NORTH WEST DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS : Applications should be forwarded as follows: The Directorates - Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District : The District Director, Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Services, P.O.Box 112, Vryburg, 8600, for attention of Ms K Mmolawa The Directorate - Structured Agricultural Education & Training (Taung Agricultural College): The District Director, Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Services, P.O.Box 112, Vryburg, 8600, for attention of Ms K Mmolawa The Directorate - Structured Agricultural Education & Training (Potchefstroom Agricultural College): The District Director, Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Services, P.O.Box 804,Potchefstroom, 2520, for attention of Ms C Hilderbrand All posts for Mahikeng - Head Office, The Director Human Resource Management, Department of Rural, Environment and Agricultural Development, Directorate: Human Resource Management, Private Bag X2039, Mmabatho 2735, for the attention Mr. I.O. Molale or delivered at the AgriCentre Building, corner Dr James Moroka and Stadium Road, Mmabatho. CLOSING DATE : 23 September 2022
NOTE : All applications must indicate the correct reference number. The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and it is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, especially in respect of race, gender and disability. People with disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply. Employment Equity plan of the Office will be considered when filling these positions. Applications must be accompanied by fully completed New Z83 obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit only Z83 and detailed Curriculum Vitae with three contactable referees. The communication regarding the requirements for certified documents will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for the post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. Shortlisted candidates for senior management posts will be subjected to a technical assessment and the selected interviewed candidates will be subjected to a competency assessments. Incomplete Z83, Late, faxed and e-mailed applications will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidates for the advertised positions will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which includes, criminal records, citizenship, financial checks, qualifications and previous employment (Reference checks). It is the responsibility of the applicant to make sure that foreign qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority and the evaluation certificate will be required on or before the day of the interview. If you do not hear from the department three months from the date of the advertisement consider your application unsuccessful. The department has the right to not fill the post. Candidates who previously applied for the re-advertised positions are encouraged to re-apply if they are still interested in the positions.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON DIRECTOR: AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS REF NO: NWDARD 01/08/22 (Re-advertisement) SALARY : R1 073 187 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package) CENTRE : Mahikeng - