Business Advisor Level 2 Thabo Mofutsanyana Branch FS

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

Job summary

A government agency in South Africa is seeking a Business Advisor Level 2 for a one-year fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will provide essential business development services to micro and small enterprises, utilizing their analytical skills and project management experience. Candidates must have relevant qualifications and a strong background in the small enterprise development sector.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide business advisory services to micro and small enterprises.
• Conduct Business Diagnostics and facilitate business growth strategies.
• Monitor client business position improvements.

Skills

Customer-oriented

Sound written communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Time Management

Goal-oriented

Planning and Organising

Project Management

Decision-making

Financial and business acumen

Education

Matric (NQF level 4)

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Commerce

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Engineering

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in 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:

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, 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 Organising
• Project Management
• Decision-making
• Financial and business acumen

NOTE:

• The appointment will be made in line with SEDA’s Employment Equity Plan.
• Applicants should indicate their race, gender, and disability status in their CV. Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to apply.
• All credentials will be verified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear within three months, consider your application unsuccessful.
• Foreign qualifications require evaluation by SAQA, and proof must be provided if shortlisted.
• False information may lead to disqualification or dismissal.
• Applying indicates consent for data processing in accordance with POPI ACT.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Send your CV to [e-mail]. State the position in the subject line. Closing date: 18 May 2023.