The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) has advertised vacancies in DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026.
The advertisement includes opportunities for an Assistant Director: Market Access Support, Administrator and Food Service Aid. The advertised positions are based in Pretoria.
The stated closing date is 11 September 2026 at 16:00. Applications must be submitted by email to the relevant recruitment address, using the reference number for the selected post in the email subject line.
Important: This page is an independent summary and application guide. Always check the official government advertisement before submitting an application because vacancies can be amended, withdrawn or otherwise updated.
Published: 28 August 2026
Last checked: 3 September 2026
Last updated: 3 September 2026
Closing date: 11 September 2026 at 16:00
Download the Department of Small Business Development Circular 31 of 2026 PDF
[DOWNLOAD OFFICIAL DSBD VACANCY PDF]
The official vacancy advertisement should be used to verify the complete requirements and application instructions before applying.
Official PDF:
https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/vacancies/2026/31/m.pdf
The DPSA’s official Circular 31 page identifies the circular as Circular 31 of 2026, published on 28 August 2026, and lists the Department of Small Business Development among the national departments.
Vacancy Status
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Small Business Development |
| Circular | DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026 |
| Published | 28 August 2026 |
| Last checked | 3 September 2026 |
| Last updated | 3 September 2026 |
| Closing date | 11 September 2026 at 16:00 |
| Advertisement status | Open as last checked on 3 September 2026 |
| Amended advertisement | No amendment identified in the official material reviewed as of 3 September 2026 |
| Withdrawal | No withdrawal identified in the official material reviewed as of 3 September 2026 |
| Application method | |
| Employment type | Public Service employment |
| Location | Pretoria |
| Number of vacancy types | 3 |
| Administrator posts | 3 |
| Official source | DPSA / Department of Small Business Development |
The supplied advertisement states that applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Status note: “Open” reflects the status based on the material reviewed on 3 September 2026. Applicants should check the official source again before submitting an application.
Vacancy Summary
| Vacancy | Reference | Posts | Salary | Location | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director: Market Access Support | ASD MAS | 1 | R487,197 p/a | Pretoria | 11 September 2026 |
| Administrator | ADMIN | 3 | R280,278 p/a | Pretoria | 11 September 2026 |
| Food Service Aid | FSA | 1 | R170,226 p/a | Pretoria | 11 September 2026 |
The vacancy titles, reference numbers, salaries and centres are taken from the supplied DSBD advertisement.
Table of Contents
- Department of Small Business Development Vacancies
- Download Circular 31 PDF
- Vacancy Status
- Vacancy Summary
- Assistant Director: Market Access Support
- Administrator
- Food Service Aid
- General Application Requirements
- What the Requirements Mean
- Who Should Apply?
- Who Should Not Apply?
- How to Apply
- Application Checklist
- Common Application Mistakes
- Editorial Review
- Official Source
- Frequently Asked Questions
- About DPSACircular.co.za
- About the Author
- Disclaimer
Department of Small Business Development Vacancies 2026
The Department of Small Business Development advertisement appears as Annexure M in the supplied Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 material. The department states that it is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and that it seeks to promote representativity in terms of race, gender, youth and disability.
The three advertised vacancy types are:
- Assistant Director: Market Access Support
- Administrator
- Food Service Aid
1. Assistant Director: Market Access Support
Post: 31/69
Reference number: ASD MAS
Salary: R487,197 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Requirements
Applicants require a Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 in Economics, Business Management, Development Studies, Development Finance, Retail Business Management or an equivalent/related qualification recognised by SAQA.
The advertisement also requires a minimum of three years’ experience at Functional Specialist level in Enterprise Development, Supplier Development, Market Access Support, Value Chain Environment or related fields.
The advertisement further identifies knowledge areas including:
- Market access and enterprise development principles
- Public Procurement Act, 2024
- National Small Enterprise Act
- MSME development ecosystem
- Small enterprise development policies and programmes
- Preferential Procurement Framework
- Government planning, monitoring and reporting frameworks
- Public-sector governance and accountability
- Monitoring, evaluation and performance information management
Additional skills and requirements
The advertisement lists:
- Project and programme management
- Research and analysis
- Report writing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Partnership management
- Planning and coordination
- Communication and presentation
- Statistical analysis
- Service Delivery Innovation
- Client orientation and customer focus
- MS Office 365 computer literacy
- Relevant postgraduate qualification
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties
The role includes researching products, industries, market requirements, trends, digital-commerce opportunities and sector performance.
The successful candidate will also support market opportunities and linkages for small enterprises, develop methods for connecting enterprises to domestic markets, support digital enterprise initiatives and prepare reports, presentations, correspondence and policy submissions.
