Information Officer-Free State - Thabo Mofutsanyana

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 257,000 - 304,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking an Information Officer to provide essential business advice and training related to Seda products. The role includes coordinating events, conducting assessments, and maintaining records in a customer-oriented environment. With a Certificate in Business Management or Marketing and relevant experience, the ideal candidate will engage with stakeholders effectively and promote the agency's services.

Qualifications

• 3 - 4 years' experience in a customer-oriented environment.
• Knowledge of the small enterprise development sector.
• Events and training coordination experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide business advice, training, and information on Seda products.
• Coordinate branch events and activities.
• Maintain and update database records.

Skills

Advisory Service

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Planning & Organising

Monitoring & Evaluation

Negotiation Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Certificate in Business Management/Marketing

Job description

JOB PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Information Officer

REPORTING TO: Branch Manager

JOB GRADE: C1 Minimum Midpoint

TOTAL CTC: R257 643 - R303 109

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

DIVISION: EDD

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To provide business advice, training, and information on Seda products and services and make referrals to relevant stakeholders.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

1. Coordinate branch events and activities and provide support for dissemination of information to internal and external branch stakeholders, making relevant referrals.
2. Conduct assessments and implement interventions.
3. Coordinate and facilitate training and information sessions.
4. Maintain and update database records and marketing materials.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Certificate in Business Management/Marketing.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

3 – 4 years’ experience in a customer-oriented environment. Knowledge of the small enterprise development sector. Exposure to small enterprise development sector. Events and training coordination experience.

INHERENT REQUIREMENTS:

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Advisory Service
• Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Analytical Skills
• Business Acumen
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
• Planning & Organising
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Performance Driven
• Team Work
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Policy Adherence
• Negotiation Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Office Management

NOTE: The organization promotes 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 credential verification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The closing date is 17 February 2020. To apply, send your CV to [e-mail] with the position and office in the subject line.