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Title: Business Advisor (hiring 3 Business Advisors)

Reporting Unit/Supervisor : Program Manager ED

Location: Preference Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

TechnoServe Background:

TechnoServe is a pioneer in leveraging the power of businesses and markets to create sustainable pathways out of poverty. Smallholder farmers and entrepreneurs gain the skills, connections, and confidence they need to create viable businesses, improve their incomes, and build brighter futures. We work directly with farms and businesses and across whole market systems to make them more sustainable—environmentally, socially, and commercially.

Working with TechnoServe staff, people around the world are lifting themselves out of poverty. The results are amazing.and they are lasting. Farmers and entrepreneurs improve their operations, respond to climate change, and access new markets. Women are earning more money and are able to make economic decisions. Living conditions for families get better, and they are able to access health care and education. Communities and countries are better off.

Programme Description:

Mpumalanga Enterprise Development Programme is a 12-month pilot to support the development of Mpumalanga-based entrepreneurs to grow strong SMME businesses that can provide employment to themselves and others in the long term. In order to improve the prospects for SMMEs, we will support entrepreneurs by further developing their business skills. We will implement two key activities to build the business skills capacity of entrepreneurs in the Mpumalanga Province. The core activities focus on providing business skills development training and advisory to the selected businesses. It will be followed by aftercare support to entrepreneurs, where the trained entrepreneurs continue to be supported to shift to growth and job creation. We will target an initial intake of 500 enterprises that will receive Tier I support in order to identify the most promising 100 enterprises that will receive Tier II and Tier III support. At both selection points, we will also prioritise businesses in the green sector with high potential for growth/job creation in that space, in line with GIZ’s strategic priorities.

Position Description:

TechnoServe seeks a full-time experienced and hands-on Business Advisor for the 12-month pilot period with a potential for renewal beyond the pilot period. The role of the Business Advisor will be to ensure the project delivers per the contract with the donor.

The Business Advisor will support the overall strategic direction of the programme and will be responsible for the delivery of specific results including:

• Identifying and recruiting beneficiaries to the project.
• On-boarding of beneficiaries in line with TNS policies and procedures.
• Support the Design and Preparation of the implementation plan for the project.
• Track beneficiary data on all relevant information systems for monitoring purposes.
• Compile business analysis for the business entities to be supported.
• Assist the Senior Business Advisor to diagnose the challenges being faced by beneficiary businesses.
• Ensure proper procedures are followed and fully documented for evidence and evaluation purposes.
• Work with the rest of the team to build the skills of the beneficiaries.
• Provide virtual training to beneficiaries on the approved TNS modules.
• Consult with beneficiaries and provide business advice (mentorship and coaching) under the supervision of a Senior Business Advisor.
• Have a clear understanding of the Business Model Canvas and how it applies to business growth.
• Guide beneficiaries to implement business solutions.
• Help beneficiaries secure resources from external sources.
• Help beneficiaries secure markets and off-take arrangements.
• Manage some project risks and issues.
• Coordinate processes around beneficiary trainings and events.
• Collect all data required for M&E and for reporting to the donor requirements.
• All other tasks assigned by the program leadership.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor Degree in relevant field such as B Comm, Entrepreneurship, Business Studies.
• More than 3 years of experience in entrepreneurship support environment.
• Proven track record employing business solutions on ground level.
• Business advisory experience, ideally working with small businesses.
• Strong skills in business software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Familiarity with different social media platforms.
• Creative, analytical, and task-oriented.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationships and leverage networks.
• Organisational and planning skills, with ability to work on multiple projects in parallel.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines.

How to Apply:

Qualified and interested applicants should apply via the link on or before 13 October 2023. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. Applications will be considered as received. No phone calls, please.

TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer.

