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

REQUIREMENTS

• A Senior Certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7 in Economics / Finance / Development Studies or equivalent/related as recognised by SAQA.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at a middle/senior managerial level in Regional and Local Economic Development or Enterprise Development Environment. 

DUTIES

• Collaborate with municipalities through their integrated Development plans to develop and implement enterprise development programmes towards improved Local Economic Development.
• Manage the provision of technical support to provinces and municipalities during the implementation of economic development strategies and coordinate the implementation of Small Business Portfolio programmes within the districts/municipalities (DDM).
• Manage the coordination of access to business support (financial and non-financial) for MSMEs and Cooperatives across the government and report on implementation across assigned areas. Manage and ensure effective and efficient utilisation of the financial, human and physical resources of the Directorate in line with applicable legislation. Communication (verbal, written and formal presentations, etc) with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and deliver relevant information.