Background
The Micro Connector Programme is an initiative under the Program Pembangunan Perniagaan Usahawan Mikro (BizME) designed to enhance the efficiency and productivity of micro enterprises. This programme is implemented through Delivery Partner appointed by SME Corp. Malaysia comprising companies that offer competitive skills packages and technical support through training in selected focus areas.

 

Objective
Aims to provide competitive skills and technical support for micro enterprises to enhance their business efficacy.

• The target group is micro enterprises with annual sales of less than RM300,000 OR less than 5 full-time employees.
  
  

We are seeking for potential Delivery Partner that can offer packages in specific areas to enhance the competency and efficiency of micro enterprises in business operations.

 

Implementation Period:
Mac – September 2025 (7 months)

 

Requirement for Training Package to be Offered
The Micro Connector 2025 program shall focus on competitive skills & technical support and the proposed package should target participants from among registered business owners and from the inclusive entrepreneurs segment such as Persons with Disabilities and Orang Asli communities.

1. Micro Enterprise
   • Account management & applications, including e-invoicing
   • Compliance & legal in business
   • Increased efficiency specific to business sub-sectors such as smart agriculture, health & lifestyle, specialty food and handicrafts
     
     
2.  Micro Enterprise owned by inclusive communities such as Persons with Disabilities (OKU) and Orang Asli
   • Digital Marketing
   • Account management & application including e-invoicing
   • Increased business efficiency as well as product & service offerings

 

Basic Eligibility Criteria for Implementation Partners of Micro Connector Programme 2025

Must fulfil the following criteria:

1. Business registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia under the Companies Act 1965 or 2016. (Association, Sole Proprietor and Limited Liability Partnership (PLT) are not eligible to apply).
2. The company operates in legal business premises with business license from the Local Authority.
3. At least 60% of equity owned by Malaysian citizen.
4. The company has financial capacity and is required to submit an audited Financial Statement for at least one (1) year (latest).
5. Applicants in the MSME category must submit the MSME Status Certificate (if not, to at least submit an application for MSME Status before the Expression of Interest (EOI) deadline) - compulsory to attach
6. The company has experience in the related field for at least five (5) years with the exception of digital technology.
7. The company with experience working with entrepreneurs from inclusive communities / having the ability to attract participation from these groups is an advantage.

Invitation

• The invitation is open to companies interested in offering related training packages and meeting the eligibility criteria as Delivery Partner for the Micro Connector Programme 2025. Interested applicants are required to complete the online Expression of Interest (EOI) form by 19 December 2024.
• Interested applicants are required to follow these steps:
  1. Submit the Expression of Interest (EOI) Form between 5 – 19 December 2024 via the following link: https://forms.gle/9VmXaK2JQDVmrKzWA
  2. Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited to attend the Micro Connector Programme 2025 Briefing Session at SME Corp. Malaysia.
  3. Only Project Proposals from applicants who have attended the Briefing Session shall be processed for the next step.
  4. After attending the Briefing Session, candidates must submit the Application Form and Project Proposal no later than 22 January 2025.

 

For more information, please contact the info line at 03-9213 0077 or email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

SME Corp. Malaysia reserves the right to accept or reject any Expression of Interest (EOI) submission. Only companies with EOI shall be considered for the next stage. The final selection shall be made by SME Corp. Malaysia’s Selection Committee and any decision made by the Committee is final.

 

For further inquiries please contact:

Secretariat of Micro Connector Programme
Inclusive Development Division
SME Corp. Malaysia,
Aras 6, Blok C, Platinum Sentral
Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Kuala Lumpur Sentral
50470 Kuala Lumpur

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Tel: 03-9213 0077

 

Closing Date of Application: 19 December 2024

DISCLAIMER:
This document is distributed for the purpose of inviting expression of interest for the Micro Connector Programme 2025 only.
All commitments and assistance extended under the said Programme are subject to the availability of fund. SME Corp. Malaysia reserves the right to discontinue or suspend the Programme, or change the content or formatting of the Programme, at any time without notice to anyone, and to require the immediate cessation of any specific use of the Programme. In addition, we reserve the right in our sole discretion to suspend, terminate or restrict the public's access to the Programme at any time and for any reason. SME Corp. Malaysia will not be held liable for any loss or damage suffered by any Parties participating in this Programme.

WARNING:
Providing false or misleading information for the purpose of defrauding SME Corp. Malaysia is a crime under the Penal Code which penalties include imprisonment and with whipping and shall also be liable to fine. In addition, SME Corp. Malaysia may deny any benefits, rewards or assistance if false information is associated to an application.

There are irresponsible parties who claim to be consultants or agents on behalf of SME Corp. Malaysia for the implementation of all MSME Development Programmes. SME Corp. Malaysia has NEVER appointed a consultant or agent and has NOT charged any service charges for any of these programmes and such an allegation is a serious offence. If you have any problems or inquiries please call the Info Line
(03-9213 0077).