The Ministry of Small Business Development was established in 2014 marking a turning point in history of SMMEs and Co-operatives development in South Africa, demonstrating Government’s commitment to place SMMEs and Co-operatives at the centre of economic growth and job creation.
The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) was thereafter establis...
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A Senior Certificate and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognised by SAQA in Economics /Finance/ Commerce /Business Leadership/ Business Administration/ Public Management/ Social Sciences or equivalent.
Possess a minimum of 8 years relevant Senior / Executive Management experience in the private or government. Demonstrated leadership in the development of policies and high-level policy implementation skills.
Knowledge of relevant government legislation, policies and priorities. Be conversant with the structure and operations of the Public Sector. Good interpersonal, problems-solving, teamwork and networking skills.
Experience in the coordination of multiple stakeholders, including government departments, private sector, tertiary institutions, development partners and civil society.
Experience in managing strategic information and coordination of the research agenda from multiple partners. Experience in Policy and programme evaluation.
DUTIES :
Provide direction and leadership in the establishment of sector policy mechanisms, frameworks and guidelines to promote coherence in the establishment, growth and sustainability of Co-operatives and MSMEs.
Lead initiatives that provide for credible business intelligence and inform future paths for the MSME and Co-operatives landscape.
Promote evidence-based research services to direct sector thought leadership and monitor and evaluate enterprise competitiveness support programmes and projects.
Drive and advocate for a policy and legislative environment that reduces red tape and regulatory burdens and prioritise ease of doing business for MSMEs and Co-operatives and monitor and evaluate implementation thereof across the 3 spheres of Government. Champion initiatives that will increase the development, participation, competitiveness and sustainability of small-scale manufacturers within key industries.
Set norms and standards, identify weaknesses and gaps in service delivery and promote the development and implementation of innovative opportunities to improve service delivery for the Branch. Lead, inspire and assume responsibility for branch operations, financial, human and physical resources.
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