Social Enterprise Business Developer

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Social Enterprise Business Developer to identify, nurture, and scale social ventures that meet community needs while generating revenue. You will develop viable business plans, mentor entrepreneurs, and build networks with investors and government agencies.

You will lead market analyses, financial projections, and marketing strategies to ensure sustainable growth across North West province. A passion for social impact and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 4 years in business development, entrepreneurship support, or social enterprise management.
• Proven ability to develop and launch new ventures.
• Strong financial planning, market analysis, and strategic management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to mentor and support entrepreneurs.
• Experience in North West Province or similar regional context is advantageous.
• Passion for social impact and sustainable economic development.
• Ability to work independently and in teams in a dynamic environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new social enterprise opportunities aligned with community needs.
• Develop business plans, market analyses, and financial projections.
• Mentor social entrepreneurs through business lifecycles.
• Facilitate access to funding, resources, and networks.
• Create marketing, sales, and operations strategies for sustainable growth.
• Monitor financial performance and social impact with regular reports.
• Build relationships with community leaders, investors, and government.
• Organize workshops on entrepreneurship and business management.
• Ensure ethical and sustainable operation of social enterprises.
• Stay updated on trends in the social enterprise sector.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Mentoring

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive non-profit organization focused on fostering economic independence through innovative business models, is seeking a dynamic Social Enterprise Business Developer to join their team in Mahikeng, North West . This role is pivotal in identifying, nurturing, and scaling social enterprises that address community needs while generating revenue. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of business development, social impact principles, and a passion for entrepreneurship. This is an exciting opportunity to drive sustainable economic solutions and empower individuals within the North West province. If you are a strategic thinker with a proven ability to develop viable business plans and foster growth in socially conscious ventures, this position is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate opportunities for new social enterprises that align with community needs and organizational goals.
• Develop comprehensive business plans, market analysis, and financial projections for potential social enterprises.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to social entrepreneurs throughout the business lifecycle.
• Facilitate access to funding, resources, and networks for social enterprise initiatives.
• Develop strategies for marketing, sales, and operations to ensure the sustainability and growth of social enterprises.
• Monitor the financial performance and social impact of supported enterprises, providing regular reports.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including community leaders, investors, and government agencies.
• Organize workshops and training sessions on entrepreneurship and business management for aspiring social entrepreneurs.
• Ensure that social enterprises operate ethically and sustainably, maximizing positive community impact.
• Stay abreast of trends and innovations in the social enterprise sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in business development, entrepreneurship support, or social enterprise management.
• Demonstrated success in developing and launching new business ventures.
• Strong understanding of financial planning, market analysis, and strategic business management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to mentor and support entrepreneurs.
• Experience working within the North West province and understanding local economic dynamics is highly advantageous.
• Passion for social impact and a commitment to sustainable economic development.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical aid and participation in a provident fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the social enterprise ecosystem are actively encouraged.
• This role provides the unique opportunity to contribute to economic empowerment and sustainable development in Mahikeng and the wider North West region.
• Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to creating positive social and economic change.