20/03/2026
Development Facilitators Recruitment in Eastern Cape
1. ABOUT THE JOB:
The Small Enterprise Foundation (SEF) is a not for profit, pro poor microfinance institution that works towards the elimination of poverty by creating a supportive environment where credit and savings services foster sustainable income generation, job creation and social empowerment. SEF was first established in Limpopo, the poorest province at the time, and later as it grew, it expanded to 5 other provinces in the country. We are serving over 184,163 clients and 99% of our clients are women.
SEF is looking to fill Development Facilitator (DF) position/s specifically in the Eastern Cape region only. The recruitment criteria are listed below, and selected candidates will undergo three different types of screening. There will be training that consists of an induction for two weeks and three (3) phase trainings. The first phase will be for six weeks. and the second and third phases will be for eight weeks each. In total, training will take six months to complete.
2. Potential candidates should possess a mix of the following requirements:
a. Minimum grade 12 certificate or NQF Level 4 or N3 with two languages.
b. Subjects required in Information Technology (IT), Civil Engineering, Computer Technology, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geography, Mathematics (not Maths literacy), Economics, Physical Science, Accounting, Business Studies (with a minimum of a 40% pass mark).
c. IT literate and/or Computer Skills.
d. Qualifications required, National Diploma or Degree.
e. Fluency in English and at least two other official languages.
f. Passion for and commitment to poverty alleviation.
g. Enthusiastic, resourceful, motivated, self-starter, fast learner.
h. Strong Mathematical, Communication skills and interpersonal skills.
i. Ability to show empathy to clients in need.
j. Critical and Analytical thinking skills.
k. Open-minded, culturally sensitive, and eager to learn and contribute.
l. Candidates must be 21 years and older but not more than 55 years.
3. Responsibilities
a. Achieve Key Performance Areas identified for implementation in your designated area.
b. Strict adherence to all policies and procedures.
c. Implementing of assigned projects by the Research and Development (R & D) Department.
d. Contribute to reflection, learning and innovation for the branch.
e. Ensure groups are formed according to the set standard through the proper application of Participatory Wealth Ranking (PWR) system.
f. Ensure that centres are formed, and new groups are introduced to the centre.
g. Ensure that newly formed centres and groups are trained according to the set standard.
h. Ensure that all members receive their loans on the due date.
i. Ensure that all groups repay their loans on time and that the repayments are deposited on that day.
j. Ensure that there are no fraud related matters within groups and clients.
k. To accurately maintain administration e.g. debtors card, repayment schedule, weekly plan and every document as requested by the branch manager.
l. Ensure that all complaints from clients are dealt with accordingly.
m. To maintain good relationship, trust and confidence with clients.
n. Retention of clients.
o. Training of assigned DF trainees.
4. Application process:
a. Applicants are required to bring a pen, a copy of their CV, as well as certified copies of their ID and qualifications to KwaBhaca Municipality Hall, 813 Main Street, KwaBhaca (Mount Frere), 5090 on Tuesday, the 31st March 2026 at 09H00.
b. Applicants should be at the recruitment venue not later than 09H00, (doors will be closed at 09H00.
NB! Applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents.
No statements of results are allowed; only Matric certificates will be accepted.
In the course of assessing your application for prospective employment, SEF will have to collect, process, store and/or delete your personal information. We treat personal information as private and confidential and in compliance with our responsibilities under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
By responding to this advert, you give consent to SEF to process your personal information for the specific purpose of recruitment, placement and possible employment. Should you wish to have further details on your rights and our compliance measures in relation to POPIA, please access the SEF Privacy Statement on our website www.sef.co.za.
SEF is an EE compliant organisation therefore people in designated categories including individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
That’s our vision. Each of our micro loans removes one of the barriers standing between a South African woman and the potential to change her life. A little credit goes a long way. Customer Care Hotline (toll-free) 0800 121 185 WhatsApp 073 435 8950 Learn more about SEF Meet the women who inspire ...
