Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 7) in International Relations / Economics / Development Studies / Social Sciences / BCom International Trade / Administration / Political Studies or equivalent / related 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
Support the implementation of the DSBD’s International Relations Strategy and Policy Framework. Provide Bilateral and Multilateral Agreements support by providing technical support during the negotiation, drafting, and review of bilateral and multilateral agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), identifying emerging trends and opportunities in regional, continental, and global platforms that benefit MSMEs and Cooperatives, develop and maintain monitoring tools to track progress, obligations, and outcomes of implemented agreements etc. Provide technical support in DSBD’s bilateral and multilateral agreements negotiations aimed at supporting MSMEs and Co- operatives development, includes but not limited to: keeping abreast of current economic and geopolitical developments, conducting research on current developments that impact on bilateral relations and multilateral engagements aimed at supporting MSMEs and Co-operatives development, identifying economic trends and developments in multilateral organisations, participating in bilateral and multilateral agreements areas of collaboration negotiations etc. 100 Identify stakeholders in government, international organisations, development agencies and diplomatic institutions, coordinate and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders to facilitate the implementation of agreements and maintain an updated database of bilateral and multilateral agreements and cooperation projects. Monitor and analyse international political, economic, and trade developments with implications for DSBD programmes. Provide advisory reports on risks, opportunities, and strategic positioning for MSMEs and Cooperatives in global markets. Communicate with stakeholders, clients, management & colleagues: Written, Verbal, and formal presentations/workshops/information sessions.
Salary
R468 459 per annum
Apply before 21 November 2025
How to Apply:
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. CLOSING DATE : 21 November 2025 at 16h00. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.