Pretoria: Business Development Officer

About the role The Business Development Officer will be responsible for providing business development support and financial administration for start-ups within the Business Development Support Unit. The role requires close collaboration with start-ups, partners, and internal stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations and ensure effective support services. The Intern will work under the supervision of the Business Development Manager. Responsibilities Provide overall administrative support for the Business Development Support Unit. Handle and respond to email inquiries. Assist with the coordination of events and training sessions for start-ups. Support in scheduling meetings with start-ups, partners and stakeholders. Evaluate online applications for the business incubation programme. Provide relevant business advisory services and information to start-ups. Conduct business assessments for incubated start-ups. Administer and compile monthly and quarterly reports. Assist start-ups with financial administration, including management accounts/finances. Support programme management activities. In collaboration with Marketing and Communications, ensure that credible success stories are published with start-ups profiled. Participate in events, meetings, workshops and conferences. Ensuring strong stakeholder relationship. Minimum Requirements South African Unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34. Must not have participated on the YES programme before. Matric. Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship or a related field will be an added advantage. Key Competencies: Strong interpersonal and networking abilities. Problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong attention to detail. Excellent communication, writing, and presentation skills. Adaptability and willingness to learn. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Effective listening and business development support skills. Basic knowledge of financial administration and management. Ability to work under supervision and collaborate with a team.