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. For assistance with online applications visit the following centres: 78 Fox Street, Marshalltown or Maponya Mall. FOR ATTENTION : Ms Thilivhali Mashau Tel No: (011) 240 3096 – Recruitment CLOSING DATE : 29 March 2019, 12h00. No late applications will be considered.
OTHER POSTS DEPUTY DIRECTOR – PRIMARY ANIMAL HEALTH REF NO: REFS/003744 Directorate: Animal Health SALARY: R826 053 per annum (all inclusive salary which can be structured according to an individual needs) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Grade12, plus Bachelor's degree (NQF Level 7) in Veterinary Medicine/Science as recognized by SAQA. Minimum requirement of 5 years working experience in state veterinary services (Regulatory/ clinical and primary animal health care {PAHC} of which 3 years must be an Assistant Director/Supervisory Level. Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) a must. Valid driver's license. Competencies: Project and financial management skills. People management skills Knowledge and be conversant with Veterinary and other relevant legislations: Animal Diseases Act, Act 35 of 1984, Meat Safety Act, Act 40 of 2000, Veterinary and Para-Veterinary Professions Act, Act 19 of 1982, Animal Protection Legislation and Primary Animal Health Care, Medicines and Related Substances Control Act, Act 101 of 1965 after amendment by the Medicines and Related Substances Control Amendment Act, Act 90 of 1997, Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural and Stock Remedies Act, Act No. 36 of 1947 as well as the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Act 85 of 1993, The Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Public Finance Management Act, etc. A reasonable understanding of the provincial, national and regional socio-political and economic environment plus the relationship between these factors and livestock production and health as well as value chains within the sectors, is a pre-requisite for this middle management position. The candidate should have a demonstrable working knowledge of systems thinking and policy development skills. The post also has responsibilities to technical staff. Public participation methods and effective communication skills, both written and spoken are required. Candidates must also be proficient in the use of common Microsoft Office software, have excellent networking skills to be able to interact with other spheres of government, the livestock sector and animal protein processing sectors, as well as farming community and community leaders. DUTIES: The Deputy Director Primary Animal Health is co-responsible for the setting of the strategic direction on Primary Animal Health matters as well as the seamless, effective and efficient implementation of the PAHC program within Gauteng Veterinary Services in line with the GPG program of action, GDARD strategic plan, National (DAFF) Veterinary Strategy and the Gauteng Veterinary Services strategic plan. The PAH is responsible for the planning, budgeting, procurement, expenditure tracking, monitoring and reporting on the designated functions of the sub-program as well as control of assets allocated to the subprogram. The DD takes overall responsibility for the adequate staffing, supervision, mentoring and the effectiveness of the performance management and development program within the sub-program. The DD liaises with stakeholders involved with PAHC in South Africa, participates in inter- and intra-governmental fora and reports back on key decisions. The DD is also responsible for identifying training and skills development needs in the directorate. The DD assists the GDARD Occupational Health and Safety officer to implement the OHS related projects within the chief directorate Veterinary Services. The Deputy Director also contributes to the overall management and effectiveness of the Gauteng Veterinary Services and GDARD in general, which includes ensuring that the basic values and principles governing public administration in South Africa; professionalism, Batho Pele Principles, ethics and corruption-free public service, as per section 195 (1) of the Constitution. ENQUIRIES: Mr Rassy Rasemetse Tel No: 011 240 3084 DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FARMER SETTLEMENT SUPPORT AND ESTABLISHEDAGRICULTURE REF NO: REFS/003745 Directorate: Farmer Support and Development SALARY: R697 011 per annum (all-inclusive package that can be structured according to an individual needs) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus 4 year Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 8) in Agriculture as recognised by SAQA. 3-5 years’ relevant experience within the Agricultural sector in food security initiatives and implementation of food security developmental programs of which 3 years must be at an Assistant Director/Supervisory Level. Valid driver’s license. Competencies: Good communication, presentation and project management skills. DUTIES: To oversee and co-ordinate various food security initiatives in the province, and implementation of homestead, community and school food gardens developmental programs. Interacting with the entire agricultural production and value chain from informal to commercial producers and markets. Produce high quality and appropriate information on food security and ensure that support systems are in place to all relevant stakeholders. Responsible for the availability of reliable, accurate and timely analysis and transmission of information on the conditions of the food insecure/secure. Financial management, supervision, performance management, client service and monitoring of service delivery standards. ENQUIRIES: Mr Rassy Rasemetse Tel No: 011 240 3096 PRODUCTION SCIENTIST GRADE A-C: CONSERVATION PLANNER REF NO: REFS/003749 Directorate: Biodiversity Management, Sub Directorate: Scientific Services SALARY: R585 366 – R893 175 per annum (all-inclusive salary package which can be structured according to an individual need) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus BSc Honours degree (NQF Level 8) in Conservation Biology/ Botany/ Ecology as recognized by SAQA. MSc or PhD in Conservation Biology/Botany/Ecology will be an added advantage. 3-5 years relevant working experience in the field of Conservation Planning and/ or Conservation Biology. Proven experience in systematic biodiversity planning and spatial problem solving. Must be registered as a Professional Natural Scientist (Conservation Science or Ecological or Botanical Sciences) with SACNASP or proof that registration is in process. Valid driving license. Competencies: Exceptional skills in GIS, database management and conservation planning software such as C Plan and Marxan. Able to take the leadership role with the development and implementation of the systematic conservation planning process. DUTIES: Management and development of the Gauteng Conservation Plan. Networking, coordination and interacting with relevant internal and external stakeholders. Data management and quality control of data. Offering spatial decision support with projects such as EIA evaluations, protected area expansion and stewardship projects. Report writing, development and training of staff, regarding systematic conservation planning. ENQUIRIES: Ms Thili Mashau Tel No: 011 240 3096 ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER SPECIALISED PRODUCTION REF NO: REFS/003746 Directorate: Environmental Compliance and Monitoring SALARY: R380 364 per annum (plus benefits) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Natural/ Chemistry/Physical/ Biological/ Geological/ Environmental Science and Environmental Management as recognized by SAQA. Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience in land use and infrastructure management, industrial processes, air quality and waste pollution management. Experience in environmental compliance, compliance inspections and environmental enforcement procedures. Successful completion of the Environmental Management Inspector (EMI) training, SAMTRAC or SHERQ ISO14001 or and Environmental Management Systems (EMS) will be an added advantage. Valid drivers’ license. Competencies: Computer Literacy. Sound knowledge of environmental legislation. Excellent written and verbal communications skills, particularly with regard to drafting of Directives, Notices, Legal correspondence and reports. Good project management, interpersonal, coordination and document management skills. DUTIES: Conduct compliance inspections for the Environmental Authorisations (EAs) issued by the Department. Attend to the environmental complaints received within the Gauteng Province that are related to the EAs issued. Respond to Incidents in Gauteng in terms of section 30 of the National Environmental Management act 107 of 1998 (NEMA). Draft effective reports for the compliance inspections conducted. Present the findings of the compliance inspections and recommend the appropriate enforcement action(s) where non-compliances have been found. Effectively utilize the information management system to manage the work within the Directorate. ENQUIRIES: Mr Rassy Rasemetse Tel No: 011 240 3083 ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER SPECIALISED PRODUCTION REF NO: REFS/003748 Directorate: Pollution and Waste Management SALARY: R380 364 per annum (plus benefits) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus relevant Honours degree (NQF Level 8) in Natural/Physical/Chemical/ Engineering or Environmental Sciences/Management as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 6 years’ in the application of NEMA, NEM: Waste Act and application of Gauteng waste strategies, policies and Gauteng Waste Minimisation Plan. Experience in the support of local government and industries to implement recycling programmes. Valid driver’s license. Competencies: Computer Literacy, Knowledge of project management. DUTIES: Promote separation of waste at source. Monitor the implementation of Gauteng Waste Collection Standards, Gauteng Waste Minimisation Plan, and Gauteng Clean and Green Plan, Audit general waste landfills. Manage waste projects. Promote and support recycling facilities and buyback centres. Train and register waste management co-operatives. Manage waste management stakeholder relations and enquiries. Maintain various waste management data-bases. Assist in compliance promotion and contribute to law reform. Conduct and co-ordinate waste management forum meetings. Ensure that local authorities and industries are supported in the development and implementation of Integrated Waste Management Plans (IWMPs). Collate information from the District for the Provincial inventory of all waste disposal/ treatment/ storage facilities/ waste transporters etc. ENQUIRIES: Ms Thili Mashau Tel No: 011 240 3096 CONTROL FARM MANAGER REF NO: REFS/003741 (12 Months Contract) Directorate: Research and Technology Development Services (RTDS) SALARY: R356 289 per annum CENTRE: Randwest Agripark (Westonaria) and Sebokeng zone 10 Agripark REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7)/ BTech (NQF Level 7) in Agricultural Management as recognized by SAQA. 2-3 years’ experience in farm management, crop production in particular. Valid driver’s license. Competencies: Computer Literacy, Presentation skills, Knowledge of project management. Understanding of the Agri-Food Sector. Clear agricultural knowledge on plant production especially vegetable supply chain. DUTIES: Management of Westrand District Agriparks and Sedibeng Agriparks. Coordinate farming co-operatives activities onsite which includes scheduling production, irrigation, chemical application, harvesting and grading, preparing produce for market, record keeping and facilitating disbursements to co-operatives which supplied the product. Liaising with surrounding farmers operating in the vicinity. Facilitate the maintenance of the Agripark. Ensure that contracting between the farming coops and the Agripark is undertaken. Prepare and submit Agripark maintenance budget. To prepare production plans and scheduling of harvesting and related marketing activities. ENQUIRIES: Mr Rassy Rasemetse Tel No: 011 240 3083 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ICT REF NO: REFS/003737 (X2 POSTS) Directorate: ICT Support SALARY: R356 289 per annum (Plus Benefits) CENTRE: Johannesburg REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7)/ National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Information Communication Technology or relevant IT qualification as recognized by SAQA. 3 - 5 years’ experience in IT. (Preferable with A+, N+, MCSE 2000, / MCSE 2003 and ITIL formal qualification will be an added advantage). Valid driver’s license. Competencies: Computer literacy (Excel, Word, MS Office, PowerPoint), Decision making, Innovative and Management responsibilities/Supervisory skills. DUTIES: Assume a supervisory role to chief network controller, a management role to Network Controllers and Service Desk Analysts in the sub component, in providing an effective and efficient support and maintaining in-house computer systems, desktops, local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN) and IT peripherals. This includes installing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading all hardware, software and equipment while ensuring optimal workstation performance. The official will also troubleshoot incidents as per SLA (Service level agreement) turnaround time in a timely and accurate fashion and provide end user and interns training and assistance where required. Development and maintenance of documentation on ICT Support standards, regulations and procedures. Day-to-day maintenance, monitoring, problem solving and general administration of the network. Provide a technical interface point with service providers, systems designers and engineers and application development groups. Engage in business analysis, information acquisition analysis and design, data analysis and design, archive and recovery strategy, security and change management. Maintain IT business continuity and disaster management. Clear knowledge of Microsoft System Center. ENQUIRIES: Mr Rassy Rasemetse Tel No: 011 240 3083
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