Divisional Manager Business Advisory (Eastern) (Ministry of Trade, Co-operative, SME and Communications)

The position purpose of the position is to support the Chief Business advisor in the formulation of work plan, review of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) policies and actively contribute to the Ministry’s work on consolidating programmes related to MSME development. The position also implements MSME related projects and programmes in the Eastern Division

Key Responsibilities

1) Ensure the service delivery of MSME Fiji in Eastern division by organizing the regional development and smooth implementation of policies for MSME development as part of the Ministry’s Operational and Strategic Plans.

2) Establish effective working relationships with strategic partners to deliver appropriate technical and professional support services to MSMEs.

3) Fully comprehend the ‘landscape’ of MSME support programmes available to enterprises in the Division. In particular, the regulatory and tax incentives, financial and technical assistance programmes and sector specific support.

4) Promote relevant support schemes provided by the Fijian Government for MSMEs across all economic sectors, to refer MSMEs and ensure they are able to access these services.

5) Ensure the regional team understands the ‘landscape’ of MSME support programmes available in the economy, to refer clients and ensure clients are able to access these services.

6) Ensure relevant business advice, training, skills and business development services are provided to MSMEs in conjunction key stakeholders in the Division.

7) Maintain an accurate record of activities and client interactions with MSMEs undertaken in the Division for improved coordination of initiatives and projects and build a continuous flow of service support for clients.

8) Actively contribute to all corporate requirements of the Ministry, including planning, budgeting and human resource activities where required.

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1) 3 to 4 years of work experience in business or project management.
2. 2) Understanding in the administration of a multifaceted development programmes with practical knowledge of community-based training and local economy development approaches.
3. 3) Experience in rural community or advisory work in the public/private sector.
4. 4) Understanding of the economic development challenges for local communities and MSMEs in particular in rural areas.
5. 5) Experience of proactive partnership working with a diverse range of organisations in economic development.
6. 6) Experience of developing and delivering economic development strategies.
7. 7) Knowledge of project/ programme management, techniques and processes.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1) Ability to work with local communities, businesses and partner organisations on economic development.
2. 2) Ability to coordinate and manage programmes effectively and within standard operating procedures.
3. 3) Ability to administer human resource activities and possess excellent command of effective written and oral communication skills.
4. 4) Strong analytical skills that can develop and support the case for funding support and interpret data and trends.
5. 5) Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
6. 6) Must have good computing skills and competent in using MS Office tools (Word, Excel, MS Project).
7. 7) Must have demonstrated intellectual capacity, drive, determination and flair in visioning and decision making.

Additional Information

All applicants for employment in the Ministry must be of good character, with a background that demonstrates their commitment to the public service values contained in the Fijian Constitution. Applicants must also be Fijian Citizens, under the age of 60 years, in sound health, with a clear police record. The selected applicant will be required to provide a medical certificate and police clearance prior to taking up duty.

Contact Information

For further information contact prem.lata@trade.gov.fj