1.(a) Vacancies are in the following Programmes:
I have been informed that SAT currently has 26 vacancies as at 31 March 2023, this includes 3 at the Executive level.
Programme |
Number of vacancies within the programme |
PROGRAMME 1: CORPORATE SUPPORT |
12 |
PROGRAMME 2: BUSINESS ENABLEMENT |
1 |
PROGRAMME 3: LEISURE TOURISM MARKETING |
11 |
PROGRAMME 4: BUSINESS EVENTS |
1 |
PROGRAMME 5: TOURIST EXPERIENCE |
1 |
(b) What is the impact of these vacancies?
The impact of the vacancies has been non-achievement of targets in some cases and overall staff fatigue and burnout due to capacity constraints.
In summary, filling the executive, management, and administrative positions is crucial for SA Tourism’s effective operation, strategic development, and the delivery of high-quality services to tourists. These positions provide leadership, guidance, and support that is essential for the success in promoting tourism, managing resources, and meeting our annual performance targets goals.
(c) By when will these vacancies be filled
All the Executive roles have been advertised and it is anticipated that they will be filled within 4 months with the CEO appointment process targeted for the end of November 2023. Three Executive roles reporting to the Board are at the assessment and recommendation stage and three roles are at the shortlisting stage.
(2) with two cases of corruption reported in her department ( SAT) and still under investigation, what is the progress on the investigation of these cases?
The SA Tourism Board is working with management, in conjunction with the internal audit and the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to ensure that all credible allegations are investigated in the interest of protecting accountability at the entity. Processes are underway in this regard and are conducted in a fair and unbiased manner.