Assistant Director: Business Infrastructure REF NO: ASD B INFRA at Department of Small Business Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Commerce / Project Management / Property Development / Business Development or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA.
• 3 years’ relevant experience in Business Administration/ Infrastructure/ Development Finance /Project Management / Construction/ Property Development / Commercial Property environment.
• Post-graduate qualification in Project Management will be an added advantage. Training in MS Office packages and Project Management A valid driver’s licence is required.

DUTIES :

• Conduct and coordinate research to identify, assess, and map available and potential business infrastructure assets across public and private sectors. Analyse zoning regulations, land-use frameworks, and spatial development plans to guide investment and utilisation decisions.
• Contribute to the design, rollout, and continuous improvement of the Business Infrastructure Support (BIS) Model, ensuring integration with complementary enterprise support mechanisms such as equipment provision, shared utilities, and alternative energy solutions. Assist with directorate project conceptualisation, implementation and monitoring of infrastructure support programmes and the drafting of reports pertaining to business infrastructure project execution.
• Liaise with property owners to ensure that property leases, zoning certificates, and related permits are current and compliant with relevant regulations. Conduct due diligence for new projects and interface with all stakeholders.
• Provide technical advice to management on emerging trends and innovations in business infrastructure and enterprise support. Contribute to policy research and benchmarking exercises that inform programme refinement and integration into broader MSME support frameworks.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive databases of infrastructure assets, inclusive of but not limited to: state-owned properties and private sector facilities, refurbished, repurposed or share-use properties, lease agreements, etc.
• Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal, and formal presentations/workshops/information sessions.