Assistant Director: Enterprise Development

Requirements

An NQF 6 qualification in Local Economic Development / Development Studies / Business Management / Integrated Organisational Communication or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Three (3) to five (5) years’ experience in the Enterprise Development field at supervisory level. Valid driver’s license (with exception of persons with disability). Skills and Knowledge: In-debt knowledge of Local Economic Development and Economic Development trends. Extensive knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Services. Computer literacy. Planning and organizing skills. Problem solving and decision-making skills. People management and empowerment. Team leadership. Project management. Coordination skills. Client orientation and customer focus. Diversity management. Communication skills (verbal and written).

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate the development of Enterprise development policies and strategies. Monitor and evaluate the programmes implemented by sector departments, municipalities and entities for MSME’s. Develop and coordinate marketing programmes for MSME’s. Coordinate initiatives to reduce red tape and ease the doing business environment for MSME’s to thrive. Facilitate the LED programme through collaborative partnerships. Monitor the implementation of the LED policy framework to strengthen the implementation of Local Economic Development programmes.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Ms WA Klaassen Tel No: (015) 293 8691