Job Advert - BA Level 3 - Durban Branch

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 515,000 - 606,000; Full time

Job summary

An established government agency in South Africa seeks a Business Advisor Level 3 for a 24-month contract. The role involves providing strategic business development services to small and medium enterprises, requiring adequate educational qualifications and extensive experience in the field. Ideal candidates will possess competencies in communication, finance, and strategic thinking, contributing to the agency's mission to enhance enterprise development.

Qualifications

• 4 – 6 years of work experience in business advisory or consulting.
• Good understanding of the small enterprise development sector.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and business advisory services.
• Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools.
• Facilitate access to formal markets.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Finance and business acumen

Customer-oriented mindset

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking and visioning

Leadership skills

Change Management

Report writing

Mentoring & Coaching

Relationship building

Education

Matric (NQF Level 4)

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

Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in Business Management or related fields

Job description

JOB PROFILE

(READVERTISEMENT)

JOB TITLE: Business Advisor Level 3

DURATION: Twenty-Four (24) months contract

REPORTING TO: Branch Manager

JOB GRADE: C5 Minimum Midpoint

Salary Range: R515 020 - R605 906

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 01

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide strategic business development services primarily to developed small and medium enterprises.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Provide relevant strategic direction and business advisory services to existing small and medium enterprises.
2. Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools.
3. Facilitate access to formal markets.
4. Facilitate and manage small enterprise training courses and specialised seminars for potential high-value start-ups and existing SMEs.
5. Monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business positions.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION

• Matric (NQF Level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management, Commerce, Engineering, or Project Management.
• Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in Business Management or related fields will be an added advantage.

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE

• 4 – 6 years of work experience in business advisory, consulting, or as a business owner.
• Good understanding and knowledge of the small enterprise development sector.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Finance and business acumen
• Customer-oriented mindset
• Analytical skills
• Strategic thinking and visioning
• Leadership skills
• Change Management
• Report writing skills
• Mentoring & Coaching skills
• Relationship building

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please send your CV to [e-mail]. Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.

NOTE:

It is the organisation’s aim to promote equity and representativity concerning race, gender, and disability, as per the set numerical targets in the Employment Equity Plan (EE Plan). All applicants should indicate their race, gender, and disability status in their CV. Employment Equity: Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY.

The appointment of candidates is subject to verification of all credentials and background checks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within three months, consider your application unsuccessful. Offers will be made from the minimum to the midpoint of the advertised salary range.