

Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda)
Chief Executive Officer Opportunity
Company Description
The Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda), a strategic entity under South Africa’s Department of Small Business Development, drives enterprise growth through business support services. With 54 branches and 100+ incubation centers nationwide, we empower SMEs and cooperatives with advisory services, training programs, and market access facilitation.
Position Overview
Location: Gauteng
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Executive (15+ years)
Education: Minimum Honors Degree in Business/Economics/Commerce (Master’s preferred)
Core Responsibilities
- Lead organizational strategy execution aligned with National Development Plan priorities
- Oversee financial governance per Public Finance Management Act requirements
- Drive SME ecosystem collaborations with government and private sector partners
- Manage R2 billion+ asset portfolio and multi-year operational budgets
- Implement enterprise development programs across 54 national branches
Candidate Profile Requirements
Essential Qualifications:
- Postgraduate degree in Business/Commerce/Economics (NQF Level 8)
- Executive leadership experience in development finance or SME sectors
Preferred Credentials:
- MBA or Master’s in Finance/Economic Development
- Public sector experience with PFMA compliance understanding
Leadership Competencies
- Proven track record in managing 500M+ annual budgets
- Experience with national enterprise incubation programs
- Strategic partnership development with multilateral agencies
- Technology integration expertise for operational scaling
Application Process
Qualified candidates should submit applications through the official SEDA career portal. Applications must include:
- Comprehensive CV with executive achievement metrics
- Certified academic credentials
- Leadership philosophy statement (500 words)
Application Deadline: [Insert Date]
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