chief director: tourism development, Ref No. CD-TOURISM 04

Apply for chief director: tourism development at department of department of economic development, tourism and environmental affairs. Closing date 2026-04-24.

Job Summary

Department: department of economic development, tourism and environmental affairs

Directorate: tourism development

Province: kwazulu natal

Reference: CD-TOURISM 04

Closing Date: 2026-04-24

Salary: R1,494,900 - R1,787,328

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 14

Centre: Pietermaritzburg


Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7) in Tourism Management, BCom Tourism and Hospitality, Development Studies, Business Administration, Economics, or Policy and Economic Development

Experience Required

5 Years SMS in Tourism Sector Senior Management

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Extensive knowledge of National Tourism Sector Strategy and Provincial Tourism Master Plan
  • Deep understanding of the Tourism Act of 2014 and KZN Tourism Act of 1996
  • Proficiency in PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and Public Service Act
  • Mastery of Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) within the tourism context
  • Strategic capability and leadership in sector transformation
  • Advanced research, analytical thinking, and conflict management
  • Expertise in investment promotion and trade policy frameworks

Requirements

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience at a Senior Managerial level (SMS) in the tourism sector
  • Completion of Nyukela Certificate for entry into the SMS
  • Valid driver's licence

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide strategic leadership and direction to promote sustainable tourism growth and development within the Province
  • Drive strategic initiatives for the promotion of tourism sector transformation and planning
  • Manage the formulation and implementation of tourism policies, strategies, and programs including risk and integrity management
  • Oversee the integration of Operation Sukuma Sakhe and the District Development Model (DDM) within tourism projects
  • Direct the management of human resources, financial budgets (PFMA), and assets of the Chief Directorate
  • Ensure effective stakeholder management across all levels of the tourism industry
  • Lead provincial compliance with the Tourism Act and the KwaZulu-Natal Tourism Act
  • Manage the development of business plans and high-level project management for tourism infrastructure

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1494900 - R1787328 per annum (Level 14) (All-inclusive salary package to be structured under the rules of SMS)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

MS F F Pupuma: Tel No: (033) 264 2543 / 082 788 8330 NOTE: Target: Females And People With Disabilities Who Meet The Requirements.

Reference No:

CD-TOURISM 04

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: CD-TOURISM 04
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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