Salary: R393 711 - R463 764 per annum, plus benefits. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement and annually disclose his/her financial interests.

Location: Kimberley Office

Applications quoting the relevant reference should be forwarded as follows:The Head of the Department, Department of Economic Development and Tourism P/Bag X6108, Kimberley, 8300 or hand delivered to MetLife Towers, (Post Office Building), 13^th Floor (Registry Office), Kimberley. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.zaldocuments. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. 

Three year recognized tertiary qualification (National Diploma NQF 6 or Degree NQF 7) in Economics or Statistics or equivalent. 3-5 Years relevant experience. Valid driver's licence. Added advantage: A post graduate qualification in economics or statistics.

Research, review and analyse existing and new economic policies to inform economic planning. Manage the co-ordination of the Departmental Economic cluster Plans, Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to monitor the implementation of provincial strategies and plans and ensure alignment to national policies. Assist in conducting Economic analysis to inform policy and strategy formulation. Coordinate the departmental inputs to SOPA and Budget Speech and monitor implementation of commitments. Supervise and mentor junior staff. Monthly and quarterly reporting. Skills & Knowledge: Problem solving, communication, computer Literacy, interpersonal, policy development, stakeholder relations, analytical, mathematics, conflict management report writing skills. Knowledge of Research Methodology, Financial Management, Planning, Organizing and economic analysis.

Enquiries: Ms MR Musa Tel No: (053) 839 4076