OFFICER: REGIONAL AND LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION – 07 November 2026

DEPARTMENT OF SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
The Department of Small Business Development is an equal opportunity & affirmative action employer. It
is the DSBD’s intention to promote representativity (race, gender, youth & disability). The candidature of
persons whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representativity will receive preference

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by email to the relevant email and by quoting
the relevant reference number provided on the subject line. Acceptable formats
for submission of documents are limited to MS Word, PDF. Candidates must
submit applications to recruitment9@dsbd.gov.za and quote the reference
number for the above-mentioned position in the subject line (email) when
applying i.e. “REF NO: ORLEDC”

CLOSING DATE : 20 November 2026 at 16h00. Applications received after the closing date will
not be considered.

NOTE : Applications must quote the relevant reference number and consist of: A fully
completed and signed Z83 form and a recent comprehensive CV. Submission
of copies of qualifications, Identity document, and any other relevant
documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All non-SA citizens will
be required to submit proof of permanent residence in South Africa when
shortlisted. Personnel suitability checks will be done during the selection
process. Applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their
social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted
candidates only. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing
date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. In the pursuit of diversity and redress and appointment will be in
line with the DSBD EE Plan. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall
undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion
in the interview process. The successful candidate will be required to sign a
performance agreement within 3 months of appointment, as well as completing
a financial interest’s declaration form within one month of appointment and
annually thereafter. The Department reserves the rights not to fill or withdraw
any advertised post. Note: a new application for employment (Z83) form is
applicable from 01 January 2021. The new form can be downloaded online at
http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp

POST 40/113 : OFFICER: REGIONAL AND LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
COORDINATION REF NO: ORLEDC (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R413 001 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Social Sciences, Economics, Development
Finance, Commerce, Business Management, Business Administration, Local
Economic Development, or an equivalent / related qualification as recognised
by SAQA. A qualification with exposure to research methods, data analysis,
public policy, entrepreneurship, MSME development or local economic
development will be an added advantage. Minimum of 1-year administrative,
research, coordination or programme support experience in economic
development, regional or local government, small business development,
development finance, public sector or stakeholder coordination environment.
Job related knowledge: basic knowledge of the small business development
ecosystem, including MSMEs, cooperatives and informal enterprises. Basic
knowledge of Local Economic Development policy frameworks, Integrated
Development Plans and the District Development Model. Basic understanding
of enterprise development, development finance, business support
instruments and referral mechanisms. Basic knowledge of research, data
collection, monitoring, reporting and evidence-based decision-making.
Awareness of digital information management, POPIA, ICT security and public
sector administrative processes. Job related skills: Research and basic policy
analysis. Data collection, validation, analysis and interpretation. Report writing,
briefing notes and presentation preparation. Stakeholder engagement and
coordination across national, provincial and local structures. Digital record
keeping, electronic document management and use of reporting systems.
Basic project coordination, problem solving and service delivery innovation.
Job competencies: Communication, including clear written submissions and
verbal presentations. Data collection, accuracy, quality assurance and
attention to detail. Basic project and programme coordination. Analytical
thinking, problem solving and continuous improvement. Stakeholder
engagement, coordination and service orientation. Digital record keeping,
information management and responsible handling of data. Adaptability,
learning orientation and service delivery innovation. Additional: Computer
literacy, including MS Office packages, electronic document management,
spreadsheets, presentation tools and digital collaboration platforms. Driver’s
licence will be considered an added advantage.

DUTIES : Research and Data Support: Conduct desktop and primary research using
digital research tools and data sources to support regional and local economic
development initiatives. Capture, update and validate research data in
electronic databases and digital repositories. Assist with basic data analysis
and preparation of digital reports, summaries and presentations. Support the
ongoing monitoring of trends, challenges and opportunities affecting MSMEs,
cooperatives and local economies. Policy, Strategy and Programme Support:
Contribute to the development and updating of digitally stored policies,
standard operating procedures (SOPs), templates and guidelines. Maintain
and update electronic knowledge repositories and databases related to local
government, regional development and MSME support. Assist in ensuring that
information is accurate, accessible and consistently stored across systems.
Coordination of Business Support Services: Assist in coordinating access to
financial and non-financial business support programmes using digital tracking
tools and reporting systems. Support referrals and stakeholder interactions
through email, online platforms and digital communication channels. Update
records of support interventions and engagements on internal digital systems.
Monitoring, Reporting and Information Management: Assist with the monitoring
of programme implementation using standardised digital reporting templates.
Compile progress reports, status updates and submissions using electronic
systems. Ensure timely capturing and updating of implementation data to
support performance reporting. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement:
Draft correspondence, reports, presentations and submissions using digital
tools and document management systems. Support virtual and hybrid
meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagements, including: Electronic
distribution of documents, Digital minute-taking and record keeping, Share
approved information through electronic channels to support coordination and
compliance. Administrative Support: Provide administrative support using
digital workflows, including electronic filing and document management.
Updating digital logs and registers. Scheduling meetings using online
calendars. Support the business unit in reducing paper-based processes by
adhering to digital -irst administrative practices.

ENQUIRIES : Enquiries for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office
Tel No: (012) 394-5286/43097
NOTE : The Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of
diversity and redress, and appointment will be in line with the DSBD EE Plan.

We wish you all the best with your applications