Business Economist: Economic Empowerment
Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism
- Location
- Ehlanzeni District Office: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
- Salary
- R413 001 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 30 Oct 2026
Posted 10 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Diploma
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- NQF 6 qualification in Economics or Business Management.
- 2 years' experience in economic empowerment.
- Driver's licence needed.
- Support BEE businesses and monitor BBBEE codes.
- Based at the Ehlanzeni District Office, Mbombela.
How to apply
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How to apply: Applications must be submitted online through the Provincial e-Recruitment Portal at https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za Applicants are required to register and create a profile on the system before submitting their applications. A comprehensive, recently updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including three (3) contactable references and all mandatory documents must be uploaded on the portal to apply for these opportunities. No manual, emailed or faxed applications will be accepted. Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026, post 37/212, ref DEDT 2026/27/16. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Requirements:
An appropriate SAQA recognized NQF level 6 tertiary qualification in Economics/Business Management with two (02) years work experience in economic empowerment environment. Knowledge of BBBEE Act, BBBEE Codes of Good Practice, Sector Charters, Employment Equity Act, Provincial & National Macro-economic policies. Good verbal and written communication skills, Analytical skills and Presentation skills. Computer skills and valid driver’s license.
Duties:
Facilitate the establishment of BEE firms in the beneficiation chain. Monitor the implementation of BBBEE codes of good practice and Sector codes in all sectors of the provincial economy. Facilitate procurement by government and private sector from BEE establishments. Support the activities of the Provincial BBBEE Advisory Committee. Facilitate establishment of database for BEE companies. Advise both private and public sector stakeholders on BEE.
Enquiries: Ms. FP Sibiya Tel No: (013) 766 4490
Reference number: DEDT 2026/27/16