Deputy Director, Competitiveness

Ministry of Industry and Commerce

Harare, Zimbabwe

Application Deadline June 11, 2026

Role Overview

Contribute to the formulation of policies and strategies that enhance the competitiveness of industries in line with national development imperatives; Coordinate the evaluation of the competitive landscape of various industries; Analyse market trends, economic indicators and policy impacts on industrial performance; Collaborate with Ministries, Departments, Agencies and the private sector to develop strategies aimed at improving industrial; Provide technical advice to companies on strategies that enhance competitiveness in local, regional and international markets; Establish and maintain a comprehensive database of industry performance metrics and competitive; Supervise assessments of industry performance against regional and global standards to identify gaps and opportunities; Promote the integration of technology and innovative practices to improve productivity and global competitiveness in the industry; Supervise and counsel subordinates.

Requirements & Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Management/Administration, Commerce or equivalent
A Masters degree in the above fields will be an added advantage
A minimum of six (6) years relevant experience at Officer/ Economist level or equivalent
Advanced skills in analysing economic trends, market dynamics, and supply chain performance to inform strategic interventions
Expertise in identifying trends, challenges, and opportunities in the industry to enhance competitiveness
Comprehensive knowledge of international trade agreements, market access conditions, and service sector liberalization policies
Proficiency in integrating technology and innovative practices to improve productivity and global competitiveness in the services industry
Ability to gather and analyse data on global and regional service markets to inform strategic decision-making
Expertise in assessing manufacturing performance against regional and global standards to identify gaps and opportunities
Sound knowledge and understanding of industrial development and value chain dynamics
Sound knowledge of current National Economic Development Policies, Programmes and Priorities.

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