Senior Manager – Invest SA

About the role

The Senior Manager Invest SA will lead the one‑stop‑shop interface between GGDA clients and regulatory bodies, driving investment facilitation and economic development across the Gauteng City Region.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational processes for the Invest SA one‑stop‑shop, including automation of procedures and digital client interfaces.
• Negotiate and manage MoUs and service‑level agreements with partner departments, municipalities, national entities and private sector organisations.
• Maintain and expand relationships with economic development agencies, business advisory firms, foreign embassies and trade organisations.
• Monitor monthly budgets, ensure compliance with financial guidelines and report on SLA performance.
• Coordinate quarterly stakeholder engagement sessions and develop a comprehensive stakeholder relationship framework.

Required profile

• Postgraduate degree or NQF Level 7 qualification in Commerce, Public Administration, Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum five years of experience in multinational investment, economic development, IT or process design within a government or investment context.
• Strong knowledge of the South African foreign and local economic development landscape.
• Proven ability to interact and communicate effectively with senior officials and diverse stakeholder groups.

Required skills

• Process automation
• Digital client interface management