The purpose of this sub-programme is to provide effective, efficient, strategic support and administrative service to the Minister and the Deputy Minister. This includes the following functions:
- the management of all matters pertaining to the Ministry’s executive obligations;
- the management and co-ordination of all contributions to and from cabinet and the presidency;
- support for the Ministry’s engagement with the EDD, other government ministries and departments, Parliament, provincial departments of economic development and provincial and municipal executives and legislatures;
- support for the Ministry’s engagement with international economic agencies and foreign economic representatives; and
- support for the Ministry’s engagement with stakeholders, including social partners, communities, the media and the public in general.