Jobs at Department of Small Business Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Entrepreneurship / Development Studies or Business Management or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA. 3 years’ technical experience within the value chain analysis and clusters environment at a supervisory level / managerial (ASD) level.
• Have proven competencies and skills in: Communication (verbal and written), Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Service Delivery Innovation Client orientation and customer focus, Problem solving and analysis and Service Delivery Innovation.
• Skills in research and industry analysis. Knowledge of industrialisation and localisation, Thorough understanding of industrial clusters (for example, the importance of getting stakeholders to work together using the triple-helix approach) and Knowledge of Programme Management will be an added advantage. B/EB Driver’s license and Security Clearance of Secret will be considered as additional. 

DUTIES :

• Provide support for the development of clusters for each product or industry as identified in the localisation framework or any other government strategy promoting industrialisation and localisation. Monitor that non-financial and financial support as well as market linkages and other types of support are provided to the cluster member. Mobilise funding and appointment of the cluster manager.
• Develop and implement cluster models, frameworks and support mechanisms to enhance productivity, innovation and competitiveness. Monitor, evaluate and report on cluster programme performance against APP targets and strategic objectives. Promote localisation by strengthening local production capabilities and supplier development within clusters.
• Conduct sub-sector and value chain analyses to identify high-impact cluster opportunities aligned with national priorities, while assessing industry value chains to determine MSME entry points and meaningful participation through access to procurement opportunities. Provide secretariat services to the Technical and Adjudication Committees.
• Communicate with stakeholders and provide regular feedback in respect of programme implementation progress: Written draft general (basic to complex) correspondence such as response letters, emails, status reports, presentations, memos, and submissions. Verbal: Give detailed/comprehensive/ in depth advice on procedural and technical related matters in respect of cluster programme support.
• Facilitate partnerships with government, private sector and agencies to support cluster growth and sustainability. Provide technical guidance, advisory support and capacity building to cluster participants. Ensure effective stakeholder engagement, communication and coordination across programmes. Manage the operations and resources of the sub-Directorate in line with the relevant prescripts. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Business Administration / Development Studies / Engineering or equivalent / related recognised by SAQA. Postgraduate degree in Economics / Business Administration / Development Studies / Engineering would be an added advantage.
• 3 years relevant experience in the Economic Development sector with specific focus in Manufacturing (Automotive, Clothing and Textile, Furniture, Metals, Chemicals, Plastics etc.) / Construction (Residential, Commercial, Industrial etc.) Utilities (Electricity/Energy, Gas, Water Treatment) at a supervisory/managerial (ASD) level. Training in MS packages, Project Management and a valid driver’s license.
• Have competencies in: Communication and Presentation (verbal and written), Problem Solving and Analysis, Planning and Organising Skills, Project Management, Programme Design and Delivery, Interpersonal skills, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Stakeholder relations, Negotiation skills and Research and Reporting writing.
• Knowledge and expertise in industrial policy and industrial development, national industrial action plans, trade directives, secondary sectors (i.e., manufacturing, construction, utilities) and Value Chain Analysis.
• Job related knowledge and skills: Sector Policy development, interpretation, implementation, Financial Management, People Management and Sector / Industry Stakeholder Management (Public and Private). B/EB Driver’s license will be considered as an additional. 

DUTIES :

• Develop, review, and promote policy frameworks and strategies to ensure the development and maintenance of a comprehensive and tailor-made ecosystem for the sectors (Secondary).
• Conduct extensive research to inform decision making regarding support requirements within the economic value chain (Secondary sectors). Benchmark and develop case studies against best practices in Secondary (manufacturing, construction and utilities) in relation to sector strategies, policies, innovations and common practices.
• Gather sector-specific evidence based on performance of the economy, new and existing support programmes and mechanisms to accelerate growth, generation of income sustainability and job creation for MSMEs operating within the Secondary sectors. Identify challenges, gaps, performance, and trends regarding the implementation of deliverables of the Masterplans and propose solutions as well as report on implementation, progress and support provided across assigned areas.
• Develop and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports on implementation and support provided across assigned areas. Draft general (basic to complex) correspondence such as response letters, emails, status reports, presentations, memos, and submissions.
• Conduct Stakeholder engagements with the role-players within the sector. Act as a focal point to liaise among the key role players in the implementation of the Masterplan. Manage the operations and resources of the sub-directorate in line with relevant prescripts.