Senior Manager

JOB PROFILE JOB TITLE Senior Manager: Incubation DURATION Twenty-Four (24) Months Fixed Term Contract REPORTING TO Executive Manager: Seda Technology Programme (STP) JOB GRADE D4 Minimum Midpoint R 1 028 091 R 1 209 519 NO. OF INCUMBENTS 1 DIVISION Seda Technology Programme LOCATION National Office MAIN PURPOSE OF THEJOB To proactively drive and lead the establishment, development and promotion of sustainable, innovative technology-based platforms that will contribute to the country’s economic growth as well as achievement of Seda strategic objectives. KEY PERFORMANCEAREAS Formulate and manage the implementation of Incubation strategy and operational plan in line with Seda strategy. Direct and guide the development of Provincial and Sectoral needs assessments and business cases for establishment and expansion of Incubation network. Direct and guide the development and implementation of interventions and support services to optimize and enhance the delivery capacity of technology business centers. Foster networking and effective linkages with various stakeholders in the small enterprise support arena. Monitor, evaluate and report on the Incubation and Technology Business Centers performance. Assure the embedding of risks, compliance and quality improvement in all Incubation business processes and systems. Manage Business Unit resources (finance, assets and people). REQUIRED MINIMUMQUALIFICATION Matric (NQF Level 4) and a Bachelor Degree plus Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) or Post Graduate Diploma (NQF Level 8) in Commerce/Science/Technology or Engineering disciplines. Master’s Degree (NQF Level 9) as added advantage. REQUIRED MINIMUMWORK EXPERIENCE 8 - 10 year’s work experience in Incubation, Enterprise Development and Technology Transfer of which 5 years’ experience should have been in Managerial role. Direct experience in SMME programmes and / or related development. End – to – End understanding of business processes to enable all SMME programmes at Seda. Knowledge of all government Small Enterprise Support Strategy and Programmes . Successful track record in the implementation of the business strategy and related policies. Understanding of operations, finance and support functions. Experience in managing transformation and change processes. Knowledge and experience of stakeholder management and partnerships. CRITICAL COMPETENCIES Strategic Capability Managing a Team Coaching & Mentoring Change Management Policy Development & Adherence Political Awareness Advisory Service Communication Stakeholder Engagement Analytical Business Acumen Problem-Solving & Decision-Making Planning & Organising Monitoring & Evaluation Performance Driven Team Work Adaptability & Flexibility Policy Adherence Negotiation To apply, please send your CV to Please state the position you are applying for in the subject line. NB: It is the organization’s intention to promote equity and representativity 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). To ensure compliance and successful implementation of the EE 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 including competency assessments. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, and if you have not heard from us within three (3) months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful. Proposed offers will be made from Minimum to Midpoint as advertised. #J-18808-Ljbffr