Raymond Mhlaba Development Agency (RMDA) is a municipal entity established by Raymond Mhlaba Local Municipality in line with the Local Government Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000 (as amended). The Agency’s Office is in Alice, and it is responsible for the implementation of key Local Economic Development projects which includes but not limited to Infrastructure development, skills development and facilitation of sustainable economic growth and black economic empowerment activities. Raymond Mhlaba Development Agency seeks to appoint a dynamic and enthusiastic person to fill a vacancy of a Chief Executive Officer. In terms of the Local Government Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000, the CEO of the municipal entity must have requisite range of expertise to provide leadership on administrative activities of the Agency and formulate policies in terms of the functioning of the Agency.
Requirements: The above position requires well developed administrative and project management skills. The minimum qualification required for appointment is a Bachelor’s degree preferably in Economics/Business Management /Management/Development studies. Postgraduate Degree (Honors and Masters) in Business or Developmental studies would be an added advantage. Minimum of 5 -7 years executive/senior management experience. Experience as an accounting officer would be an added advantage, with knowledge of MFMA, Treasury regulations, Supply Chain regulations, Companies Act and Corporate Governance. Knowledge of Economic Development/financial structuring/trade and investment facilitation.