About the Role
The Department of Small Business Development is seeking a dedicated and strategic Deputy Director: Secondary Sector Support based in Pretoria. This pivotal role is designed to enhance and maintain a robust ecosystem for the secondary sectors including manufacturing, construction, and utilities. By focusing on policy frameworks and tailored strategies, you will contribute significantly to the economic landscape of South Africa, ensuring that small and medium enterprises thrive within these vital industries. Your work will not only accelerate economic growth but also promote job creation and sustainability in the local community.
In this role, you will engage with various stakeholders, conducting research to inform decision-making and identify opportunities for support and development. Your ability to analyze performance trends and propose actionable solutions will be essential in driving the objectives of the Masterplans. This position offers you a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in public service, directly influencing the economic advancement of South Africa.
About the Department
The Department of Small Business Development is committed to fostering an enabling environment for small businesses and cooperatives to thrive. With a focus on economic empowerment, the department plays a crucial role in developing policies and programs that support the growth of the small business sector. Working here means being part of a mission that values innovation, collaboration, and sustainable development, where your contributions can lead to significant socio-economic change.
What You’ll Do
- Develop, review, and promote relevant policy frameworks and strategies for secondary sectors.
- Conduct extensive research to determine support requirements within the economic value chain.
- Benchmark and create case studies against best practices in manufacturing, construction, and utilities.
- Gather sector-specific evidence to evaluate the performance of the economy and existing support programs.
- Identify challenges and gaps in implementation, proposing solutions for improvement.
- Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on progress and support initiatives.
- Draft a variety of correspondence, including letters, reports, and presentations.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagements and act as a liaison among key players in the sector.
- Manage operations and resources of the sub-directorate in accordance with relevant guidelines.
What You’ll Need
- A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies, Engineering, or a related field.
- A postgraduate degree in a relevant field is an advantage.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in the Economic Development sector, particularly in manufacturing or construction.
- Training in MS Office, Project Management, and a valid driver’s license.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Skills in planning, organizing, and project management.
- Knowledge of industrial policy, national action plans, and sector-specific regulations.
- Ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
How to Apply
Please direct your application to the instructions provided below.
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, 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.
Job 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 sector- specific 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.
98 ENQUIRIES Enquiries for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office on Tel No: (012) 394-5286/3097
