Shape South Africa’s Economic Future with the dtic

Looking for a career where your work can influence industries, shape policy, and support national growth?

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) is hiring talented professionals to join its team and help drive industrial development, trade policy, and sector growth across South Africa.

📍 Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria
📅 Closing Date: 16 March 2026
📄 Positions: Permanent Government Posts

Why Join the dtic?

Working at the dtic means becoming part of the team responsible for building South Africa’s economic future.

Here’s what you can expect:

✔ Competitive government salary packages
✔ Opportunities to work on national and international economic initiatives
✔ A professional environment focused on innovation, research, and impact
✔ A workplace committed to transformation and employment equity

If you want your career to have real influence on industry and trade, this is your chance.

Featured Opportunities

Deputy Director: Legal – International Trade & Investment

Reference: Post 07/73
💰 Salary: R1 059 105 per year (Level 12)

This high-level role places you at the centre of global trade negotiations and investment agreements.

You will:

• Provide expert legal advice on trade and investment treaties

• Participate in international negotiations

• Draft and review treaty agreements

• Support dispute settlement processes

Ideal for legal professionals ready to make an impact on South Africa’s global trade strategy.

Assistant Director Opportunities (Level 10)

💰 Salary: R582 444 per year

The dtic is recruiting Assistant Directors across several key sectors driving South Africa’s economy:

Plastics (Post 07/74)

Support industry research and help shape the future competitiveness of the plastics sector.

Metals 1 – Ferrous (Post 07/75)

Contribute to strategy and economic analysis in South Africa’s ferrous metals industry.

Clothing and Textiles (Post 07/76)

Help strengthen local manufacturing and support growth in clothing and textile value chains.

Chemicals (Post 07/77)

Work on policy and sector initiatives supporting South Africa’s chemical manufacturing industries.

Agro-Processing 1 (Post 07/78)

Drive development in food and agro-processing industries including beverages, fruit processing, and organics.

Across these roles, you will:

• Conduct industry and economic research

• Support policy development and sector strategies

• Work with industry stakeholders and partners

• Prepare key reports and briefing materials

How to Apply

To apply, submit:

📄 Completed and signed Z83 application form
📄 Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae

Applications can be submitted via:

📧 Email: applications@thedtic.gov.za
(Include the reference number in the subject line)

📮 Post:
Director: Human Resources Management
Private Bag X84
Pretoria, 0001

📍 Hand Delivery:
dtic Campus
Corner of Meintjies & Robert Sobukwe Streets
Sunnyside, Pretoria

Only shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified documents and complete assessments.

Be Part of South Africa’s Economic Transformation

The dtic is committed to equal opportunity and employment equity, with preference given to candidates who support representivity, including persons with disabilities.

If you’re ready to influence industries, shape policy, and build a meaningful public-sector career, don’t miss this opportunity.

🚀 Apply before 16 March 2026 and take your career to the next level.