The Gauteng Tourism Authority is accepting applications for a permanent Manager: Bids Development position in Gauteng, with an annual cost to company package of R1 250 958. Applications are open to candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements and must be submitted by 16:00 on 18 September 2026.
The successful candidate will support the implementation of the authority’s Convention, Events and Business Bureau strategy, with responsibility for researching, developing and securing convention and business event opportunities for Gauteng.
GTA Bids Development Manager Job Overview
The position carries reference number BIDS/2026 and is offered as permanent employment at Haygroup Salary Scale Level 18.
According to the vacancy notice, the manager will focus on business development initiatives that generate and convert leads into secured meetings, conventions, incentives and exhibitions.
The Gauteng Tourism Authority is an agency of the Gauteng Department of Economic Development. Its mandate includes developing, promoting, coordinating and facilitating responsible and sustainable tourism in the province.
The Bids Development Manager will work within this environment to identify business events that Gauteng could bid to host.
What The Successful Candidate Will Do
A major part of the job involves developing and managing Gauteng’s bidding strategy.
The successful candidate will identify and prioritise bid opportunities, conduct feasibility and impact assessments and develop criteria for assessing potential bids.
Responsibilities listed by GTA include:
- Developing and implementing the Gauteng bidding strategy
- Identifying and prioritising high value bidding opportunities
- Conducting feasibility and impact assessments
- Monitoring strategy implementation
- Managing stakeholder engagement and institutional relationships
- Coordinating public and private sector partnerships
- Identifying and managing trade and business platforms
- Managing financial and corporate governance responsibilities
- Managing people and performance
- Preparing monthly, quarterly, Board committee and special project reports
- Monitoring bid performance, conversion and return on investment
The position therefore combines business events expertise with strategy, stakeholder management, reporting and organisational management.
Experience Required For the GTA Vacancy
GTA is looking for an applicant with substantial experience in the meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions industry.
Candidates should understand the business events association market as well as the broader tourism industry, including business, trade and leisure tourism.
Knowledge of business event bidding, hosting and decision making processes is also required.
Applicants should have experience working with industry participants such as venues, professional conference organisers, incentive houses, federations, associations, destination management companies and exhibition management companies.
Qualifications Needed to Apply
Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 in Marketing, Tourism Management, Business Management, Events Management or a closely related field.
A postgraduate qualification, such as an Honours qualification or equivalent in Tourism, Marketing, Events or Management, will be an advantage.
Candidates must also have 10 years of experience in the meetings and business events industry, tourism, events, convention bureau, destination marketing or a related environment.
At least five years of that experience must have been at management level, leading teams, projects or programmes.
The vacancy also requires knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, government structures and economic development strategies, together with communication, coordination, project management, computer and report writing skills.
How To Apply for the GTA Bids Development Manager Vacancy
Applicants must prepare a detailed and updated CV together with a cover letter highlighting experience relevant to the position.
Certified copies of qualifications dated no more than three months before the application must accompany the CV.
Applications must be emailed to [email protected] and addressed to Nosipho Masango.
The closing date is:
18 September 2026 at 16:00
GTA said successful candidates will undergo a full background check and competency assessment.
Candidates who have not been contacted within 30 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
What This Means for Gauteng Residents
The vacancy provides an employment opportunity for experienced tourism, events, marketing and business management professionals who meet GTA’s requirements.
The position is particularly specialised because applicants need extensive experience in business events, tourism, convention bureaux, destination marketing or related fields.
Candidates should therefore check both the qualification and experience requirements before submitting an application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the GTA Bids Development Manager?
The advertised cost to company package is R1 250 958 per year.
Is the position permanent?
Yes. GTA has advertised the Bids Development Manager position as permanent.
What qualification is required?
Applicants need at least an NQF Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Tourism Management, Business Management, Events Management or a closely related field.
How much experience is required?
Applicants need 10 years of relevant experience, including at least five years at management level.
When do applications close?
Applications close at 16:00 on 18 September 2026.
Applications Close on 18 September
Candidates interested in the Bids Development Manager vacancy should ensure their applications include all documents requested by GTA.
Applications received after the stated closing time may not be considered, making it important for eligible candidates to submit before 16:00 on 18 September 2026.
