Ministry of Women Affairs, Gender and Community Development Vacancy - Ministry of Women Affairs, Gender and Community Development

Director, Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperatives

Position Overview

Contribute to the formulation, implementation and review of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises policies, strategies and programmes in line with the Ministry’s strategic plan and national development aspirations; Develop an enabling legal and regulatory framework for Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises(SMEs); Develop projects to support Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperatives Development.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the formulation, implementation and review of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises policies, strategies and programmes in line with the Ministry’s strategic plan and national development aspirations
Develop an enabling legal and regulatory framework for Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises(SMEs)
Develop projects to support Small and Medium Enterprises and Cooperatives Development
Promote interests of SMEs especially in bilateral, regional and international trade and investment agreements
Facilitate access to markets through participation at local, regional and international fairs, exhibitions and expos
Develop and manage systems that strengthen enterprise culture through encouraging initiative, creativity, productivity, quality and decent work
Oversee the provision of incentives and linkages that promote growth of cooperatives and SMEs
Provide advice on the proper utilisation, accounting and management of the funds of Cooperatives and SMEs development
Facilitate access to workspace, technology and other enablers to cooperatives and SMEs to enhance optimal productivity
Coordinate entrepreneurship, business management and technical training to Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)
Manage programmes and initiatives for the mobilisation of resources from development partners and other stakeholders to promote cooperative and small and medium enterprises development
Develop and manage an updated database on cooperatives and small and medium enterprises projects and programmes
Supervise, coach and counsel subordinates

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies/ Administration/Economics or equivalent
A relevant Masters degree will be an added advantage
At least eight (8) years relevant experience in cooperatives, small and medium enterprises development, of which two (2) must be at Deputy Director Level
A thorough understanding of cooperative and small and medium enterprises development issues
Sound knowledge of current National Development Policies, Programmes and Priorities.

Skills

Extensive research and analytical skills
Team building skills
Strong leadership skills
Ability to work effectively at all levels in the organization
A high degree of self-discipline, maturity, initiative and creativity
Ability to communicate and network with a broad spectrum of stakeholders
Ability to employ information communication technology in the design, deployment and monitoring of cooperative and small and medium enterprises development programmes.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health insurance coverage.
Flexible work hours.
Professional development opportunities.
Fun team outings and events.