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Title: Business Advisor (hiring 3 Business Advisors)

Reporting Unit/Supervisor : Program Manager ED

Location: Preference Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

• TechnoServe Background:
  
  

TechnoServe is a pioneer in leveraging the power of businesses and markets to create sustainable pathways out of poverty. Smallholder farmers and entrepreneurs gain the skills, connections, and confidence they need to create viable businesses, improve their incomes, and build brighter futures. We work directly with farms and businesses and across whole market systems to make them more sustainable—environmentally, socially, and commercially.

Working with TechnoServe staff, people around the world are lifting themselves out of poverty. The results are amazing.and they are lasting. Farmers and entrepreneurs improve their operations, respond to climate change, and access new markets. Women are earning more money and are able to make economic decisions. Living conditions for families get better, and they are able to access health care and education. Communities and countries are better off.

• Programme Description :
  
  

Mpumalanga Enterprise Development Programme is 12-months pilot to support the development of Mpumalanga-based entrepreneurs to grow strong SMME businesses that can provide employment to themselves and others in the long term. In order to improve the prospects for SMMEs, we will support entrepreneurs by further developing their business skills. We will implement two key activities to build the business skills capacity of entrepreneurs in the Mpumalanga Province. The core activities focus on providing business skills development training and advisory to the selected businesses. It will be followed by aftercare support to entrepreneurs, where the trained entrepreneurs continue to be supported to shift to growth and job creation. We will target an initial intake of 500 enterprises that will receive Tier I support in order to identify the most promising 100 enterprises that will receive Tier II and Tier III support. At both selection points, we will also prioritise businesses in the green sector with high potential for growth/job creation in that space, in line with GIZ’s strategic priorities.

III. Position Description:

TechnoServe seeks a full time experienced and hands-on Business Advisor for the 12-months pilot period with a potential for renewal beyond the pilot period. The role of the Business advisor will be to ensure the project delivers per the contract with the donor.

The Business Advisor will support the overall strategic direction to the programme; and will be responsible for the delivery of specific results including:

• Identifying and recruiting beneficiaries to the project
• On-boarding of beneficiaries in line with TNS policies and procedures.
• Support the Design and Preparation of the implementation plan for the project
• Track beneficiary data on all relevant information systems for monitoring purposes
• Compile business analysis for the business entities to be supported
• Assist the Senior Business Advisor to diagnose the challenges being faced by beneficiary businesses
• Ensure proper procedures are followed and fully documented for evidence and evaluation purposes.
• Work with the rest of the team to build the skills of the beneficiaries.
• Provide virtual training to beneficiaries on the approved TNS modules.
• Consult with beneficiaries and provide business advice, (mentorship and coaching) under the supervision of a Senior Business Advisor
• Has a clear understanding of the Business Model Canvas and how it applies to business growth
• Guide beneficiaries to implement business solutions
• Help beneficiaries secure resources from external sources
• Help beneficiaries secure markets and off take arrangements
• Manage some project risks and issues
• Coordinate processes around beneficiary trainings and events
• Collect all data required for M&E and for reporting to the donor requirements
• All other tasks assigned by the program leadership
• Required Skills & Experience:
• Bachelor Degree in relevant field such as B Comm, Entrepreneurship, Business Studies
• More than 3 years of experience in entrepreneurship support environment
• Proven track record employing business solutions on ground level
• Business advisory experience, ideally working with small businesses
• Strong skills in business software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc.)
• Be familiar and able to use different social media platforms
• Creative, analytic and task orientated
• Interpersonal skills and ability to build strong relationship and leverage networks
• Organisational and planning skills, with ability to work on multiple projects in parallel
• Written and verbal communication
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
  
  

How To Apply

• Qualified and interested applicants should apply via the link on or before 13 October 2023. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. Applications will be considered as received. No phone calls, please.
  
