DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SECTOR SPECIFIC SUPPORT (PRIMARY) REF NO: DD: SSSP

SALARY : R849 702 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS :

Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Business Administration /
Development Studies or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA.
Postgraduate in Economics/ Business Administration / Development Studies
would be considered an added advantage. 3 years relevant experience in
Economic Development sector with specific focus in Agriculture / Mining /
Fisheries / Forestry / Environmental Management at a supervisory/managerial
(ASD) level.

Training in Ms Packages, Project Management and Valid driver’s
licence. Have competencies in: Communication (verbal and written), ProblemSolving 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
Report writing.

DUTIES :

Develop and review Red Tape Reduction Action Plans at Develop, review,
promote policy frameworks and strategies to ensure the development, and
maintenance of a comprehensive and tailor-made ecosystem for the sectors
(Primary, Secondary and Tertiary).

Conduct Research inclusive of but not
limited to: (Conduct extensive research to inform decision making regarding
support requirements within the economic value chain (Primary, Secondary
and Tertiary), b)Benchmark and develop case studies against best practices in
production processes (cultivation and production processes, storage and
logistics, processing and manufacturing of products and services, packaging
labelling and channelling finished products/services to market for consumption)
in relation to sector strategies, policies, innovations and common practices
etc). Identify challenges, gaps, performance, and trends regarding the
implementation of deliverables of the Masterplan 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. Manage the
operations and resources of the sub directorate in line with relevant prescripts.
Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written,
Verbal and formal presentations / workshops / information sessions.

ENQUIRIES

: for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office Tel No: (012)
394-5286/3097

APPLICATIONS :

Candidates must submit applications to recruitment4@dsbd.gov.za and quote
the reference number for the abovementioned position on the subject line
(email) when applying. i.e. “REF NO: “REF NO: DD: SSSP

NOTE

: The Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of
diversity and redress. Candidates whose appointment will promote
representivity in terms of race, disability, youth & gender will receive preference
(as per the DSBD EE Plan).