SME Growth Programs Manager (Contract) - Mahikeng

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive contract rates

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Project Manager on a contract basis to oversee SME growth programs in the North West Province, with on-site duties in Mahikeng. You will lead project lifecycles, coordinate training, and drive outcomes for local businesses.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of project management experience in SME development, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and proficiency with Trello, Asana, and MS Project. This role emphasizes on-site interaction with beneficiaries and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project management, with SME development or business support experience.
• Proven ability to manage projects from initiation to completion, delivering measurable results.
• Strong understanding of SME challenges and growth drivers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and monitor SME business growth programs, ensuring successful delivery against objectives.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation effectively.
• Identify and engage with target SMEs, assessing their needs and tailoring program support.
• Develop and deliver training workshops and mentorship sessions for entrepreneurs.
• Facilitate access to funding and market opportunities for participating businesses.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, financial institutions, and business associations.
• Track program progress, measure impact, and prepare comprehensive reports on key performance indicators.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring smooth program operations.
• Foster a collaborative environment among participating SMEs and program staff.
• Ensure compliance with program guidelines and reporting requirements.

Skills

Project management

SME development

Stakeholder engagement

Training delivery

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Trello

Asana

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Project Manager on a contract basis to oversee SME growth programs in the North West Province, with on-site duties in Mahikeng. You will lead project lifecycles, coordinate training, and drive outcomes for local businesses.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of project management experience in SME development, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and proficiency with Trello, Asana, and MS Project. This role emphasizes on-site interaction with beneficiaries and partners.