There are many ways in which you can give back to your community, one of which is by applying for government jobs. Through these SEDA vacancies, you will even have the opportunity to make real changes, especially for small businesses, women and young people across the country.
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Although there is a huge gap between the private sector and public interest salaries, public interest jobs offer a number of key advantages over private practice.
For example, some people enter this field with the hope of extending the public good.
Helping the underserved can provide a feeling of personal satisfaction and accomplishment that you may not get by defending the big companies in the private sector.
In other words, public sector jobs allow you to achieve better goals beyond earning a paycheck, such as working to effect social change, supporting a cause of public importance, or providing equal access to the economy for poor people.
To achieve this, you should consider joining SEDA.
As one of the government-established organisations under the direct management of the Department of Small Business Development, SEDA offers you countless opportunities.
About SEDA
The Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA) is an agency of the Department of Small Business Development. SEDA was established in December 2004, through the National Small Business Amendment Act, Act 29 of 2004.
It is mandated to:
- Implement government’s small business strategy;
- Design and implement a standard and common national delivery network for small enterprise development; and
- Integrate government-funded small enterprise support agencies across all tiers of government.
SEDA’s mission is to develop, support and promote small enterprises throughout the country, ensuring their growth and sustainability in coordination and partnership with various role players, including global partners, who make international best practices available to local entrepreneurs.
It has by far the biggest network of offices in the country, with 53 branches including 46 co-location points.
SEDA has a presence in some townships and rural areas and has programmes targeting youth and women.
It supports 99 Technology Incubation Centres across the country, affording start-ups and new disruptive innovations a well-equipped and protected environment in which to develop and grow for a period of three years.
Why Work at SEDA
- Paid vacation and sick days
- Good health insurance
- Competitive salaries
- Opportunity to participate in government pension and retirement plans
- Rewarding careers
List of SEDA Vacancies
The following is a list of SEDA vacancies that are valid at the time this article was published.
We will announce all updates regarding the positions covered in the following list from time to time.
Hence, feel free to bookmark this article and come back later to read the latest information from the following SEDA vacancies.
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Below are the positions that SEDA is currently looking for:
1. Intern: Stakeholder Management
This position is offered on a twelve-month contract.
The main purpose of the job is to provide support to the Stakeholder Management or PR & Media Unit.
As an intern, the successful candidate will have to do the following tasks:
- Assist with development and publishing content for a wide range of digital communication channels, e.g. websites, video feeds, organisational publications, and social media platforms;
- Provide internal Communications Support; and
- Provide Stakeholder Management Support.
Although no work experience is required to fill the vacant spot, all candidates are expected to meet the following required minimum education:
- Matric (NQF Level 4) plus National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Public Relations or Journalism or Marketing or Communications studies; or
- Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Public Relations or Journalism or Marketing or Communication studies.
2. Intern: Multi-Media Productions
A brilliant individual is needed to fill the vacant position as an intern in multi-media production.
Its main responsibilities include developing and designing materials for events and marketing campaigns including motion graphics and animations, advertisements, publications and websites.
Candidates are expected to have previous work experience. To be qualified, applicants also must have obtained a Matric (NQF Level 4) and a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Graphic Design and Web Design or Web Administration or Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Graphic Design and Web Design or Web Administration with working knowledge of the elements below:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe In-Design
- Adobe Animate
- Adobe After Effects
- JavaScript
- jQuery
- HTML 5
- CSS
3. Intern: Audio-Visual Media Productions
A vacancy for an intern in Audio-Visual Media Productions exists in the current SEDA vacancies.
The main objective of the work is to capture and edit video materials as well as take pictures to promote SEDA’s offerings, services and activities on various media platforms.
Additionally, he/she is also responsible for the following performance areas:
- Production of SEDA videos;
- Capturing of SEDA photos and production of photo slide shows; and
- Assisting the Corporate Communications and Marketing team with general marketing tasks if needed.
To apply, please provide the following minimum qualifications:
- Matric (NQF Level 4) and a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Videography or Video Editing and Photography;
- Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Videography or Video Editing and Photography;
- Computer literacy; and
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of all elements of video production and photography.
How to Apply for SEDA Vacancies
To apply to any of the SEDA vacancies listed above, you must send your latest CV to recruitmentceo@seda.org.za.
Please remember to state the position and office for which you are applying for the subject line.
Submit your applications before 13 July 2021.
The appointment of candidates is subject to the verification of all their credentials (educational, financial, criminal and any other checks as may be necessary).
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Hence, if you have not heard from the SEDA recruitment team within three months of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.
While you’re at it, why don’t you consider applying to other government internships?
Apart from broadening your knowledge of public service jobs, it will also be a great opportunity to boost your CV.