DIRECTOR: POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND REGULATIONS REFERENCE NO:
DT32/2025
The purpose of this role is to manage the analysis and development of tourism
policy frameworks and regulations.
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The allinclusive remunerative package consists of basic salary (70% of the total
remuneration package), the State’s contribution to the Government Employees
Pension Fund (13% of basic salary), and a flexible portion that may be
structured according to personal needs within a framework.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 in Public Policy,
Tourism, Development Studies, or a related field is required. A postgraduate
qualification is an added advantage. A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a
Middle/Senior Managerial level in a policy environment. Essential Skills and
Knowledge: Understanding of policy development processes, the political and
economic context, public service systems, PFMA, and other relevant
legislation. The role requires strategic thinking, problem-solving, strong
presentation skills, communication, facilitation, interpersonal abilities, critical
thinking, analytical skills, and good report writing skills. The ability to manage
conflicts, along with flexibility, adaptability, and emotional intelligence, is also
important.
Competencies in project management, stakeholder management,
and the management of human and financial resources are necessary. The
role involves interaction with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
i.e. Internal: Ministry, Management Committees, Branches, Chief Directorates,
Directorates, and Sub-Directorates & External: International Tourism
Organisations, the private sector, relevant national departments and agencies,
provincial tourism departments, tourism associations, and local government.
Possession of a valid driver’s license. Willingness to travel. One of the
minimum entry requirements for SMS is the pre-entry certificate submitted prior
to appointment. For more details on the pre-entry course, visit:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The
candidate must complete the SMS pre-entry certificate prior to any
appointment.
DUTIES :
Reporting to the Chief Director: Policy Planning and Strategy, the successful
candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction to
the Directorate, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives. Key
functions include: Policy Development and Review: Lead policy analysis,
develop discussion documents and policy papers, conduct policy
benchmarking, and prepare policy briefings for top management. Stakeholder
Management: Facilitate and chair policy engagements, manage stakeholder
expectations, and represent the organization’s policy interests in various
forums. Policy Analysis: Manage the collection of necessary data, provide
policy options based on evidence, and offer rationale for chosen policy options
to stakeholders.
Policy Approval Process:
Lead the development of Socioeconomic Impact Assessment reports, secure necessary certificates for policy progression, and present policy proposals to governance clusters. Sectoral
Policy Positioning: Track and analyze national policy developments from other
sectors that may impact tourism, highlight implications, and generate tourism
policy positions. Reporting: Generate progress reports on policy advocacy
work and provide progress reports on policy developments to tourism
intergovernmental forums. Manage all the resources, operations, systems, and
processes of the Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S Nkala Tel No: (012) 444 6316
APPLICATIONS : Recruitment32@tourism.gov.za
NOTE : African and Coloured Females and People living with Disabilities are
encouraged to apply.
DIRECTOR: STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT REFERENCE NO: DT33/2025
The purpose of this role is to manage the development of sector strategies to
stimulate sustainable tourism growth.
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The allinclusive remunerative package consists of basic salary (70% of the total
remuneration package), the State’s contribution to the Government Employees
Pension Fund (13% of basic salary), and a flexible portion that may be
structured according to personal needs within a framework.
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 in Public
Administration, Tourism, or a related field is required. A post-graduate
qualification would be an added advantage. A minimum of 5 years’ experience
in a Middle/Senior Managerial level within a strategy or policy development
environment. Essential Skills and Knowledge: Strong understanding of
strategy development and stakeholder management processes, Public Service
Systems, PFMA, and other relevant legislation. Strategic thinking and
leadership, planning and execution, financial management, communication,
and good report writing skills.
Ability to analyze operational environments and market trends, and conflict resolution skills. The role involves interaction with both internal and external stakeholders, including the Ministry, various Chief
Directorates, and local governments, as well as private/public entities and
provincial tourism offices. Possession of a valid driver’s license. Willingness to
travel. One of the minimum entry requirements for SMS is the pre-entry
certificate submitted prior to appointment. For more details on the pre-entry
course, visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/. The candidate must complete the SMS pre-entry certificate prior
to any appointment.
DUTIES :
Reporting to the Chief Director: Policy Planning and Strategy, the successful
candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction to
the Directorate, ensuring alignment with departmental objectives. Key
functions include: Strategy Development: Oversee the development of
environmental scan, manage the development and review of the National
Tourism Sector Strategy, and conduct benchmarking exercises. Stakeholder
Management: Preside over strategy development engagements, manage
stakeholder expectations, and represent the organization’s strategic interests
in intergovernmental forums. Cabinet Approval: Prepare all sector strategy
documents for the Cabinet cluster process.
lead the development of Socioeconomic Impact Assessment (SEIAS) reports, and present national strategy
proposals to relevant Cabinet clusters. Implementation & Reporting: Ensure
alignment of national, provincial, and local tourism strategies, monitor the
implementation of the national strategy and related plans, and manage the
consolidation of progress reports. Manage all the resources, operations,
systems, and processes of the Directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S Nkala Tel No: (012) 444 6316
APPLICATIONS : Recruitment33@tourism.gov.za
NOTE : African and Coloured Females and People living with Disabilities are
encouraged to apply.