Assiatant Director: Funding Support “REF NO: ASD FS” at Department of Small Business Development

EQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• Undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) in Economics, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Public Administration, Social Science, or an equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience at a Functional Specialist level in Development Finance, Economics, SMME Development, or Corporate Finance environment.

Training & Competencies:

• Training in MS Office Packages and Project Management.
• Valid driver’s license.

Proven skills in:

• Communication (Verbal and Written)
• Analytical and problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Customer service
• Planning and organizing skills
• Project management

DUTIES:

Technical Support and Collaboration:

• Provide technical support in collaboration with mandate owners (Agencies, National Departments, Private Sector) regarding funding opportunities for SMMEs and cooperatives.

Research and Development:

• Conduct research for the design and development of programs and systems to support SMMEs and Cooperatives.

Programme Monitoring:

• Monitor the implementation of priority programs through agencies, partnerships (TREP), and internal DSBD (Department of Small Business Development) programs.

Site Visits and Post-Disbursement Checks:

• Conduct post-disbursement site visits on an ad-hoc basis to ensure compliance and monitor progress.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, clients, management, and colleagues through written, verbal, and formal presentations, workshops, and information sessions.