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SMALL ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SEDA) 
 
 
 
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MANAGER: ICT INFRASTRUCTURE 
DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract 
REPORTING TO: Senior Manager: ICT 
JOB GRADE: D2 
Minimum: R742 993
Midpoint: R874 110 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1 
DIVISION: Strategy and Information Management 
LOCATION: National Office
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To manage (plan, organise, lead and control) the Seda ICT Infrastructure Sub-Unit which includes developing, maintaining, supporting, backup and optimizing key functional areas, particularly network infrastructure, server infrastructure, data communications and telecommunications systems. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
❖ Benchmark ICT Infrastructure best practices and advise on ICT policy development
❖ Develop and implement Seda’s ICT Infrastructure standards, guidelines and procedures in line approved Seda requirements
❖ Manage Seda’s ICT Infrastructure Security which includes ICT Disaster Recovery and Service Continuity Plans
❖ Develop and manage implementation of Seda’s ICT Infrastructure capabilities and technology architecture
❖ Manage the implementation of ICT infrastructure projects
❖ Manage ICT infrastructure finance and procurement in line with ICT strategic and security plan
❖ Manage outsourced ICT Infrastructure Services through Contracts and Service Level Agreements
❖ People management 
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
❖ Matric (NQF Level 4) and a B Tech (NQF Level 7) or Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in Information and Communication Technology coupled with recognised industry certifications.
❖ Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) or post graduate Diploma (NQF 8) in Information and Communication Technology coupled with recognised industry certifications added advantage.
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
❖ 6-8 year’s experience in ICT environment of which three (3) years should have been at Team Lead level with proven track record of maintaining ICT Infrastructure
Able to demonstrate:
❖ Comprehensive experience as an ICT Infrastructure management specialist with a wide variety of skills to align ICT Infrastructure with the strategic direction of an organisation
❖ Prior experience in network management, scripting and system administration
❖ Thorough knowledge of developments in the ICT industry
❖ Understanding of ICT governance frameworks and quality standards e.g. COBIT and ITIL
❖ Knowledge of ICT acquisition processes and principles 
 
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
❖ Leadership & Influencing
❖ Strategic Capability
❖ Managing a Team
❖ Change Management
❖ Policy Development & Adherence
❖ Advisory Service
❖ Stakeholder Engagement
❖ Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
❖ Planning & Organising
❖ Monitoring & Evaluation
❖ Basic Computer Skills
❖ Financial Acumen
❖ Office Management 
 
 
NB: The appointment of candidates will be made in line with SEDA’s Employment Equity Plan. All applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). 
Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY. 
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). 
❖ 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. 
❖ Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). 
❖ Applicants should note that any false information contained in their cv and related documents could result in disqualification and/or summary dismissal. 
❖ Please note that by applying for this position, you give SEDA permission to process your personal information in compliance with POPI ACT.
 
 
To apply, please send your CV to recruitmentsim@seda.org.za.
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. 
 
Closing Date: 16 May 2023
 
 
 

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BUSINESS ADVISOR LEVEL 2
DURATION: Fourteen (14) Months Fixed Term Contract
REPORTING TO: Branch Manager
JOB GRADE: C3 
Minimum: R 375 071
Midpoint: R 441 260
NO. OF INCUMBENTS 1
DIVISION Enterprise Development Division
LOCATION North West -Bonajala West Branch
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide business development services primarily to micro and small enterprises
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
 Provide relevant business advisory services and information to micro and small enterprises
 Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools
 Facilitate and manage the implementation of interventions and business growth strategies
 Monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business position
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
 Matric (NQF level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) qualification in Business Management/Commerce/Engineering/Project Management
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
 3 – 5 years’ relevant work experience, where at least 2 years’ experience as a business consultant/manager/business owner
Able to demonstrate:
 Good understanding and knowledge of the small enterprise development sector.
 
