Business Advisor level 2 Dr Ruth S Mompati Branch NW

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 403,000 - 475,000; Full time

Job summary

The Small Enterprise Development Agency is hiring a Business Advisor Level 2 to provide vital business development services to micro and small enterprises. This one-year fixed contract requires a qualified individual with strong analytical and project management skills. The successful candidate will engage in advising, diagnostics, and implementing strategic growth interventions, making it a great opportunity for those passionate about supporting small businesses.

Qualifications

• Matric and National Diploma in Business Management, Commerce, Engineering, or Project Management required.
• 3-5 years relevant experience including as business consultant or business owner.

Responsibilities

• Provide business advisory services to micro and small enterprises.
• Conduct business diagnostics and implement growth strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate client business improvement.

Skills

Customer-oriented

Analytical skills

Time Management

Project Management

Decision-making

Financial and business acumen

Education

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management

Matric (NQF Level 4)

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

SALARY: R 403 202 - R 474 355

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

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

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

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

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE

• 3 – 5 years’ relevant work experience, including at least 2 years 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 disability as per the set numerical targets contained in the organizational Employment Equity Plan (EE Plan). Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY.

The appointment of candidates is subject to verification of all credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal, and other checks). Proposed offers will be made from Minimum to Midpoint as advertised.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.

Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted).

Applicants should note that any false information contained in their CV and related documents could result in disqualification and/or summary dismissal.

Additional Notes

• By applying for this position, you give SEDA permission to process your personal information in compliance with POPI ACT.
• To apply, send your CV to [e-mail].
• Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.
• Closing Date: 31 October 2023