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SMALL ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (SEDA)
 
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INTERN BUSINESS ADVISOR 
DURATION Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract 
REPORTING TO Branch Manager 
JOB GRADE Internship Stipend 
CTC R 84 000.00 p/a 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS 
DIVISION Enterprise Development Division 
LOCATION Mpumalanga: Gert Sibande 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: 05 July 2024
 
 
 
 
 
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INFORMATION OFFICER 
DURATION Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract 
REPORTING TO Branch Manager 
JOB GRADE C1 
TOTAL CTC
Minimum R314 335.00
Midpoint R369 806.00 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS 
DIVISION EDD 
LOCATION North West: Ngaka Modiri Molema Branch 
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide business advice, training and information on Seda products and services and make referrals to relevant stakeholders 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
❖ Coordinate branch events and activities and provide support for Provincial Events
❖ Disseminate information to internal and external branch stakeholders and make relevant referrals
❖ Conduct assessments and implement interventions
❖ Coordinate and facilitate of training and information sessions
❖Maintain and update database records and marketing material 
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION
❖ Matric (NQF level 4) plus Diploma (NQF Level 5/12 months certificate) Business Management/Marketing 
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
❖ 3 – 4 years’ experience in a customer orientated environment Knowledge of small enterprise development sector
Able to demonstrate:
❖ Exposure to small enterprise development sector
❖ Events and training coordination experience
 
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS
❖ A valid South African driver’s license 
 
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: It is the organization’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). 
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). Proposed offers will be made from Minimum to Midpoint as advertised.
❖ 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 recruitmentnw@seda.org.za
Please state the position and office you are applying for in the subject line. 
 
Closing Date: 05 July 2024
 
 
 
 
 
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BUSINESS ADVISOR LEVEL 3 
DURATION Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract 
REPORTING TO Branch Manager 
JOB GRADE C5 
CTC
Minimum R 619 060.00
Midpoint R 728 306.00 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS 
DIVISION EDD - Enterprise Development Division 
LOCATION Kwazulu Natal: uMgungundlovu Branch 
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide strategic business development services primarily to developed small and medium enterprises 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
❖ Provide relevant strategic direction and business advisory services to existing small and medium enterprises.
❖ Conduct Business Diagnostics using relevant tools.
❖ Facilitate access to formal markets.
❖ Facilitate and manage small enterprise training courses and specialized seminars to potential high value start-ups and existing small and medium enterprises.
❖ Monitor and evaluate the improvement of client business position. 
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
❖ Matric (NQF Level 4) and National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Business Management/ Commerce/ Engineering/ Project Management
❖ Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in Business Management/ Commerce/ Engineering/ Project Management will be an added advantage.
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
❖ 4 – 6 year’s work experience in business advisory/ consulting/ business owner.
Able to demonstrate:
❖ Good understanding and knowledge of the small enterprise development sector. 
 
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
❖ Written and verbal communication skills
❖ Interpersonal skills
❖ Finance and business acumen
❖ Customer oriented
❖ Facilitation / presentation skills
❖ Computer literacy
❖ Analytical skills
❖ Planning & Organising skills
❖ Attention to detail
❖ Project Management skills
❖ Decision-making skills
❖ Strategic thinking and visioning
❖ Innovation
❖ Leadership skills
❖ Change Management
❖ Report writing skills
❖ Mentoring & Coaching skills
❖ Relationship building
 
 
NB: It is the organization’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). 
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). 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.
❖ 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 recruitmentkzn@seda.org.za
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. 
 
Closing Date: 05 July 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
BRANCH RECEPTIONIST 
DURATION Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract 
REPORTING TO Branch Manager 
JOB GRADE B2 
CTC
Minimum R 177 806.00
Midpoint R 209 183.00 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS 
DIVISION Enterprise Development Division 
LOCATION Joburg Branch 
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide reception services, welcome visitors/clients and maintain the reception area in a professional manner.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
❖ Provide switch board services by screening incoming calls and transferring to relevant staff in Branch Office
❖ Provide reception, administrative services and handle face-to-face enquiries from visitors
❖ Control inventory relevant to reception area and ensure the reception area is maintained in a presentable state at all times
❖ Plan and coordinate practitioner’s diaries 
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
❖ Matric
❖ Office Administration Certificate will be an advantage
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
❖ 1-2 year’s relevant work experience
Able to demonstrate:
❖ Knowledge of switchboard system
❖ Computer literacy
❖ Knowledge of Seda products and services and Seda’s role within the SMME 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: It is the organization’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). 
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 recruitmentgp@seda.org.za
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. 
 
Closing Date: 05 July 2024
 
 
 






ADMINISTRATOR: INCUBATION
DURATION Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract 
REPORTING TO Managers: Incubation 
JOB GRADE B4 
CTC
Minimum R 233 458.00
Midpoint R 274 656.00 
NO. OF INCUMBENTS 
DIVISION Seda Technology Programme
LOCATION Seda National Office 
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB
To provide effective administrative support to the Incubation Unit. 
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
❖ Coordinate Procurement and Finance functions in the Unit.
❖ Implement and maintain an effective filing system.
❖ Project Administration for the unit. 
 
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
Matric (NQF Level 4) and a Certificate (NQF Level 5) in Office Administration 
 
REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE
❖ 2-3 years’ experience preferably in office administration
❖ Well skilled in MS Office.
❖ Knowledge of accounting systems would be advantageous
❖ Understanding of financial principles
❖ Understanding of procurement principles
❖ Understanding of project management principles 
 
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: It is the organization’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). 
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). 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.
 
❖ 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 recruitmentstp@seda.org.za
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. 
 
Closing Date: 05 July 2024










BUSINESS ADVISOR LEVEL 2
DURATION Twelve (12) Months Fixed Term Contract
REPORTING TO Branch Manager
JOB GRADE C3 
TOTAL CTC 
Minimum R 431 426
Midpoint R 507 560
NO. OF INCUMBENTS 1
DIVISION Enterprise Development Division
LOCATION Free State: Xhariep Branch (Trompsburg)
 
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: It is the organization’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). 
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). Proposed offers will be made from Minimum to Midpoint as advertised.
 
 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 recruitmentfs@seda.org.za
Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line.
 
Closing Date: 04 July 2024