DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RED TAPE REDUCTION

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Reference number: DEDAT 24/2026
Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
Centre: Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government.
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 17 August 2026
Circular: No 26 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years management experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: National and Provincial instruments and legislation pertaining to Strategy Development and Stakeholder management; Global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape; Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; SMME sector, including policies, dominant issues, role-players and service providers. Skills in the following: Written and verbal communication; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Analytical; Report writing; Interpersonal skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties

Identify blockages and inhibitors to economic growth and development; Advocate and create awareness amongst stakeholders of the significance of red tape; Facilitate the resolving of identified blockages and regulatory restraints; Management of Human resources and Finance.

Where to send your application

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries

Ms A Augustus at aeysha.augustus@westerncape.gov.za

Note

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date, as no late applications will be considered.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 26 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 24 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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