INHERET JOB REQUIREMENT
 A Valid South African driver’s licence
 
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
 Customer oriented
 Sound written and verbal communication skills
 Computer literacy
 Good interpersonal skills
 Facilitation / presentation skills
 High ethical standards
 Analytical skills
 Time Management
 Goal oriented
 Team player
 Planning and Organising
 Attention to detail
 Project Management
 Decision-making
 Financial and business acumen
 Innovation
 
NB: The appointment of candidates will be made in line with SEDA’s Employment Equity Plan.
All applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). 
Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY.
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).
 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.
 Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted).
 Applicants should note that any false information contained in their cv and related documents could result in disqualification and/or summary dismissal.
 Please note that by applying for this position, you give SEDA permission to process your
personal information in compliance with POPI ACT.
 
To apply, please send your CV to recruitmentnw@seda.org.za.
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.
 
Closing Date: 12 May 2023
 
 
 
 
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INTERN BUSINESS ADVISOR
DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract
REPORTING TO: Branch Manager
JOB GRADE: 
Stipend: R 5000.00 per month
NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1
DIVISION: Enterprise Development Division
LOCATION: Mpumalanga: Nkomazi Branch
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The purpose of the internship programme is to provide appropriate and relevant work experience which is in line with the interns qualification.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
 Learn on how to provide relevant business advisory services and information to micro and small enterprises
 Learn how to conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools
 Learn on how to facilitate and manage the implementation of interventions and business growth strategies
 Learn on how to monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business position
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
 Matric (NQF level 4) and a three year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 6) in Business Management/Commerce/Engineering / Project Management
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE
 Not applicable – work experience exposure programme
 
INHERENT JOB REQUIREMENT
 Not applicable
 
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
 Customer oriented
 Sound written and verbal communication skills
 Computer literacy
 Good interpersonal skills
 Facilitation / presentation skills
 High ethical standards
 Analytical skills
 Time Management
 Goal oriented
 Team player
 Planning and Organising
 Attention to detail
 Project Management
 Decision-making
 Financial and business acumen
 Innovation
 
 
NB: The appointment of candidates will be made in line with SEDA’s Employment Equity Plan.
All applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). 
Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY.
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).
 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.
 Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted).
 Applicants should note that any false information contained in their cv and related documents could result in disqualification and/or summary dismissal.
 Please note that by applying for this position, you give SEDA permission to process your personal information in compliance with POPI ACT.
 
To apply, please send your CV to recruitmentmpu@seda.org.za
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.
 
Closing Date: 12 May 2023
 
 
 
 
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INTERN: OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATOR
DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract
REPORTING TO: Branch Manager
JOB GRADE 
Stipend: R5 000 per month
NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1
DIVISION: Enterprise Development Division
LOCATION: Mpumalanga: Ehlanzeni Branch
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The purpose of the internship programme is to provide appropriate and relevant work experience which is in line with the intern’s qualification.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
 To coordinate the administrative activities at Branch/Provincial level in consultation in terms of financial functions as well as management of information and reporting system.
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION
 Matric (NQF level 4) and a three year tertiary qualification (NQF level 6) in Business Management/Business Administration (NQF Level 6)
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
 Not applicable – work experience exposure programme
 
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
 Communication
 Business Acumen
 Planning and Organising
 Administrative Diligence
 Policy Adherence
 Basic Computer Skills
 Office Management
 
 
NB: The appointment of candidates will be made in line with SEDA’s Employment Equity Plan.
All applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). 
Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY.
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).
 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.
 Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted).
 Applicants should note that any false information contained in their cv and related documents could result in disqualification and/or summary dismissal.
 Please note that by applying for this position, you give SEDA permission to process your personal information in compliance with POPI ACT.
 
To apply, please send your CV to recruitmentmpu@seda.org.za
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.
 
