The National Development Plan (NDP 2030) places significant importance on the development small business as a key driver of job creation and economic growth. It envisages that for a growth level of 5% in annual GDP, SMMEs must contribute between 60% – 80% of economic value. It is with this growth target in mind that programmes that seek to empower and assist small businesses attain growth and sustainability are of high importance and find resonance in South Africa. Equally as important is bearing in mind the skewed inequality levels among the diverse racial groups in the country. That is why the attainment of empowering and giving economic opportunities to black owned SMEs is most important as we address the stubborn threats of poverty, inequality, and unemployment.
About the ESD Programme
Following the successful implementation of the 2021 Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme on behalf of our client in Information and Communication Technology, we are launching yet another edition this year. The 2021 programme saw the provision of both monetary and non-monetary support to five SMEs within the ICT related sectors, some of whom have successfully completed the three year programme, These SME collectively benefited from a combined value of over R3 million in interventions and supplier development opportunities.
Some of the programme highlights include:
- A total of 29 new jobs created by the programme participants
- Over R4 million in funding support received since programme inception
- Over R16 million in revenue generated by participants from supplier development interventions
- Four new certifications received by programme participants
- Blue Ocean Strategy development support provided to programme participants
The 2022 ESD Programme
If you are a 100% black owned business, operating in the I.T hardware supplies, technology media services, end-to-end application development, cloud migration and digital marketing, then this programme is for you. If you meet the following minimum qualifying criteria, please send the following required documents to sourcing@zevoli-growth-partners.local with the following subject: 2022 ICT ESD Programme:
- CIPC documents
- Valid Tax clearance certificate
- Valid BBBEE certificate/affidavit
- Company Profile
Please make sure that you meet the following minimum qualifying criteria before sending the required documents:
- 100% black owned businesses as defined by the ICT Sector Codes of Good Practice
- Applicants must have actively been in business for a minimum of one year at the date of application.
- Applicants must be an Exempted Micro Enterprises (EMEs) or Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs) as defined in the ICT Sector B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice
- Applicants need to demonstrate the ability to generate R1 million based on a 12-month rolling period
To take advantage of this amazing opportunity please ensure that you submit your documents by close of business (17:00) on 24 August 2022.
Information Communication Technology Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme
Frequently Asked Questions
- 100% black owned businesses as defined by the ICT Sector Codes of Good Practice
- Applicants must have actively been in business for a minimum of one year at the date of application.
- Applicants must be an Exempted Micro Enterprises (EMEs) or Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs) as defined in the ICT Sector B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice
- Applicants need to demonstrate the ability to generate R1 million based on a 12-month rolling period
- The business must be operating in the following industries:
– I.T hardware supplies and
– Technology media services
– End to end application development
– Cloud migration
– Digital marketing
- Applications open on 10th August 2022 and close on 24th August 2022.
- You can apply by visiting the Zevoli Growth Partners website where you will find details on how to send in your application. Once you have made contact and provided the relevant information the programme team will assess your application
- Step 1: Send application to sourcing@zevoli-growth-partners.local with the required supporting documents as outlined below.
- Step 2: First stage applications will be screened, if successful, you will receive a response with a link to an online application form.
- Step 3: Online applications will be screened and shortlisted
- Step 4: Successful applicants from step 3 will be invited to an interview and to prepare a narrative description for their businesses to a panel of adjudicators
- Step 5: Panel will select the successful candidates who will be invited to participate in the programme.
- B-BBEE Certificate or Affidavit
- Two customer references
- CIPC Disclosure certificate
- Tax Clearance
- Auditor/accountant/bookkeeper confirming that the business meets the minimum revenue requirements
The ICT ESD Programme provides a range of benefits that will help your business grow.
The programme is currently focused on the prioritised commodities with the intention to expand the programme focus over time.
All status communication will be provided on email. Applicants will be advised about the status of their application by 31st August 2022.
The programme schedule will be communicated at the programme participant induction and onboarding session. It will also be enclosed in the Enterprise and Supplier Development agreement, signed by all approved candidates, which guides on start dates and other relevant information.
Zevoli Growth Partners will conduct regular review to check performance and progress in the following ways:
- Monthly progress check ins with your mentor(s)
- Regular training and masterclass learning and development sessions