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Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) Vacancies – 2026

The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced South African citizens to fill various funded vacancies. These appointments support the department’s mandate to promote economic growth, strengthen MSME development, and advance employment equity in the public service.

Closing Date

06 February 2026 at 16:00
Late applications will not be accepted.

Available Vacancies

Chief Director: Sector Specific Support

  • Reference Number: CD – SSS

  • Salary: R1,494,900 per annum

  • Location: Pretoria

Minimum Requirements:

  • Senior Certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Economics, Development Studies, Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field

  • Minimum of 5 years’ senior management experience in enterprise development, supplier development, or sector-specific programmes

  • SMS Pre-Entry Programme certificate (required prior to appointment)

  • Proven leadership, strategic planning, and financial management capabilities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership for sector-specific MSME support programmes

  • Oversee policy development, implementation, and sector master plans

  • Coordinate sector interventions aligned to the District Development Model

  • Manage resources, stakeholder partnerships, and economic response initiatives

📧 Applications: recruitment8@dsbd.gov.za
📌 Email Subject: REF NO: CD – SSS

Assistant Director: Business Infrastructure (X3 Posts)

  • Reference Number: ASD B INFRA

  • Salary: R468,459 per annum

  • Location: Pretoria

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Economics, Commerce, Project Management, Property Development, or a related field

  • At least 3 years’ experience in infrastructure development, project management, or property development

  • Valid driver’s licence

  • Project Management qualification will be an added advantage

Key Responsibilities:

  • Research and map public and private sector business infrastructure

  • Support implementation of the Business Infrastructure Support (BIS) Model

  • Conduct due diligence and stakeholder consultations

  • Maintain infrastructure and property databases

📧 Applications: recruitment6@dsbd.gov.za
📌 Email Subject: REF NO: ASD B INFRA

Assistant Director: MSME Policy and Oversight

  • Reference Number: ASD: MSP&O

  • Salary: R468,459 per annum

  • Location: Pretoria

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Economics or Business Management

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in policy development or enterprise development

  • Valid driver’s licence

  • Strong research, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct policy research and comparative analysis

  • Develop MSME policy implementation guidelines

  • Coordinate policy engagements and pilot initiatives

  • Provide advisory services to relevant stakeholders

📧 Applications: recruitment5@dsbd.gov.za
📌 Email Subject: REF NO: ASD: MSP&O

Senior Events Coordinator

  • Reference Number: SEC

  • Salary: R397,116 per annum

  • Location: Pretoria

Minimum Requirements:

  • National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Communication, Marketing, Journalism, or Public Relations

  • At least 1 year experience in event coordination or marketing outreach

  • Strong planning, organisational, and communication skills

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan and manage conferences, workshops, and exhibitions

  • Coordinate event logistics, budgets, and promotional activities

  • Manage event teams and on-site execution

  • Conduct post-event evaluations and reporting

📧 Applications: recruitment7@dsbd.gov.za
📌 Email Subject: REF NO: SEC

How to Apply

Applicants must submit:

Supporting documents (certified copies of qualifications and ID) will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.

➡️ The new Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021) is available from the DPSA website.

Important Information

  • DSBD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer

  • Employment equity considerations will apply

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • If no response is received within one month after the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful

Enquiries: DSBD Recruitment Office
☎️ (012) 394-5286 / 3097

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