  

TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer

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Farmers and entrepreneurs improve their operations, respond to climate change, and access new markets. Women are earning more money and are able to make economic decisions. Living conditions for families get better, and they are able to access health care and education. Communities and countries are better off.Programme Description : Mpumalanga Enterprise Development Programme is 12-months pilot to support the development of Mpumalanga-based entrepreneurs to grow strong SMME businesses that can provide employment to themselves and others in the long term. In order to improve the prospects for SMMEs, we will support entrepreneurs by further developing their business skills. We will implement two key activities to build the business skills capacity of entrepreneurs in the Mpumalanga Province. The core activities focus on providing business skills development training and advisory to the selected businesses. It will be followed by aftercare support to entrepreneurs, where the trained entrepreneurs continue to be supported to shift to growth and job creation. We will target an initial intake of 500 enterprises that will receive Tier I support in order to identify the most promising 100 enterprises that will receive Tier II and Tier III support. At both selection points, we will also prioritise businesses in the green sector with high potential for growth/job creation in that space, in line with GIZ’s strategic priorities.III. Position Description:Techno Serve seeks a full time experienced and hands-on Business Advisor for the 12-months pilot period with a potential for renewal beyond the pilot period. 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Enterprise, and Supplier Development Program

South Africa, May 2023

Role Title: Business Advisor – Enterprise Development

Reports to: Hub Manager

Grade: 7

Location: Mogalakwena (Limpopo)

Travel: Regular travel within target geography and to Johannesburg will be required.

Company Background

TechnoServe ( is a non-profit, economic development organization with sustained commitment to its 50-year old founding mission to work with enterprising men and women in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. We are business development specialists assisting farmers and other entrepreneurs in 29 countries, increasing their access to information, capital, and markets. The increased income our clients derive enhances resilience and prosperity for their families and communities.

In 2021, TechnoServe’s work helped improve 2.3 million lives, increasing the revenues of 407,000 farms, businesses, and employees by $250 million. Each of our interventions increases the impact on women, who represented 41% of beneficiaries globally in 2021. Our commitment to sustainable impact earned us the designation of the #1 non-profit fighting poverty in 2019 by ImpactMatters, the independent charity ratings agency.

In South Africa, we supported 779 beneficiaries in 2021 to gain $24,9 million (R396m) in increased revenue and wages as a result of our work. A large proportion of the beneficiaries were SMMEs and 43% of those with increased revenue who are women or women-owned businesses.

Program Background

TechnoServe has been competitively selected by a large South African corporate partner to deliver Enterprise and Supplier Development program in South Africa. The initiative offers the opportunity to deliver transformative economic change in South Africa by supporting local enterprises to grow their businesses to the next level. The initiative will look to drive broader development across the mining, agricultural, tourism, and retail sectors to support local economic development. Once fully scaled, the initiative aims to support 10,000 jobs across 15 locations in South Africa. This will be a global flagship initiative in proving the impact of shared value initiatives: namely how business can make investments that both deliver value to shareholders and deliver meaningful impact to individuals and communities in their areas of operation.

TechnoServe will deliver the Enterprise and Supplier Development initiative through a network of hubs, operating under the brand name of the corporate partner.

The hub will operate in and around Mogalakwena. TechnoServe will employ a team of 6 staff to operate on the hub. The hub will deliver business acceleration services (training, mentorship, business development, access to finance, linkages to market opportunities, etc.) to eligible entrepreneurs through two program pillars – Enterprise and Supplier Development.

TechnoServe is hiring a high-caliber team per hub to deliver the program. We are seeking qualified candidates for the Business Advisor – Enterprise Development 2. The Enterprise Development (ED) Business Advisor 2 will manage the ED component of the overall program; accountable for delivering targets for ED component. S/he will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of selecting, training and providing “aftercare”/mentorship to 2 cohorts of SMEs per year. S/he will be the primary point of contact for the SMEs in the ED program and will be responsible for diagnosing their needs and developing a standardized and tailored support program to meet these needs. S/he will also engage with the financing partner and other program partners within the ED component.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Implementation, Roll out and project management:

• Develop / refine ED2 operational plans for the pillar, ensuring ongoing learnings are built into evolving design
• Implement all elements of delivering the ED program, including:
• Program implementation and roll out.
• Program promotion
• Recruitment and selection of enterprises
• Facilitate training
• Mentor enterprises
• Diagnosing individual gaps of SMEs in the program
• Develop and implement a development plan for individual businesses and Mentor the SMEs in accordance to the plan.
• Monitor and track and report on progress of SMEs in the program

