About this role
OFFICER: COOPERATIVES BUSINESS SUPPORT
REF NO: OCBS
SALARY : R413 001 per annum CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF 6) in Public Administration / Business Management / Development Studies / Accounting / Economics / Development Finance / Project Management or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA. Minimum of 2 years’ relevant work experience in MSME / Cooperatives Business Development / LED and Project Management. Have proven skills and competencies: Communication (Verbal and Written), Analytical Thinking, Attention to detail, Creative Thinking and Problem Solving, Electronic (Digital) and hard document and records management. Report writing and presentation skills, Financial and business analysis, Computer literacy, Stakeholder management and relationship building. Job related knowledge: Cooperative legislation and policies, Funding mechanisms, Monitoring and Evaluation, Project management principles and Government governance and compliance.
DUTIES : Conduct research on factors impacting the creation of an enabling business environment for cooperatives using digital research tools, online data sources and electronic information repositories. Contribute to the development and review of policies, strategies, frameworks, and guidelines supporting cooperative development. Contribute to the review of existing programmes, models and mechanisms using structured information and documented evidence. Review and assess applications for feasibility, viability, and alignment with funding criteria. Evaluate business plans, financial projections, and supporting documents. Conduct due diligence, including financial review and applicant history. Identify risks, opportunities, and make recommendations. Identify goods/services required based on application requirements. Evaluate quotations for compliance, completeness, and competitiveness. Schedule and conduct pre-approval site visits to verify project details. Conduct postdisbursement visits to verify fund utilisation. Compile detailed site visit reports. Monitor funded projects to ensure funds are used according to approved purposes. Verify compliance and escalate non-compliance to Legal Services. Assess project progress and verify impact. Compile project summaries for decision-making. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc reports. Produce detailed post-disbursement findings reports. Maintain accurate and secure records for assessments, reports, and site visits. Ensure compliance with internal document management policies. Communicate with applicants, beneficiaries, suppliers, internal units and relevant ecosystem players individually or in groups. Provide written communication such as emails, letters, and presentations.
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SECONDARY SECTOR SUPPORT
POST 35/144 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SECONDARY SECTOR SUPPORT REF NO: DD: SSSP SALARY : R932 292 per annum CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Business Administration / Development Studies / Engineering or equivalent / related recognised by SAQA. Postgraduate degree in Economics / Business Administration / Development Studies / Engineering would be an added advantage. 3 years relevant experience in the Economic Development sector with specific focus in Manufacturing (Automotive, Clothing and Textile, Furniture, Metals, Chemicals, Plastics etc.) / Construction (Residential, Commercial, Industrial etc.) Utilities (Electricity/Energy, Gas, Water Treatment) at a supervisory/managerial (ASD) level. Training in MS packages, Project Management and a valid driver’s license. Have competencies in: Communication and Presentation (verbal and written), Problem Solving and Analysis, Planning and Organising Skills, Project Management, Programme Design and Delivery, Interpersonal skills, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Stakeholder relations, Negotiation skills and Research and Reporting writing. Knowledge and expertise in industrial policy and industrial development, national industrial action plans, trade directives, secondary sectors (i.e., manufacturing, construction and utilities) and Value Chain Analysis. Job related knowledge and skills: Sector Policy development, interpretation, implementation, Financial Management, People Management and Sector / Industry Stakeholder Management (Public and Private). B/EB Driver’s license will be considered as an additional.
DUTIES : Develop, review, and promote policy frameworks and strategies to ensure the development and maintenance of a comprehensive and tailor-made ecosystem for the sectors (Secondary). Conduct extensive research to inform decision making regarding support requirements within the economic value chain (Secondary sectors). Benchmark and develop case studies against best practices in Secondary (manufacturing, construction and utilities) in relation to sector strategies, policies, innovations and common practices. Gather sectorspecific evidence based on performance of the economy, new and existing support programmes and mechanisms to accelerate growth, generation of income sustainability and job creation for MSMEs operating within the Secondary sectors. Identify challenges, gaps, performance, and trends regarding the implementation of deliverables of the Masterplans and propose solutions as well as report on implementation, progress and support provided across assigned areas. Develop and submit monthly, quarterly and annual reports on implementation and support provided across assigned areas. Draft general (basic to complex) correspondence such as response letters, emails, status reports, presentations, memos, and submissions. Conduct Stakeholder engagements with the role-players within the sector. Act as a focal point to liaise among the key role players in the implementation of the Masterplan. Manage the operations and resources of the sub-directorate in line with relevant prescripts.