How to Apply
Applications must be sent to:
Use the following reference in the email subject line:
REF NO: ASD MAS
2. Administrator
Post: 31/70
Reference number: ADMIN
Number of posts: 3
Salary: R280,278 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Requirements
Applicants require:
- National Senior Certificate or equivalent
- NQF Level 6 Diploma/Advanced Certificate in Business Studies, Development Studies, Public Management or an equivalent/related qualification recognised by SAQA
- Minimum of one year of administrative experience
The advertisement also identifies knowledge and competency requirements covering public-service legislation, office administration, records management, digital collaboration platforms, planning, organisation, independent working, service delivery, attention to detail and accountability.
MS Office 365 computer literacy is also required.
Duties
Administrator responsibilities include providing administrative support, coordinating meetings, managing diaries and correspondence, maintaining records, assisting with procurement and travel arrangements, supporting data capturing and reporting, and assisting with frontline service activities.
The position also involves research support, information gathering, preparing routine reports and applying approved policies and procedures.
How to Apply
Applications must be sent to:
Email subject:
REF NO: ADMIN
The advertisement states that preference will be given to persons with a disability and youth in line with the department’s employment equity plan.
3. Food Service Aid
Post: 31/71
Reference number: FSA
Salary: R170,226 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Requirements
The advertised minimum requirement is NQF Level 1 or 2, including an ABET Level 2 certificate or equivalent.
The advertisement lists the following skills:
- Ability to read and write
- Basic food preparation knowledge
- Basic hygiene principles
- Ability to operate food-service equipment
- Interpersonal skills
Duties
The position includes cleaning and maintaining kitchen utensils and equipment, preparing food and beverages, supporting catering activities, confirming boardroom bookings, serving food and beverages, managing food supplies, reporting waste and losses, maintaining quality-control measures and following hygiene and safety procedures.
How to Apply
Applications must be sent to:
Email subject:
REF NO: FSA
General Application Requirements
The Department of Small Business Development provides several instructions applicable to these advertised vacancies.
Applications must:
- Be submitted to the relevant email address.
- Quote the relevant reference number in the email subject line.
- Use MS Word or PDF format for submitted documents.
- Include a fully completed and signed Z83 form.
- Include a recent comprehensive CV.
The advertisement states that copies of qualifications, identity documents and other relevant documents are limited to shortlisted candidates. Non-South African citizens will be required to provide proof of permanent residence when shortlisted.
The department also states that personnel suitability checks may be conducted and that applicants may be required to provide consent for access to social-media accounts.
Correspondence is limited to shortlisted candidates. If an applicant has not been contacted within one month after the closing date, the department says the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.
What the Requirements Mean
Qualification
A qualification requirement means your qualification should meet the level and field specified for the particular post.
Experience
Where the advertisement specifies experience, applicants should assess whether their previous work experience actually relates to the required area.
Functional Specialist Level
The Assistant Director vacancy specifically requires three years’ experience at Functional Specialist level in the relevant areas.
NQF Level
The NQF level is part of the advertised minimum qualification requirement. Applicants should check their qualification against the level and subject area stated in the advertisement.
Computer Literacy
For the applicable posts, the advertisement specifically refers to MS Office 365 Packages.
Driver’s Licence
A valid driver’s licence is listed as an additional requirement for the Assistant Director: Market Access Support position.
Who Should Apply?
You should consider applying if you meet the advertised minimum requirements for the specific position.
This includes:
- Having the required qualification.
- Meeting the required experience.
- Having the relevant skills and competencies.
- Preparing the required Z83 and CV.
- Using the correct application email address.
- Using the correct reference number.
- Submitting before the closing time.
Applicants should assess each vacancy separately because the qualification, experience and skills requirements differ.
Who Should Not Apply?
You should not apply for a particular vacancy if you clearly do not meet its stated minimum requirements.
For example:
- An applicant without the required degree and relevant experience should not assume that they qualify for the Assistant Director post.
- An applicant without the specified qualification and administrative experience should reconsider applying for Administrator.
- An applicant who does not meet the stated NQF requirement should reconsider applying for Food Service Aid.
- Applicants should not submit after the stated deadline.
- Applicants should not use the wrong reference number or application email.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee appointment.
How to Apply
Step 1: Select the vacancy
Check the position title and reference number carefully.
Step 2: Check the requirements
Make sure you meet the qualification and experience requirements before preparing the application.
Step 3: Complete the Z83
Use the applicable Z83 form and ensure it is fully completed and signed.
Step 4: Update your CV
Prepare a recent and comprehensive CV containing accurate information.
Step 5: Check the email address
Use the email address specified for the particular vacancy.