Development of curriculum:

• Contribute toward the refinement standardized training curriculum for SMEs, drawing on global materials and working with TechnoServe experts in curriculum development

Direct advisory to SMEs:

• Directly provide regular 1-1 advisory services to 20+ SMEs per year
• Identify and bring in other resources to meet SME needs as necessary

Monitoring and evaluation:

• Report in an accurate and timely manner on performance of the ED pillar on all key metrics
• Ensure all learnings from each wave are incorporated to improve the offering continuously

Demand side initiatives and partnerships:

• Identify market opportunities for growth and diversification for participating SMEs on a case-by-case basis
• Partner with the Corporate Partner’s Value Chain Manager to identify value chain opportunities locally or nationally that participating SMEs can tap into
• Create opportunities for networking between program pillars

Perform other duties that would be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, marketing, Development or related discipline
• At least 5-10 years of post-graduate experience within the private sector and/or development spheres
• At least 2 years’ experience running own business
• Experience working in SME development
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (in English and local language)
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of the South Africa economic, social and development context – at provincial level preferred
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills in a multi-cultural environment
• The ability to work independently, adhere to strict deadlines, and function effectively as a member of a global team
• Current / past work / living in target geography (province) preferred
• Strong commitment and dedication to economic development
• Long-term commitment to the project
• Valid driving license

How to Apply

Qualified and interested applicants should apply via the link on or before 26 May 2023. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. Applications will be considered as received. No phone calls please.

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Enterprise, and Supplier Development Program

South Africa, May 2023

Role Title: Business Advisor – Enterprise Development

Reports to: Hub Manager

Grade: 7

Location: Mogalakwena (Limpopo)

Travel: Regular travel within target geography and to Johannesburg will be required.

Company Background

TechnoServe ( is a non-profit, economic development organization with sustained commitment to its 50-year old founding mission to work with enterprising men and women in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. We are business development specialists assisting farmers and other entrepreneurs in 29 countries, increasing their access to information, capital, and markets. The increased income our clients derive enhances resilience and prosperity for their families and communities.

In 2021, TechnoServe’s work helped improve 2.3 million lives, increasing the revenues of 407,000 farms, businesses, and employees by $250 million. Each of our interventions increases the impact on women, who represented 41% of beneficiaries globally in 2021. Our commitment to sustainable impact earned us the designation of the #1 non-profit fighting poverty in 2019 by ImpactMatters, the independent charity ratings agency.

In South Africa, we supported 779 beneficiaries in 2021 to gain $24.9 million (R396m) in increased revenue and wages as a result of our work. A large proportion of the beneficiaries were SMMEs and 43% of those with increased revenue who are women or women-owned businesses.

Program Background

TechnoServe has been competitively selected by a large South African corporate partner to deliver the Enterprise, and Supplier Development program in South Africa. The initiative offers the opportunity to deliver transformative economic change in South Africa by supporting local enterprises to grow their businesses to the next level. The initiative will look to drive broader development across the mining, agricultural, tourism, and retail sectors to support local economic development. Once fully scaled, the initiative aims to support 10,000 jobs across 15 locations in South Africa. This will be a global flagship initiative in proving the impact of shared value initiatives: namely how business can make investments that both deliver value to shareholders and deliver meaningful impact to individuals and communities in their areas of operation.

TechnoServe will deliver the Enterprise, and Supplier Development initiative through a network of hubs, operating under the brand name of the corporate partner.

The hub will operate in and around Mogalakwena. TechnoServe will employ a team of 6 staff to operate on the hub. The hub will deliver business acceleration services (training, mentorship, business development, access to finance, linkages to market opportunities, etc.) to eligible entrepreneurs through two program pillars – Enterprise and Supplier Development.

TechnoServe is hiring a high-caliber team per hub to deliver the program. We are seeking qualified candidates for the Business Advisor – Enterprise Development. The Enterprise Development (ED) Business Advisor will manage the ED component of the overall program; accountable for delivering targets for ED component. S/he will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of selecting, training and providing “aftercare”/mentorship to 2 cohorts of SMEs per year. S/he will be the primary point of contact for the SMEs in the ED program and will be responsible for diagnosing their needs and developing a standardized and tailored support program to meet these needs. S/he will also engage with the financing partner and other program partners within the ED component.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Implementation, Roll out and project management:

• Develop / refine ED operational plans for the pillar, ensuring ongoing learnings are built into evolving design
• Implement all elements of delivering the ED program, including:
• Program implementation and roll out.
• Program promotion
• Recruitment and selection of enterprises
• Facilitate training
• Mentor enterprises
• Diagnosing individual gaps of SMEs in the program
• Develop and implement a development plan for individual businesses and Mentor the SMEs in accordance to the plan.
• Monitor and track and report on progress of SMEs in the program

Development of curriculum:

• Contribute toward the refinement standardized training curriculum for SMEs, drawing on global materials and working with TechnoServe experts in curriculum development

Direct advisory to SMEs:

• Directly provide regular 1-1 advisory services to 20+ SMEs per year
• Identify and bring in other resources to meet SME needs as necessary

Monitoring and evaluation:

• Report in an accurate and timely manner on performance of the ED pillar on all key metrics
• Ensure all learnings from each wave are incorporated to improve the offering continuously

Demand side initiatives and partnerships:

• Identify market opportunities for growth and diversification for participating SMEs on a case-by-case basis
• Partner with the Corporate Partner’s Value Chain Manager to identify value chain opportunities locally or nationally that participating SMEs can tap into
• Create opportunities for networking between program pillars

Perform other duties that would be assigned from time to time by the supervisor

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, marketing, Development or related discipline
• At least 5-10 years of post-graduate experience within the private sector and/or development spheres
• At least 2 years’ experience running own business
• Experience working in SME development
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (in English and local language)
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of the South Africa economic, social and development context – at provincial level preferred
• Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills in a multi-cultural environment
• The ability to work independently, adhere to strict deadlines, and function effectively as a member of a global team
• Strong commitment and dedication to economic development
• Long-term commitment to the project
• Valid driving license

How to Apply

Qualified and interested applicants should apply via the link on or before 26 May 2023. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. Applications will be considered as received. No phone calls please.

