11 May 2026 Western Cape Government Closing 24 May 2026

Deputy Director: Cape Catalyst

Government, Public Service

About this role

The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to facilitate and coordinate targeted economic catalytic infrastructure interventions and projects.

Minimum Requirements

  • An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Development Studies / Political Science / Economics or Town and Regional Planning; A minimum of 3 years management experience; 3 years economic development experience; 5 years public sector project 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 Competencies Working knowledge of the following: Public sector – Recommendation None.
  • Facilitate catalytic infrastructure projects and programmes aligned to the strategy and plans
  • Facilitate and co-ordinate stakeholder engagements, i.e. establish fora, steering committees and task teams as relevant and as per the Cape Catalyst methodology for projects and programmes
  • Develop, co-ordinate and manage catalytic infrastructure intervention strategies
  • Manage and oversee work of professional service providers
  • People Management
  • Financial Management.
  • Working knowledge of the following: Public sector – Recommendation None.
  • None.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate catalytic infrastructure projects and programmes aligned to the strategy and plans
  • Facilitate and co-ordinate stakeholder engagements, i.e. establish fora, steering committees and task teams as relevant and as per the Cape Catalyst methodology for projects and programmes
  • Develop, co-ordinate and manage catalytic infrastructure intervention strategies
  • Manage and oversee work of professional service providers
  • People Management
  • Financial Management.
How to apply