Deputy Director: International Relations: Bilateral and Multilateral Agreements REF NO: DD IRB&MA at Department of Small Business Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in International Relations / Economics / Development Studies / Social Sciences / BCom International Trade / Administration / Political Studies or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA.
• 3 years relevant experience in International Relations / Intergovernmental Relations / International Market Access Support at a supervisory / managerial (ASD) level. Training in MS Office packages

DUTIES :

• Implement the Department of Small Business Development’s international relations strategy and policy framework. Coordinate bilateral and multilateral agreement processes, inclusive of but not limited to:
• identifying opportunities for MSMEs and Co-operatives in bilateral and multilateral agreements, coordinating DSBD’s bilateral and multilateral agreement negotiations aimed at supporting MSMEs and Co-operatives development, coordinating the implementation of DSBD bilateral and multilateral agreements etc. Engage with High Commission,
• Embassies, foreign missions and international organisations to identify areas of collaboration to the DSBD mandate, facilitate stakeholder engagement sessions to establish partnerships and oversee implementation of MOU’s and agreements. Manage the operations and resources of the sub directorate in line with relevant prescripts. Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal, and formal presentations / Facilitate / Conduct formal presentations.