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In-demand jobs in Cape Town
1 July 2018
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.