Business Development Intern

Recruiter:

Signa Opportunity

Job Ref:

JHB000523/Moshi

Date posted:

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Signa Opportunity is recruiting unemployed youth for quality workplace experience through the Youth Employment Service (YES) initiative.

About the YES Initiative

The President launched the initiative in 2018 and is a partnership with the government and labor department to collectively devise a national plan to build economic pathways for South Africa’s youth by creating workplace opportunities for South African youth over a period of 12 months.

Position: Business Development Intern

Stipend: R5500.00

Location: Sandton (Johannesburg)

POSITION INFO:
About the Role:
We are looking for a dynamic and motivated Business Development Intern to join our team. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in business development, strategic planning, and client engagement, with a focus on industries where compliance, risk management, and regulatory understanding are essential.

Key Responsibilities:
Market Research & Analysis

Conduct research on industry trends, potential business opportunities, and competitive landscape.
Identify key stakeholders and decision-makers in target markets.

Business Development & Client Engagement

Assist in identifying and engaging potential clients, partners, and investors.
Support in developing proposals, presentations, and business pitches.
Maintain and update a database of prospects, leads, and partnerships.

Risk & Compliance Support

Assist in ensuring compliance with industry regulations and policies.
Support due diligence efforts by researching potential clients and partners.
Collaborate with internal teams to develop risk-mitigation strategies.

Sales & Marketing Support

Contribute to marketing strategies aimed at expanding business opportunities.
Assist in creating business development content, such as case studies, reports, and brochures.
Participate in networking events and industry conferences.

Operational & Administrative Support

Provide support in business development meetings and documentation.
Assist in tracking key performance metrics and preparing reports.
Work closely with senior business development professionals to learn best practices.

Requirements:

South African unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 34.
Must not have participated on the YES programme before.
Educational Background: Diploma in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong research and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Interest in compliance, risk assessment, and regulatory affairs.

Requirements:

Educational Background: Diploma in Criminal Justice, Criminology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong research and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Interest in compliance, risk assessment, and regulatory affairs.

Please consider your application unsuccessful when you have not heard from the Signa Opportunity team within two weeks of submitting your application.Job Purpose
The Business Development Assistant Intern will support the business development function by
conducting funding research, assisting with proposal development, and providing administrative
support. The role offers hands-on exposure to business development operations, funding ecosystems,
and partnership development within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities
Business Development Support
- Assist with identifying new business, funding, and partnership opportunities
- Support the preparation of business development proposals, presentations, and pitch documents
- Maintain and update databases of leads, partners, and stakeholders
- Assist with follow-ups on partnership engagements and business development inquiries
Funding Research & Proposal Writing
- Conduct research on funding opportunities, grants, and relevant trends
- Track funding application deadlines and compliance requirements
- Assist in drafting funding proposals, concept notes, and supporting documents
- Compile summaries and reports on funding opportunities for management review
Administration & Coordination
- Provide general administrative support to the business development team
- Assist with scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and taking minutes
- Organize files, contracts, and proposal documentation
- Support reporting on business development activities, funding applications, and outcomes

Minimum Requirements
- Diploma or Degree (completed or in progress) in Business Management, Development Studies,
Marketing, Public Administration, or a related field
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic understanding of business development, partnerships, or fundraising principles
- Good computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace)
Key Competencies & Skills
- Research and analytical skills
- Proposal and report writing ability
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Time management and ability to meet deadlines
- Willingness to learn and take initiative
- Professional communication and teamwork

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