Closing Date: 12 May 2023
 
 
 
 
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MANAGER: TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER 
DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract 
REPORTING TO: Senior Manager: Quality, Standards and Technology Transfer 
JOB GRADE: D1 
Minimum: R653 396
Midpoint: R768 701 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1 
DIVISION: Seda Technology Programme 
LOCATION: Seda National Office 
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To manage technology transfer through structured support and funding for small enterprises 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
❖ Manage technology transfer by means of technical advice and support through established networks
❖ Facilitate access to business, financial support by means of referrals to appropriate institutions
❖ Manage the implementation of programmes that enhance small businesses through sourcing of market ready technologies and funding
❖ Manage the administration of the technology transfer fund
❖ Manage resources (human and finance) 
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION
❖ Matric (NQF Level 4) plus BTech (NQF Level 7) or Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Commerce/Science/Technology /Engineering
❖ Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) and/or Post Graduate Diploma (NQF Level 8) in Commerce/Science/Technology/Engineering as added advantage
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
❖ 6-8 years’ experience in technology management/fund administration of which at least 2 – 4 years should be in the Managerial/Specialist level
❖ Experience in a scientific or technical environment
❖ Experience in SMME development sector
 
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
❖ Leadership & Influencing
❖ Strategic Capability
❖ Managing a Team
❖ Coaching & Mentoring
❖ Change Management
❖ Policy Development & Adherence
❖ Political Awareness
❖ Emotional Intelligence
❖ Advisory Service
❖ Communication
❖ Stakeholder Engagement
❖ Analytical
❖ Business Acumen
❖ Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
❖ Planning & Organising
❖ Monitoring & Evaluation
❖ Performance-Driven
❖ Administrative Diligence
❖ Team Work
❖ Adaptability & Flexibility
❖ Policy Adherence
❖ Negotiation
 
 
NB: The appointment of candidates will be made in line with SEDA’s Employment Equity Plan.
All applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). 
Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY. 
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).
❖ 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.
❖ Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted).
❖ Applicants should note that any false information contained in their cv and related documents could result in disqualification and/or summary dismissal.
❖ Please note that by applying for this position, you give SEDA permission to process your personal information in compliance with POPI ACT.
 
To apply, please send your CV to recruitmentstp@seda.org.za.
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. 
 
Closing Date: 11 May 2023








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SPECIALIST: TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER PROJECTS
DURATION: Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract
REPORTING TO: Manager: Technology Transfer 
JOB GRADE: C5 
Minimum: R538 196
Midpoint: R633 172 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS: 1 
DIVISION: Seda Technology Programme 
LOCATION: Seda National Office 
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To facilitate the provision of appropriate technology transfer through structured support and funding for small enterprises nationally 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
❖ Assess small enterprises for the benefit of TTF
❖ Develop business cases to adjudication panel
❖ Administer the technology transfer fund nationally
❖ Establish and maintain accurate database
❖ Verification of supplied technology received at the client premises
❖ Contribute to the review of TTF policy and processes
❖ Conduct impact analysis on the technology intervention on beneficiaries
❖ Conduct TTF awareness workshops
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
❖ Matric (NQF Level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Commerce/ Technology/ Science/ and or Engineering
❖ Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Commerce or Engineering or in Commerce/ Technology/ Science/ and or Engineering as added advantage 
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
4-6 years’ experience in the following:
❖ SMME development
❖ Technology-driven environment
❖ Field of technology transfer and technology needs assessment
❖ Assessment of viability and sustainability of small enterprises
❖ Thorough understanding of science and technology sector 
 
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
❖ Advisory Service
❖ Communication
❖ Stakeholder Engagement
❖ Analytical
❖ Business Acumen
❖ Problem-Solving & Decision-Making
❖ Planning & Organising
❖ Monitoring & Evaluation
❖ Performance Driven
❖ Administrative Diligence
❖ Team Work
❖ Adaptability & Flexibility
❖ Policy Adherence
❖ Negotiation
❖ Basic Computer Skills
❖ Financial Acumen
❖ Office Management
 
 
NB: The appointment of candidates will be made in line with SEDA’s Employment Equity Plan. All applicants should indicate their race, gender and disability status in their curriculum vitae (CV). 
Previously Disadvantaged Individuals are encouraged to APPLY. 
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).
❖ 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. 
❖ Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). 
❖ Applicants should note that any false information contained in their cv and related documents could result in disqualification and/or summary dismissal. 
❖ Please note that by applying for this position, you give SEDA permission to process your personal information in compliance with POPI ACT.
 
To apply, please send your CV to recruitmentstp@seda.org.za.
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. 
 
Closing Date: 11 May 2023