Business Advisor Level 2 Free State

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 375,000 - 442,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency seeks a Business Advisor Level 2 for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves providing business development services to micro and small enterprises, requiring strong advisory skills and experience in the small business sector. Ideal candidates will possess a National Diploma in relevant fields and demonstrate excellent communication and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer-oriented

Sound written and verbal communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Team player

Project management

Financial and business acumen

Education

Matric (NQF level 4)

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management, Commerce, Engineering, or 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

RANGE: R 375 071 - R 441 260

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 QUALIFICATION

Matric (NQF level 4) and a 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’ 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 organizing
• Project management
• Decision-making
• Financial and business acumen

Note: The organization promotes equity and diversity. Applicants should indicate their race, gender, and disability status in their CV. Previously disadvantaged individuals are encouraged to apply. Appointment is subject to credential verification. Foreign qualifications require SAQA evaluation. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear within three months, consider your application unsuccessful. Proposed offers will be from the minimum to the midpoint of the advertised range.

HOW TO APPLY

Send your CV to [e-mail]. Please specify the position in the subject line. Closing date: 20 March 2023.