Site Supervisor -EC

Small Enterprise Development Agency_gov; Oos-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency for enterprise development is seeking to hire a mentor who will provide strategic business development support to Entrepreneurial Development Practitioners (EDPs). This role involves implementing training programs and managing EDP performance. Candidates should have a strong background in business management and coaching methodology, with at least 3 years of relevant experience. The position requires own transportation and offers a monthly salary of R18,000.

Qualifications

• 3 – 6 years’ work experience in business.
• Good understanding of small enterprise development sector.
• Thorough understanding of the BESD coaching methodology.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic business development mentoring to Entrepreneurial Development Practitioners.
• Implement and monitor training provision to EEs.
• Manage EDP performance and coaching provision.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Planning and Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Matric (NQF Level 4)

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management/Commerce/Economics

Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7)

Project Management certification

Job description

Overview

JOB PROFILE (17-month Fix-term Contract). Reports to Branch Manager and BESD Project Leader (NO).

JOB GRADE: Salary Per Month. Travel: not specified. Cellphone: not specified. TOTAL CTC: R18 000.00, R1000.00, R300.00. Number of incumbents: 1.

Main purpose of the job

To provide strategic business development mentoring to Entrepreneurial Development Practitioners (EDP) that will enhance the development of small business.

Key responsibilities

• Effective implementation of the BESD EE Course.
• Implement, co-ordinate and monitor training provision to EEs.
• Manage EDP performance: site management and administration; monitoring and evaluation of training and coaching provision and outcomes, and the application of appropriate measures to monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business positions.
• Facilitate networks and linkages.
• Site management and administration.
• Coordinate and facilitate site activities and EDP access to resources for effective delivery of EE Course and required quality of training/coaching.
• Ensure effective application of the BESD coaching methodology.
• Provide support for Business Club workshops.
• Identify and resolve problems in provision (e.g., logistical/operational issues).
• Trouble shoot/resolve coaching-related issues where EDPs are unable to do so using the coaching method.
• Manage EDP performance: recruit EDPs where needed.

Required minimum qualifications

• Matric (NQF Level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management/Commerce/Economics.
• Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in Business Management/Commerce/Economics will be an added advantage.
• Project Management certification and experience will be an added advantage.
• BESD experience and knowledge an added advantage.

Required work experience

• 3 – 6 years’ work experience in business.
• Good understanding and knowledge of small enterprise development sector.
• Thorough understanding of the BESD coaching methodology.
• Thorough understanding of the Emerging Entrepreneur (EE) course structure and content.
• Principles of project management.
• Knowledge of micro-enterprise sector (conditions, issues).

Inherent job requirement

• Own transportation.

Critical competencies

• Written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Finance and Business Acumen
• Facilitation / Presentation Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Advisory Service
• Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
• Monitoring & Evaluation
• Performance Driven
• Team Work
• Adaptability & Flexibility
• Policy Adherence
• Negotiation
• Office Management
• Project Management Skills
• Strategic Thinking and Solution Management
• Mentoring and Coaching Skills
• Report writing skills

Tasks and activities carried out by site supervisor

• Implement, co-ordinate and monitor training provision to EEs: Implement the EE course in accordance with BESD requirements.
• Obtain approved EE application forms from SEDA and allocate 13 EEs to each EDP, and report on discrepancies in EE enterprise information as per application form.
• Select substitute EEs from reserve list if required.
• Generate and maintain a tracking summary of all coaching sessions conducted (using the electronic template provided).
• Coordinate, facilitate and support all aspects of the training provision to meet required quality and service delivery standards.
• Coordinate and facilitate site activities and EDP access to resources for effective delivery of EE Course and required quality of training/coaching.
• Ensure effective application of the BESD coaching methodology.
• Provide support for Business Club workshops.
• Identify and resolve problems in provision (e.g., logistical/operational issues).
• Trouble shoot/resolve coaching related issues (where EDPs are unable to do so using the coaching method).
• Monitor and evaluate a range of activities and outcomes and take appropriate action in response to findings, wherever required: coaching quality, EE learning and application.
• EDPs’ data collection for the IMS, maintenance of IMS data, and admin files.
• All relevant administration processes; coordinate access for monitoring by SEDA and GIZ personnel.
• Analyse and evaluate data across all EEs and compile reports; follow up on EEs dropping out and address reasons if required.
• Regularly review EE admin files and identify trends for strategic decisions.
• Conduct regular visits to EE businesses and engage with individual EEs.
• Site management and administration: site setup, procurement of office equipment, align project components, generate/update programme information, attend management meetings.
• Facilitate networks and linkages with BESD stakeholders and maintain relationships; market the BESD concept when needed.
• Consult sources and media to stay informed on local/national micro-enterprise trends and share opportunities with EDPs.

Application

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

Closing Date: 13 May 2020

The appointment of candidates is subject to verification of credentials and other checks as may be necessary. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted; if you have not heard within three months, please consider your application unsuccessful.