Step 6: Use the correct subject line
The reference number should appear in the email subject line.
Step 7: Submit before the deadline
The closing date is:
11 September 2026 at 16:00
Late applications will not be considered.
Application Checklist
Before submitting your application:
- I selected the correct vacancy.
- I checked the reference number.
- I meet the advertised qualification requirement.
- I meet the advertised experience requirement.
- My CV is current.
- My Z83 is fully completed.
- My Z83 is signed.
- I am using the correct email address.
- I used the correct reference number in the subject line.
- My attachments are in an accepted format.
- I checked the application before sending.
- I submitted before 16:00 on 11 September 2026.
- I retained proof of submission.
- I reviewed the official advertisement.
Common Application Mistakes
Applying for the wrong post
Check the post number, title and reference number before sending your application.
Using the wrong email address
Each of the three vacancy types has a different recruitment email address.
Forgetting the reference number
The department specifically requires the relevant reference number in the email subject line.
Sending an incomplete Z83
The advertisement requires a fully completed and signed Z83.
Missing the closing time
The closing date is 11 September 2026 at 16:00.
Providing inaccurate information
Your CV and application information should be truthful and consistent.
Ignoring the official advertisement
Use this article as an information and application guide, but verify the final requirements against the official government advertisement before applying.
Editorial Review
DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the vacancy details against the supplied official government advertisement. Our review focused on the advertised positions, reference numbers, salary information, qualification requirements, experience requirements, closing date and application instructions. Readers should use the official advertisement as the final source before submitting an application.
The supplied advertisement was reviewed for the three advertised vacancy types, including the post numbers, salaries, centres, requirements and application email addresses.
This page is an original summary and does not reproduce the official vacancy advertisement in full.
Official Source
The primary source for the circular is the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) and the relevant Department of Small Business Development advertisement.
Official DPSA Circular 31 of 2026:
https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/circular-31-of-2026/
Official DSBD vacancy PDF:
https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/vacancies/2026/31/m.pdf
Applicants should verify the vacancy against the official government source before submitting an application.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What vacancies are available at the Department of Small Business Development?
Circular 31 of 2026 contains advertisements for Assistant Director: Market Access Support, Administrator and Food Service Aid.
2. When does the DSBD advertisement close?
The stated closing date is 11 September 2026 at 16:00.
3. Where are the DSBD vacancies located?
The advertised centre for all three vacancy types is Pretoria.
4. How many Administrator posts are available?
There are three Administrator posts advertised.
5. What is the Assistant Director salary?
The advertised salary is R487,197 per annum.
6. What is the Administrator salary?
The advertised salary is R280,278 per annum.
7. What is the Food Service Aid salary?
The advertised salary is R170,226 per annum.
8. What qualification is required for Assistant Director?
A Bachelor’s Degree at NQF Level 7 in one of the specified fields, or an equivalent/related recognised qualification, is required.
9. How much experience does Assistant Director require?
The advertisement requires at least three years’ experience at Functional Specialist level in relevant fields.
10. What qualification is required for Administrator?
The advertisement requires a National Senior Certificate or equivalent and an NQF Level 6 Diploma/Advanced Certificate in the specified or related fields.
11. How much experience does Administrator require?
A minimum of one year of administrative experience is required.
12. What qualification is required for Food Service Aid?
The advertised requirement is NQF Level 1 or 2, including an ABET Level 2 certificate or equivalent.
13. Where should Assistant Director applications be sent?
Applications should be sent to recruitment4@dsbd.gov.za.
14. What should I put in the Assistant Director email subject?
Use REF NO: ASD MAS.
15. Where should Administrator applications be sent?
Applications should be sent to recruitment7@dsbd.gov.za.
16. What should I put in the Administrator email subject?
Use REF NO: ADMIN.
17. Where should Food Service Aid applications be sent?
Applications should be sent to recruitment9@dsbd.gov.za.
18. What should I put in the Food Service Aid email subject?
Use REF NO: FSA.
19. Do I need a Z83 form?
Yes. The advertisement requires a fully completed and signed Z83 together with a recent comprehensive CV.
20. Do I need to send copies of my qualifications immediately?
The advertisement states that copies of qualifications, identity documents and other relevant documents are limited to shortlisted candidates.
About the Author
Godwin Samuel
Godwin Samuel is the founder and publisher of DPSACircular.co.za, an independent South African government-job information and application guidance website.
His publishing work focuses on making public-sector vacancy information easier to understand, including DPSA circulars, government vacancies, application requirements and career opportunities.
The website’s editorial approach is to provide original summaries and practical application guidance while directing readers to the relevant official government source.
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Last updated: 3 September 2026.
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