Business Advisor Level 2 Amajuba Branch KZN

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 431,000 - 508,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency seeks a Business Advisor Level 2 to provide essential business development services to micro and small enterprises. The role involves offering advisory services, conducting diagnostics, and overseeing growth strategies. Ideal candidates will possess a National Diploma and relevant work experience in the sector, ensuring support for small enterprises.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ relevant work experience, including 2 years as a business consultant, manager, or owner.
• Good understanding of the small enterprise development sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide relevant business advisory services to micro and small enterprises.
• Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools.
• Facilitate and manage the implementation of business growth strategies.

Skills

Customer-oriented

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Time Management

Financial and business acumen

Education

Matric (NQF level 4)

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management/Commerce/Engineering/Project Management

Job description

JOB PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Business Advisor Level 2

DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract

REPORTING TO: Branch Manager

JOB GRADE: C3 Minimum Midpoint

TOTAL CTC: R 431 426 - R 507 560

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To provide business development services primarily to micro and small enterprises.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

1. Provide relevant business advisory services and information to micro and small enterprises.
2. Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools.
3. Facilitate and manage the implementation of interventions and business growth strategies.
4. Monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business position.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Matric (NQF level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management/Commerce/Engineering/Project Management.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• 3 – 5 years’ relevant work experience, including at least 2 years’ experience as a business consultant, manager, or business owner.
• Good understanding and knowledge of the small enterprise development sector.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Customer-oriented
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• High ethical standards
• Analytical skills
• Time Management
• Goal-oriented
• Team player
• Planning and Organising
• Project Management
• Decision-making
• Financial and business acumen

NOTE: It is the organization’s intention to promote equity and representativity in terms of race, gender, and people living with disabilities, as per the set numerical targets in the Employment Equity Plan (EE Plan). Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to apply. The appointment is subject to credential verification and other checks. Proposed offers will be from the minimum to the midpoint of the salary range. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Foreign qualifications require evaluation by SAQA. False information may lead to disqualification or dismissal.

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