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Enterprise, and Supplier Development Program South Africa, May 2023 Role Title: Business Advisor – Enterprise Development Reports to: Hub Manager Grade: 7 Location: Mogalakwena (Limpopo) Travel: Regular travel within target geography and to Johannesburg will be required. Company Background Techno Serve ( is a non-profit, economic development organization with sustained commitment to its 50-year old founding mission to work with enterprising men and women in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. We are business development specialists assisting farmers and other entrepreneurs in 29 countries, increasing their access to information, capital, and markets. The increased income our clients derive enhances resilience and prosperity for their families and communities. In 2021, Techno Serve’s work helped improve 2.3 million lives, increasing the revenues of 407,000 farms, businesses, and employees by $250 million. Each of our interventions increases the impact on women, who represented 41% of beneficiaries globally in 2021. Our commitment to sustainable impact earned us the designation of the #1 non-profit fighting poverty in 2019 by Impact Matters, the independent charity ratings agency. In South Africa, we supported 779 beneficiaries in 2021 to gain $24,9 million (R396m) in increased revenue and wages as a result of our work. A large proportion of the beneficiaries were SMMEs and 43% of those with increased revenue who are women or women-owned businesses. Program Background Techno Serve has been competitively selected by a large South African corporate partner to deliver Enterprise and Supplier Development program in South Africa. The initiative offers the opportunity to deliver transformative economic change in South Africa by supporting local enterprises to grow their businesses to the next level. The initiative will look to drive broader development across the mining, agricultural, tourism, and retail sectors to support local economic development. Once fully scaled, the initiative aims to support 10,000 jobs across 15 locations in South Africa. This will be a global flagship initiative in proving the impact of shared value initiatives: namely how business can make investments that both deliver value to shareholders and deliver meaningful impact to individuals and communities in their areas of operation. Techno Serve will deliver the Enterprise and Supplier Development initiative through a network of hubs, operating under the brand name of the corporate partner. The hub will operate in and around Mogalakwena. Techno Serve will employ a team of 6 staff to operate on the hub. The hub will deliver business acceleration services (training, mentorship, business development, access to finance, linkages to market opportunities, etc.) to eligible entrepreneurs through two program pillars – Enterprise and Supplier Development. Techno Serve is hiring a high-caliber team per hub to deliver the program. We are seeking qualified candidates for the Business Advisor – Enterprise Development 2. The Enterprise Development (ED) Business Advisor 2 will manage the ED component of the overall program; accountable for delivering targets for ED component. S/he will be responsible for managing the end-to-end process of selecting, training and providing “aftercare”/mentorship to 2 cohorts of SMEs per year. S/he will be the primary point of contact for the SMEs in the ED program and will be responsible for diagnosing their needs and developing a standardized and tailored support program to meet these needs. S/he will also engage with the financing partner and other program partners within the ED component. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Implementation, Roll out and project management: Develop / refine ED2 operational plans for the pillar, ensuring ongoing learnings are built into evolving design Implement all elements of delivering the ED program, including: Program implementation and roll out. Program promotion Recruitment and selection of enterprises Facilitate training Mentor enterprises Diagnosing individual gaps of SMEs in the program Develop and implement a development plan for individual businesses and Mentor the SMEs in accordance to the plan. Monitor and track and report on progress of SMEs in the program Development of curriculum: Contribute toward the refinement standardized training curriculum for SMEs, drawing on global materials and working with Techno Serve experts in curriculum development Direct advisory to SMEs: Directly provide regular 1-1 advisory services to 20+ SMEs per year Identify and bring in other resources to meet SME needs as necessary Monitoring and evaluation: Report in an accurate and timely manner on performance of the ED pillar on all key metrics Ensure all learnings from each wave are incorporated to improve the offering continuously Demand side initiatives and partnerships: Identify market opportunities for growth and diversification for participating SMEs on a case-by-case basis Partner with the Corporate Partner’s Value Chain Manager to identify value chain opportunities locally or nationally that participating SMEs can tap into Create opportunities for networking between program pillars Perform other duties that would be assigned from time to time by the supervisor REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in business administration, economics, marketing, Development or related discipline At least 5-10 years of post-graduate experience within the private sector and/or development spheres At least 2 years’ experience running own business Experience working in SME development Excellent oral and written communication skills (in English and local language) Strong organizational skills Knowledge of the South Africa economic, social and development context – at provincial level preferred Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills in a multi-cultural environment The ability to work independently, adhere to strict deadlines, and function effectively as a member of a global team Current / past work / living in target geography (province) preferred Strong commitment and dedication to economic development Long-term commitment to the project Valid driving license How to Apply Qualified and interested applicants should apply via the link on or before 26 May 2023. Please identify the position for which you are applying in the subject line. Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be considered or contacted. Applications will be considered as received. No phone calls please. #J-18808-Ljbffr

JOB PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Business Advisor Level 3

DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Contract

REPORTING TO: Branch Manager

JOB GRADE: C5 Minimum Midpoint

TOTAL CTC: R507 409 - R596 952

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To provide strategic business development services primarily to developed small and medium enterprises.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

1. Provide relevant strategic direction and business advisory services to existing small and medium enterprises.
2. Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools.
3. Facilitate access to formal markets.
4. Facilitate and manage small enterprise training courses and specialised seminars to potential high value start-ups and existing small and medium enterprises.
5. Monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business position.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

1. Matric (NQF Level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business.
2. Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in Business Management/Commerce/Engineering/Project Management will be an added advantage.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

1. 4 – 6 years work experience in business advisory/consulting/business owner.
2. Good understanding and knowledge of the small enterprise development sector.

