidelines. Preparation of CPPP draft agreements. Maintain close liaison with Government Technical Advisory Centre (GTAC) Include mechanisms in the draft agreements to measure performance of each concession. Develop the necessary investor communication and mobilization. Provide technical support and professional management of the entire procurement process as well as the quality and integrity thereof. Research and profile products and their commercial attributes in each reserve. Research and develop tourism activities and facilities in the reserves. Develop products packages and pricing strategies to enhance revenue. Manage, analyze concession performance and beneficiation. Conduct and facilitate commercial resources use in relevant reserves. Facilitate the participation of affected stakeholders in all planned projects to ensure project sustainability. Contribute to the development of infrastructure necessary to implement the integrated master plan for each reserve.

Where to send your application

Applicants should apply through the following website https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za Applications can also be hand delivered to: Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73, 19 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700 OR posted to Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700.

Enquiries

Ms. WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691

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 10 September 2026.

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