REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF 8 qualification in the areas of Macro Economics, Social Science or related fields. A Master’s Degree (NQF 9) will be an added advantage. A Minimum of 10 years’ appropriate experience in the area of Strategic Macro Economics level of which 8 years must be at senior management (SMS) level. A valid drivers-license. A good understanding of political, planning and governance issues. Good understanding of government across the three spheres and partners for development. Knowledge of government prescripts, policies, administrative processes, practices, and programmes. A good understanding of the National Developmental Planning, National Planning Commission (NPC), National Development Plan (NDP) and its implementation processes. Ability to foster and manage effective working arrangements with other centre of government departments and social/development partners to ensure co-ordinated and integrated actions. Willingness to travel on a regular basis. Competencies/Skills: Management skills. Ability to build trust amongst relevant stakeholders at a high level. Well-developed interpersonal & communication skills (written & verbal) and the ability to communicate with diverse audiences. Highly developed negotiation skills. Conflict management skills. Strategic and analytical skills. Financial management and project / programme management skills. Good computer literacy skills. People management and empowerment skills. Personal Attributes: The incumbent must be assertive and self-driven, innovative and creative, client orientated and customer focused, solution orientated and able to work under stressful situations and have the ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality.