Business Advisor Level 2 - Lejweleputswa

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 353 000 - 417 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking a Business Advisor Level 2 for a 12-month contract in the Free State Province. The role involves providing essential business development services to micro and small enterprises, conducting diagnostics, and facilitating growth strategies. Ideal candidates will have a Matric and Diploma, along with 3-4 years of relevant experience, particularly in consulting or management.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years relevant work experience, including at least 2 years as a business consultant/manager/business owner.
• Good understanding of the small enterprise development sector.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Customer-oriented

Analytical skills

Project management

Financial and business acumen

Education

Matric (NQF Level 4)

Diploma (NQF Level 5)

Job description

JOB PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Business Advisor Level 2

DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Contract

REPORTING TO: Branch Manager

JOB GRADE: C3 Minimum Midpoint

TOTAL CTC: R353 616 - R416 018

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

LOCATION: Free State Province: Lejweleputswa Branch (Welkom)

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 Diploma (NQF Level 5/12 months)

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

3 – 4 years relevant work experience, including at least 2 years as a business consultant/manager/business owner

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Good understanding of the small enterprise development sector

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENT

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 aims to promote equity and diversity. Applicants should indicate their race, gender, and disability status in their CV. African males are encouraged to apply. Appointment is subject to verification of credentials. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear within three months, consider your application unsuccessful. Salary offers will be from the minimum to midpoint as advertised.

To apply, send your CV to [e-mail]. Please specify the position and office in the subject line. Closing date: 06 October 2020.