Assistant Director: Market Access Support “

Oorsig

Assistant Director: Market Access Support “ at Department of Small Business Development in Pretoria.

Vereistes

• A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Business Management / Development Studies / Development Finance/ Retail Business Management/ or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience at a Functional Specialist level in Enterprise Development / Supplier Development / Market Access Support/ Value Chain Environment and related fields.
• Knowledge of Market access and enterprise development principles, Sound knowledge of the Public Procurement Act, 2024 (Act No. 28 of 2024), Understanding of the National Small Enterprise Act and the MSME development ecosystem, knowledge of small enterprise development policies and programmes, understanding of the Preferential Procurement Framework, knowledge of government planning, monitoring and reporting frameworks, understanding of public sector governance and accountability frameworks and Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and performance information management.
• The candidate must possess the following skills and competencies: Project and programme management, Research, analysis and report writing, Stakeholder engagement and partnership management, Planning, organising and coordination, Communication and Presentation skills, Research, Statistical analysis.
• Service Delivery Innovation, Client orientation and customer focus.
• Additional requirements include computer literacy (MS Office 365 Packages), Post graduate qualification in Economics / Business Management / Development Studies / Development Finance/ Retail Business Management/ equivalent or related qualifications as recognised by SQA and a valid driver’s licence.

Pligte

• Conduct research and feasibility assessments on products, industries, market requirements, trends, digital commerce opportunities, and sector performance to identify viable growth, diversification, value-addition, and new business opportunities for MSMEs.
• Provide advice to small enterprises in respect of market opportunities, marketing information and market linkages.
• Develop methods and models to link small enterprises to domestic markets.
• Support the development and implementation of systems, platforms, and applications that connect small enterprises with market opportunities.
• Design and implement localisation and digital enterprise development initiatives, including enterprise networks, digital technologies, and market participation systems, to enhance local production, productivity, competitiveness, and market access for small enterprises.
• Draft correspondence, reports, presentations, and policy submissions; provide technical advice and stakeholder presentations; and support awareness and capacity-building initiatives to promote MSME growth, market access, and participation in the digital economy.
• EENQUIRIES : Enquiries for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office on Tel No: (012) 394-5286/43097

Hoe om aan te sollisiteer

The Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress. Candidates must submit applications to recruitment4@dsbd.gov.za and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying, i.e. “REF NO: ASD MAS”

Notas

Applications can be submitted by email to the relevant email and by quoting the relevant reference number provided on the subject line. Acceptable formats for submission of documents are limited to MS Word and PDF. Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a recent comprehensive CV. Submission of copies of qualifications, Identity document, and any other relevant documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All non-SA citizens will be required to submit proof of permanent residence in South Africa when shortlisted. Personnel suitability checks will be done during the selection process. Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. In the pursuit of diversity and redress, appointments will be made in line with the DSBD EE Plan. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement within three months of appointment, as well as complete a financial interest declaration form within one month of appointment and annually thereafter. The Department reserves the right not to fill or withdraw any advertised post. Note: a new application for employment (Z83) form is applicable from 01 January 2021. The new form can be downloaded online at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. OTHER POSTS