In-demand jobs in Cape Town

CRAVING SOMETHING NEW? CONSIDER CAPE TOWN

Are you craving something new or do you want to align your skills with what’s in-demand in Cape Town right now?

Here’s what business and industry leaders consider to be the 3 most in-demand jobs in Cape Town currently.

Ryan Ravens, CEO of Accelerate Cape Town

1. Data scientists – Data scientists are in demand globally. In Cape Town, our members are struggling to secure these skills.

2. Programmers – Programming skills, specifically app development, is another skill in high demand.

3. High-end agricultural skills – With the drought, we need to start applying next world technologies to a traditional agri-sector.

Bianca Mpahlaza-Schiff, Director of Cape Catalysts: Western Cape Department of Economic Development & Tourism

1. Developers – Definitely big.

2. Producers – We need more producers who understand business and the distribution platforms.

3. Designers – Experienced and skilled designers are needed across sectors.

James Milne, Head of Investment Promotion at Wesgro

1. Financial Services – Financial Services is a sector that is booming in Cape Town currently. Definitely in demand.

2. Developers – There’s a lot of demand for skilled developers everywhere.

3. Information & Communications Technology (ICT) – Anything in the tech space will always be in demand in Cape Town.

Bev Wynne, Executive Producer at Gatehouse Commercials

1. Production People – Producers are always in demand. They play an integral role in the television, film and video industries.

2. 1st Assistant directors – The director’s right-hand person.

3. Script Supervisors – Those who ensure that the production has continuous verbal and visual integrity.

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