ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS – MARKET OPPORTUNITIES
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in International Relations / Economics / Development Studies or equivalent/related qualification as recognised by SAQA. 3 years’ relevant experience in International Relations / Intergovernmental Relations / International Market Access Support Environment. Training in MS Office packages. Have competencies in: Communication (verbal and written), Programme and Project Management, Client orientation and customer focus, Change Management, Problem solving and analysis, Research, Diplomacy, Stakeholder relations and Service Delivery Innovation.
Duties
Assist with the implementation of the Department of Small Business Development’s international relations strategy and policy framework. Provide international market access support services to benefit SMMEs and Cooperatives inclusive of but not limited to: providing technical support towards outward missions. Identify export development stakeholders, coordinate, and maintain relationships with various stakeholders within the Value Chain & Market Support as it relates to market opportunities, respond to enquiries from stakeholders (outward investment agencies and institutions) etc. Assess international trends (socio-economic and geopolitical) and advise and report on their impact on the department’s international relations strategy. Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal, and formal presentations / workshops / information sessions.
Applications
Candidates must submit applications to [email protected] and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying i.e “