Director: Non-Capital Incentives

About the role

The Department of Tourism is hiring a Director: Non-Capital Incentives, based in Pretoria. This is a permanent post, paying R1,317,384 a year. How to apply: Email application: Recruitment6026@tourism.gov.za Reference number to quote: DT60/2026 Closing date: 20 November 2026 by 16:30 (Late applications will not be considered) Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: EE Requirements: Coloured and White Male and Female candidates as well as Youth and People with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will be responsible for
• Providing strategic direction for the directorate through the formulation of business plans aligned to Departmental objectives
• Overseeing the development of operational plans to guide implementation of functional responsibilities
• Monitoring implementation of programmes and projects to ensure alignment with developed plans and strategic departmental objectives
• Compiling quarterly implementation and management reports
• Design and refining of new and existing programmes
• Managing the ongoing implementation and administration of programmes to facilitate growth and development
• Ensuring that programmes are accessible to eligible enterprises and are effective in achieving the intended impact
• Ensuring effective internal and external stakeholder management
• Developing operating standards and procedures for the receipt, processing, evaluation and adjudication of applications to programmes Developing and applying effective internal controls to mitigate risks in the implementation of programmes.
• Ensuring fair assessment and evaluation of applications in line with programme guidelines.
• Providing relevant support to adjudication committees.
• Ensuring that budget preparation is in line with strategic plans and Departmental objectives and expenditure is correctly projected, monitored and reported on.
• Managing Human Resources.
• Monitoring and reporting on the utilisation of equipment.
• Co-ordinating and monitoring the implementation of memoranda of understanding, service level agreements and expenditure reviews.
• Managing the processing of claims and payments to service providers.
• Developing and review payment process documentation.
• Reviewing and approving project payments.

Requirements

• A minimum SAQA recognised qualification at NQF level 7 in Accounting/Business Management/Economics/Business Administration/Development Finance or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience in an appropriate field in a Middle/Senior Management position and experience in the provision of support for small enterprises.
• Essential knowledge
• A good understanding of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, relevant Public Sector Regulations, the Tourism Act and relevant Tourism policy documents (e.g. National Tourism Sector Strategy, Tourism Growth Partnership Plan, etc.)
• Knowledge of the structure and functioning of the Tourism sector
• Understanding and experience in Project Management
• Knowledge of the role and functioning of government incentive and financial support programmes will be an added advantage
• Skills requirement
• Strategic thinking skills (analytical, conceptual, problem solving), Policy formulation and implementation skills, Leadership and management skills (incl. Project Management, Financial Management, Human Resource Management, Risk Management and Stakeholder Management), Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation), and a high-level of Computer Literacy
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
• One of the minimum entry requirements for an SMS-level post is the pre-entry certificate
• 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