Question NW4095 to the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition
08 January 2024 - NW4095
Mulder, Mr FJ to ask the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition
(1) (a) For what period has the position of Director General in the Department of Trade and Industry been vacant and (b) what are the reasons for the delay in filling the position; (2) whether there are plans to fill the position soon; if not, why not; if so, what are the timelines for filling the position, including a deadline for the final appointment of a new Director General?NW5377E
Reply:
The post of Director General was advertised, and applications were considered by an Inter-Ministerial Committee. However, during the process, the Minister was requested to consider whether structural changes should be proposed involving the responsibilities within the dtic, which would affect the selection of a suitable candidate. This has taken some consideration during the second half of 2023. The Department intends that the position will be filled by the end of the financial year.
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