The Ministry of Small Business Development was established in 2014 marking a turning point in history of SMMEs and Co-operatives development in South Africa, demonstrating Government’s commitment to place SMMEs and Co-operatives at the centre of economic growth and job creation.
The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) was thereafter establis...
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Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) in Supply Chain Management / Procurement / Financial Accounting / Financial Management / Contract Management / Purchasing Management or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA. Post graduate degree in the above mentioned will be an added advantage.
3 years related experience in supply chain management (demand and acquisition and bid administration) environment on supervisory level.
DUTIES :
Coordinate (synergise), review, research, analyse and plan the procurement needs of the department. Coordinate review, collect and collate information for the annual procurement plan.
Supervise and compile tender/quotation specifications as required. Develop, implement and maintain supplier database. Coordinate (synergise), review and execute the bidding process.
Coordinate, review and compile the list of prospective providers for quotations and source quotations from the database according to the threshold values determined by the National Treasury. Communicate with stakeholders (Written and verbal) and give detailed advice on procedural and technical related matters in respect of Supply Chain Management (Demand and Acquisition and Bid Administration) policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
Supervise employees to ensure an effective demand management service and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and HR administration.
Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Economics / Econometrics or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA. Postgraduate qualification in Economics Econometrics will be considered an added advantage.
3 years of relevant experience as an economist with a specialisation in economic analysis. Sound knowledge of econometrics and economic research. Knowledge of economic and financial analytical techniques.
DUTIES :
Assist in developing policies and draft impact reports on sector developments in the economy and implications for growth and development. Collect and analyse financial and socio-economic data and advise MSMEs and Co-operatives.
Develop economic guidelines, and standards and prepare points of view used in forecasting trends and formulate economic policy. Develop statistical and econometric models for forecasting and analyse market trends. Conduct economic research.
Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal and formal presentations / workshops / information sessions.
Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Economics / Business Management or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA.
Minimum of 1 year experience in Economic / Localisation / Value Chain analysis environment. Knowledge of relevant government programmes and policies.
Training in MS Office packages / Project Management / Office Administration / Management. Valid drivers’ licence will be considered an added advantage.
DUTIES :
Conduct research on factors impacting the development and growth of market value chains, inclusive of but not limited to: Gathering information that will support the entry and growth of small enterprises in priority sectors.
Develop and review (under supervision) policies and strategies that will support the entry and growth of MSMEs in the prioritised and designated sectors of the economy.
Conduct Value Chain analysis in respect of products manufactured by MSMEs and Co-operatives the sub sectors aligned to the localisation policy as well as identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for streamlining process and improving service delivery.
Coordinate stakeholder engagements, verify supporting documents and collate data provided by MSMEs and ascertain their capability and capacity to supply the market.
Assist in managing the DSBD partnership implementation plans. Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal and formal presentations / workshops / information sessions etc.
A Grade 12 certificate. National Diploma (NQF6) or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) in Asset Management / Purchasing Management / Logistics Management or equivalent / relevant related as recognised by SAQA.
1-year relevant working experience in Asset Management environment. Knowledge of SCM systems (LOGIS and BAS) will be considered an added advantage. Basic knowledge of supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collecting statistics.
DUTIES :
Render Asset Management support inclusive of but not limited to receiving of all movable assets, performing quantity and quality control, allocation of inventory and bar coding of assets, checking and issuing of furniture, equipment and accessories to components and individuals, conducting asset verification according to prescribed time frames and compile reports on the state of assets etc.
Capture asset information on the inventory list (room list) and issue asset and inventory list (room list) to asset holder. Compile, maintain records (e.g asset records/databases), verify and update asset register. Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Inform, guide and advise departmental employees on asset management matters.