GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS: To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/ or Hand Deliver: Ground floor 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House and NB: For assistance with online applications visit the following centres: 78 Fox Street, Marshalltown or Maponya Mall. FOR ATTENTION : Ms Molebatsi Chuene Tel No: (011) 240 3084 – Recruitment CLOSING DATE : 19 July 2019 at 16h00. No late applications will be considered.
OTHER POSTS CHIEF STATE VETERINARIAN: EPIDEMIOLOGY REF NO: REFS/004228 SALARY: R733 257 per annum (All-inclusive Salary Package which can be structured according to an individual needs) CENTRE: Pretoria REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus a Degree in BVSc or BVMCh (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA. 3 - 5 years’ working experience within the Animal Health (Regulatory Disease Control/ Primary Animal Health/ Veterinary Public Health or Veterinary Epidemiology) At least 3 years State Veterinary Services at a Supervisory level. Must have a current registration as a Veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council. A valid Code EB driver’s license. A veterinary Epidemiology or veterinary public health post graduate degree will be an added advantage. Competencies: The understanding of the application of epidemiology principles in disease investigations, prevention and control, quality management, Customer and other Batho Pele principles used in the public service. To demonstrate knowledge of the imperatives of One Health approach as well as experience on the management of zoonotic diseases. Knowledge of the South African disease control legislation and relevant regulations and policies. Knowledge of information (database) and records management as well as Occupational Health, Risk and Safety Management. Scientific research, presentation and report writing skills. Ability to lead and be lead cooperatively in pursuit of team deliverables. Communication skills, both written and verbal. Proficiency in the use of computers, Microsoft Office packages. DUTIES: Assist with the management of the sub- program Epidemiology as a State Veterinarian. Knowledge of Veterinary Epidemiology and animal health risk assessment. Provision of veterinary epidemiology services to Gauteng veterinary services. This will include disease surveillance, coordination within GDARD as well as with other Provinces and National government; disease outbreak preparedness and contingency planning and emergency disease control; disease risk analysis and mitigation; providing a Geographic Information System for management decisions and disease notification; oversight and reporting on the livestock census and more. A good working knowledge of GIS related data-base, risk analysis and social network analysis. To work as part of the Gauteng One Health team on all matters related to veterinary public health. Public participation methods and must have both team orientation and networking skills to be able to interact with colleagues, other stakeholders of government, the private livestock sector as well as the farming community and community leaders. Contribute to the improvement of customer service including resolution of customer complaints. Ensure conceptualization, planning, scheduling and evaluation of activities and projects. Support the annual and term planning process (strategy, business planning budgeting and monitoring). Contribute to the continuous improvement of the services of Gauteng Veterinary Service in particular, State Veterinary Service and livestock farmer development in general. ENQUIRIES: Mr. Rassy Rasemetse Tel No: 011 240-3083 PRINCIPAL SCIENTIST: ENVIRONMENTAL EMPOWERMENT SERVICES REF NO: REFS/004227 SALARY: R376 596 per annum (Plus Benefits) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Matric/ Grade 12 and a National Diploma (NQF level 6)/ Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in Agricultural Sciences /Environmental Sciences/Natural Sciences. 2 – 3 years’ experience in Natural Resource Management and the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) At least 1 year or above Supervisory knowledge and experience. A valid driver’s licence. Competencies: Excellent writing, communication, negotiation, conflict management and supervisory skills. Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Strong knowledge of Environmental Policies and Legislation such as NEMBA, CARA, NEMWA, Public Finance Management Act and DORA. DUTIES: To develop specialised areas of expertise, to be able to provide advanced technical and practical information, advice and training (formal and informal) to field staff and participants of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) under working for wetland and working on waste projects, in order to maximise their ability to do best practice natural resource management. To develop project interventions for protection or rehabilitation of natural water resources. To form partnerships with relevant stakeholders for Wetlands rehabilitation and river clean-ups for protection of ecological infrastructure, integrity and wild life. Ensure productivity through conservation measures and the removal of solid waste form natural water resources. To conduct monthly site inspections for all projects. Manage natural resources projects in accordance with EPWP principles, and such projects include but not limited to the burning of firebreaks, alien plant removal and an exit strategy on EPWP projects Monitor and evaluate EPWP projects. Supervise service providers and implementing agents, contracts, contract workers and field staff Facilitate training and development of project participants. Knowledge of contracts management, tender processes and managing external projects. ENQUIRIES: Mr. Rassy Rasemetse Tel No: 011 240-3083
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