Lead economic and spatial development initiatives. Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in relevant fields, with 10+ years’ experience, required. Apply by 7 September 2025.
- Position: Executive Director: Economic Development Services
- Location: Mogale City Local Municipality, Limpopo
- Department: Economic Development Services
- Salary: Not specified
- Type: Full-Time
- Closing Date: 7 September 2025
- Apply Here: Apply Online
Job Introduction
Mogalakwena Municipality is seeking an Executive Director to lead strategic economic and spatial development initiatives aimed at stimulating job creation, economic growth, and urban transformation across Mogale City.
Job Opportunity
In this full-time role, you will drive municipal economic development programs, develop and implement integrated rural/urban economic strategies, oversee enterprise development and SMME capacity building, manage land use systems and municipal property portfolios, coordinate sector development (tourism, agriculture, transportation), ensure compliance with urban planning regulations, lead intergovernmental collaboration and stakeholder engagement, and manage department budgets and governance frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive municipal economic development programs and spatial planning
- Develop and implement integrated rural/urban economic strategies
- Oversee enterprise development and SMME capacity building
- Manage land use systems and municipal property portfolios
- Coordinate sector development (tourism, agriculture, transportation)
- Ensure compliance with urban planning regulations
- Lead intergovernmental collaboration and stakeholder engagement
- Manage department budgets and governance frameworks
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning/Architecture/Economics
- Postgraduate qualification in Local Economic Development
- 7+ years senior management experience in municipal economic development
- Expertise in spatial planning systems and MFMA compliance
- Proven track record in intergovernmental programs
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Urban/Regional Planning
- Professional body registration (Town Planning/Architecture)
- 10+ years in municipal economic development leadership
- GIS proficiency and donor funding experience
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to submit applications through the Mogale City Local Municipality official portal. Ensure all required documents are included with your submission.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 7 September 2025.