ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MARKET ACCESS SUPPORT

Department of Small Business Development

Reference number: ASD MAS
Salary: R487 197 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Economics / Business Management / Development Studies / Development Finance/ Retail Business Management/ or equivalent / related as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience at a Functional Specialist level in Enterprise Development / Supplier Development / Market Access Support/ Value Chain Environment and related fields. Knowledge of Market access and enterprise development principles, Sound knowledge of the Public Procurement Act, 2024 (Act No. 28 of 2024), Understanding of the National Small Enterprise Act and the MSME development ecosystem, knowledge of small enterprise development policies and programmes, understanding of the Preferential Procurement Framework, knowledge of government planning, monitoring and reporting frameworks, understanding of public sector governance and accountability frameworks and Knowledge of monitoring, evaluation and performance information management. The candidate must possess the following skills and competencies: Project and programme management, Research, analysis and report writing, Stakeholder engagement and partnership management, Planning, organising and coordination, Communication and Presentation skills, Research, Statistical analysis. Service Delivery Innovation, Client orientation and customer focus. Additional requirements include computer literacy (MS Office 365 Packages), Post graduate qualification in Economics / Business Management / Development Studies / Development Finance/ Retail Business Management/ equivalent or related qualifications as recognised by SQA and a valid driver’s licence.

Duties

Conduct research and feasibility assessments on products, industries, market requirements, trends, digital commerce opportunities, and sector performance to identify viable growth, diversification, value-addition, and new business opportunities for MSMEs. Provide advice to small enterprises in respect of market opportunities, marketing information and market linkages. Develop methods and models to link small enterprises to domestic markets. Support the development and implementation of systems, platforms, and applications that connect small enterprises with market opportunities. Design and implement localisation and digital enterprise development initiatives, including enterprise networks, digital technologies, and market participation systems, to enhance local production, productivity, competitiveness, and market access for small enterprises. Draft correspondence, reports, presentations, and policy submissions; provide technical advice and stakeholder presentations; and support awareness and capacity-building initiatives to promote MSME growth, market access, and participation in the digital economy.

Where to send your application

The Department of Small Business Development is committed to the pursuit of diversity and redress. Candidates must submit applications to recruitment4@dsbd.gov.za and quote the reference number for the abovementioned position on the subject line (email) when applying, i.e. “REF NO: ASD MAS”

Enquiries

Enquiries for all advertised posts should be directed to the recruitment office on Tel No: (012) 394-5286/43097

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 28 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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