Deputy Director-General : Sector Policy & Research

Department of Small Business Development; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Small Business Development seeks a Deputy Director-General for Sector Policy & Research in Pretoria. The role involves leading policy development, managing stakeholder coordination, and promoting the growth of Co-operatives and MSMEs. Ideal candidates will have extensive management experience and a strong educational background in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years relevant Senior/Executive Management experience.
• Knowledge of government legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in sector policy mechanisms for Co-operatives and MSMEs.
• Promote evidence-based research services for sector thought leadership.
• Drive initiatives to reduce regulatory burdens for MSMEs.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Networking

Education

Post Graduate Qualification (NQF level 8)

Senior Certificate

Job description

Job title : Deputy Director-General : Sector Policy & Research

Job Location : Gauteng, Pretoria Deadline : May 23, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Senior Certificate and a post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) as recognised by SAQA in Economics / Finance / Commerce / Business Leadership / Business Administration / Public Management / Social Sciences or equivalent.
• Possess a minimum of 8 years relevant Senior / Executive Management experience in the private or government. Demonstrated leadership in the development of policies and high-level policy implementation skills.
• Knowledge of relevant government legislation, policies and priorities. Be conversant with the structure and operations of the Public Sector. Good interpersonal, problems-solving, teamwork and networking skills.
• Experience in the coordination of multiple stakeholders, including government departments, private sector, tertiary institutions, development partners and civil society.
• Experience in managing strategic information and coordination of the research agenda from multiple partners. Experience in Policy and programme evaluation.

DUTIES :

• Provide direction and leadership in the establishment of sector policy mechanisms, frameworks and guidelines to promote coherence in the establishment, growth and sustainability of Co-operatives and MSMEs.
• Lead initiatives that provide for credible business intelligence and inform future paths for the MSME and Co-operatives landscape.
• Promote evidence-based research services to direct sector thought leadership and monitor and evaluate enterprise competitiveness support programmes and projects.
• Drive and advocate for a policy and legislative environment that reduces red tape and regulatory burdens and prioritise ease of doing business for MSMEs and Co-operatives and monitor and evaluate implementation thereof across the 3 spheres of Government. Champion initiatives that will increase the development, participation, competitiveness and sustainability of small-scale manufacturers within key industries.
• Set norms and standards, identify weaknesses and gaps in service delivery and promote the development and implementation of innovative opportunities to improve service delivery for the Branch. Lead, inspire and assume responsibility for branch operations, financial, human and physical resources.