Open Positions at Department of Small Business Development

REQUIREMENTS :

• Postgraduate qualification (NQF 8) in Economics / Econometrics / Statistics / Business Administration or equivalent/related as recognised by SAQA. Master’s degree (NQF 9) in Economics / Econometrics / Statistics / Business Administration will be considered an added advantage.
• 5 years technical / functional specialist experience in Economic Research / Reporting / M&E for Economic Impact / Assessment on Policy Formulation environment. Training in MS Office packages, Project Management and Valid drivers’ licence.

DUTIES :

• Conduct Economic Analysis and Research inclusive of but not limited to in-depth analysis of economic trends and indicators, including GDP growth, inflation, unemployment, and other macroeconomic variables, utilising econometric models to forecast economic performance and assess the potential impacts of government policies on the national economy, Providing inputs to policy briefs, economic reports, and position papers on various macroeconomic issues etc.
• Design and implement complex econometric models to predict economic behaviour and evaluate policy scenarios, collaborate with other departments to refine economic models based on real-world economic performance.
• Provide economic insights to support government policy development in areas such as fiscal policy, trade, investment, and employment. Liaise with external stakeholders, including government departments, the private sector, research institutions, and international organizations to gather insights and share findings on economic matters.
• Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal and formal presentations / workshops / information sessions etc. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• B. Degree (NQF7) in Economics / Public Administration / Public Management / Development Studies / Social Sciences / Business Administration or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA.
• 3 years relevant experience in Strategic Planning environment at a supervisory / management (ASD) level.
• Knowledge of strategy planning process and knowledge of planning tools and systems applicable to the public sector. Training in Computer Literacy (MS Office Packages). Valid driver’s licence will be considered an added advantage. 

DUTIES :

• Coordinate strategic and operations planning processes inclusive of but not limited to: Coordination and facilitation of the Small Business Development Portfolio Strategic Planning sessions, Coordination of submission of inputs into the Small Business Development Portfolio’s strategic and annual performance plans, facilitate review and approval process of strategic plan reports etc.
• Coordinate and facilitate Operational Planning sessions for the Department and Branches, Coordinate the development and implementation of the Department’s service delivery improvement plan and Coordinate assessment of the Service Delivery Environment and Organisational Functionality.
• Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Follow-up with internal and external stakeholders on correspondence, Coordinate responses to and from stakeholders, Coordinate awareness programmes on the implementation of the Strategic Planning and Reporting Framework and SDIP etc

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Economics / Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration / Development Studies / Social Sciences or related / equivalent as recognised by SAQA.
• Postgraduate in Economics / Public Administration / Public Management/ Development Studies / Social Sciences / Business Administration and Valid driver’s licence will be considered an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Service Delivery Improvement / Monitoring and Evaluation / Planning environment / Executive Administrative function with experience in handling Departmental content.

DUTIES :

• Provide Service Delivery Improvement support services inclusive of but not limited to: Providing technical support and guidance on service delivery performance and customer service improvement programs, ensuring that service standards are upheld and continuously enhanced, developing, maintaining and/or facilitating the successful implementation of DSBD service delivery improvement plan, monitoring and assessing the implementation of service delivery improvements and report on progress against set objectives.
• Assist in the development of productivity measurement frameworks and implement strategies to measure and improve performance in service delivery. Coordinate the development and implementation of the Service Delivery Model (SDM) and the Service Delivery Improvement Plan (SDIP) for the department and contribute to the development of new service delivery models and improvement strategies.
• Provide guidance in respect of the development of policies, strategies, and frameworks to support the implementation of the Service Delivery Model (SDM) and the Service Delivery Improvement Plan (SDIP).
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to create a supportive policy environment for service delivery initiatives and share best practices for service improvement and participate in national forums on service delivery and innovations.
• Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal and formal presentations / workshops / information sessions.