Jobs Available at Department of Small Business Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• A Senior Certificate and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognised by SAQA in Economics/ Commerce / Finance / Business Leadership / Business Administration / Public management / Public Administration or equivalent as recognised by SAQA.
• Possess a minimum of 8 years relevant Senior / Executive Management experience in the private sector or government. Demonstrate knowledge of the Constitution,
• Public Service Act, Public Administration Management Act, 2014, Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and the National Development Plan. Demonstrate sound decision-making that provides for integration and sustainability in an agile and ambiguous environment. 

DUTIES :

• Provide direction in the development of informal businesses, micro enterprises and Co-operatives into sustainable enterprises that can provide employment and contribute to economic growth.
• Build strategic partnerships that promote greater awareness of DSBD offerings and that support local and international market linkages and grow market value chains. Drive the development and implementation of MSMEs and Co-operatives through focussed localisation initiatives/programmes.
• Drive provision of development support to vulnerable enterprises located in rural and in township areas. Lead activities that support the provision of business infrastructure services to small businesses, co-operatives and the informal sector.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and lead strategic discussions without compromising the integrity of the Department and that of the Public Service. Inform and institutionalise effective, efficient and ethical management of strategic relationships (stakeholder management).
• 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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REQUIREMENTS :

• 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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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Senior Certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Political Science / Public Administration / Economics / Development Studies or equivalent/related.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level within a value chain support, market access or international relations environment. 

DUTIES :

• Oversee the development of policies, strategies and interventions that supports access to markets and grow value market chains for MSMEs. Facilitate and manage an integrated approach, including market intelligence and advise on new markets to support domestic and international market access to MSMEs.
• Develop Market Access Strategy for MSME development and develop M&E frameworks to provide period reports on the status and impact of the strategy. Build strategic relationships that increase value chain support services to small businesses and Co-operatives in both domestic and international markets.
• Leverage opportunities in bilateral and multilateral trade agreements for MSMEs through facilitating participation and potential exports opportunities through strategic leveraging of regional and economic and trading blocs. Build relationships and representation in strategic missions that can grow South African MSME internationalisation.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and provide progress to relevant structures through formal engagements and periodic reports, provide technical support for international travel and set up measures and process for the administration of international engagements, provide administrative support and on-site support on International and Domestic travel and maintain DSBD International Relations Affairs in line within the National Developmental Agenda. Provide strategic direction, management and control of the Chief Directorate and ensure effective and efficient administration of finance, human and physical resources. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Senior Certificate, undergraduate qualification on NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Business Economics/ Public Administration/ Economics/ Development Studies or equivalent/ related.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level in policy development and implementation within the informal sector, micro enterprise and Co-operatives environment.

DUTIES :

• Facilitate and manage the creation of an enabling environment for informal business, micro enterprise and co-operatives development and growth to significantly contribute to job creation, skills development, establishment and growth of MSMEs and Co-operatives.
• Identify key stakeholders within the informal business, micro enterprise and co-operatives sector, establish and maintain strategic working relationships.
• Monitor implementation of interventions and strategies to stimulate economic growth, provide for a transformed economy and ensure implementation aligned to BBBEE legislation.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and provide progress to relevant structures through formal presentation.
• Provide strategic direction, management and control to the Chief Directorate and ensure effective and efficient administration of finance, human and physical resources. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Senior Certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Economics/ Commerce or Built Environment or equivalent / related.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years of experience at the middle or senior managerial level within Business Infrastructure/ Project Management in built / construction environment

DUTIES :

• Manage the development of policies and systems required for improving infrastructure delivery and lead research initiatives into ways to improve and enhance existing infrastructure for small businesses and informal sector.
• Develop and manage the implementation of infrastructure plans inclusive of coordinating the development, assessment and project preparation, implementation and monitoring of infrastructure in all facilities. Coordinate business infrastructure support and provide technical business infrastructure support inclusive of but not limited to (Shared infrastructure, repurposed containers, pop-up markets, rehabilitation and occupancy certificates, refurbishment and development).
• Monitor implementation of support provided and report on progress related to infrastructure and value thereof. Manage and ensure effective and efficient utilization of financial, human, physical resources in line with applicable legislation. Communication (verbal, written and formal presentations, etc) with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds and deliver relevant information.