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENT CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:

1. Written and verbal communication skills.
2. Interpersonal skills.
3. Finance and business acumen.
4. Customer oriented.
5. Analytical skills.
6. Strategic thinking and visioning.
7. Leadership skills.
8. Change Management.
9. Report writing skills.
10. Mentoring & Coaching skills.
11. Relationship building.

NB: It is the organisation’s intention to promote equity and representivity in terms of race, gender and people living with disability as per the set numerical targets contained in the organizational Employment Equity Plan (EE Plan). To ensure compliance and successful implementation of the EE Plan, all applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). African Females are encouraged to apply for this position.

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within three months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful. Proposed offers will be made from Minimum to Midpoint as advertised.

To apply, please send your CV to . Please state the position and office you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing Date: 26 October 2020

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JOB PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Business Advisor Level 3

DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Contract

REPORTING TO: Branch Manager

JOB GRADE: C5 Minimum Midpoint

TOTAL CTC: R507 409 - R596 952

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To provide strategic business development services primarily to developed small and medium enterprises.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

1. Provide relevant strategic direction and business advisory services to existing small and medium enterprises.
2. Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools.
3. Facilitate access to formal markets.
4. Facilitate and manage small enterprise training courses and specialised seminars to potential high value start-ups and existing small and medium enterprises.
5. Monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business position.

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

1. Matric (NQF Level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business.
2. Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in Business Management/Commerce/Engineering/Project Management will be an added advantage.

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE:

1. 4 – 6 years work experience in business advisory/consulting/business owner.
2. Good understanding and knowledge of the small enterprise development sector.

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENT CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:

1. Written and verbal communication skills.
2. Interpersonal skills.
3. Finance and business acumen.
4. Customer oriented.
5. Analytical skills.
6. Strategic thinking and visioning.
7. Leadership skills.
8. Change Management.
9. Report writing skills.
10. Mentoring & Coaching skills.
11. Relationship building.

NB: It is the organisation’s intention to promote equity and representivity in terms of race, gender and people living with disability as per the set numerical targets contained in the organizational Employment Equity Plan (EE Plan). To ensure compliance and successful implementation of the EE Plan, all applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). African Females are encouraged to apply for this position.

The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (employment history, educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary). Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within three months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful. Proposed offers will be made from Minimum to Midpoint as advertised.

To apply, please send your CV to . Please state the position and office you are applying for in the subject line.

Closing Date: 26 October 2020

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JOB PROFILE

JOB TITLE: Business Advisor Level 2

DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Contract

REPORTING TO: Branch Manager

JOB GRADE: C3 Minimum Midpoint

TOTAL CTC: R353 616 - R416 018

NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1

LOCATION: Free State Province: Lejweleputswa Branch (Welkom)

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To provide business development services primarily to micro and small enterprises.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

1. Provide relevant business advisory services and information to micro and small enterprises
2. Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools
3. Facilitate and manage the implementation of interventions and business growth strategies
4. Monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business position

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Matric (NQF Level 4) and Diploma (NQF Level 5/12 months)

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

3 – 4 years relevant work experience, including at least 2 years as a business consultant/manager/business owner

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Good understanding of the small enterprise development sector

INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENT CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

• Customer-oriented
• Sound written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• High ethical standards
• Analytical skills
• Time management
• Goal-oriented
• Team player
• Planning and organizing
• Project management
• Decision-making
• Financial and business acumen

Note: The organization aims to promote equity and diversity. Applicants should indicate their race, gender, and disability status in their CV. African males are encouraged to apply. Appointment is subject to verification of credentials. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear within three months, consider your application unsuccessful. Salary offers will be from the minimum to midpoint as advertised.

To apply, send your CV to . Please specify the position and office in the subject line. Closing date: 06 October 2020.

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