Assistant Director: Regional & Local Economic Development Coordination at Department of Small Business Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• Undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Development Studies / Accounting Sciences / Agriculture & Environmental Sciences / Economic & Management Sciences / Human Sciences / Science / Public Administration / Engineering & Technology or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA.
• 3 years relevant experience in Regional and Local Economic Development Environment. Valid drivers’ licence.

DUTIES :

• Review research aimed at identifying key challenges, needs and trends in Local Economic and Regional Development. Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and integration of small business development support to enhance support at local and regional.
• Provide technical and administrative support service during working groups and facilitate implementation of resolutions on unlocking of barriers and management issues.
• Promote the role of local government in LED and Regional Development in line with the District Development Model (DDM) and other applicable policies and frameworks inclusive of but not limited to: (strengthening the role of state entity in partnership arrangements, clarifying the role of the private sector in contributing to and participating in partnership-driven initiatives).
• Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal and formal presentations/workshops/information sessions.