Position Announcement: Officer: International Relations
Reference Number: OIRS
Department: Department of Small Business Development
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R376,413 per annum
Requirements:
- National Diploma (NQF 6) in International Relations, Political Science, Business Management, Development Studies, or a related qualification recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of 1 year of administrative work experience in the field of regional/international cooperation focusing on SMME issues.
- In-depth understanding of South Africa’s foreign policy.
- Good knowledge of international politics, diplomacy, and regional and global SMME and cooperative economic issues.
- Proficiency in MS Office Packages, Protocol, and Project Management.
- A valid driver’s license and confidential security clearance will be considered advantageous.
- Competencies required include:
- Basic Communication (Verbal and Written)
- Basic Policy Development
- Basic Policy Analysis and Application
- Basic Coordination and Facilitation
- Basic Creative Thinking
- Basic Stakeholder Management
- Basic Report Writing
- Basic Programme and Project Management
- Basic Research and Statistical Analysis
Duties:
- Coordinate information requests from SMMEs, cooperatives, and emerging exporters concerning international relations and developmental interventions.
- Gather and develop country profiles based on relevant information.
- Conduct desktop research and statistical analysis on South Africa’s trade and diplomatic positions in relation to other countries.
- Track progress of action plans as outlined in back-to-office reports (BTORs).
- Coordinate stakeholder engagements locally and internationally.
- Maintain a database of international donors, multilateral and bilateral agreements, and SMME-related programs implemented across different government spheres.
- Provide general administrative support to the business unit, including minute-taking, reporting, and documentation.
- Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management, and colleagues through written and verbal means, including formal presentations, workshops, and information sessions.
Equal Opportunity:
The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The DSBD aims to promote representativity concerning race, gender, youth, and disability. Candidates whose appointment will enhance representativity will be given preference.
Enquiries: For all advertised posts, please contact the recruitment office at Tel No: (012) 394-5286/43097.
Application Process: Candidates must submit applications via email to recruitment7@dsbd.gov.za. Please ensure to quote the reference number (REF NO: OIRS) in the subject line when applying. Applications must be in MS Word or PDF format.
Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 24 January 2025 at 16h00. Late applications will not be considered.
Join the Department of Small Business Development and be part of our commitment to diversity and redress!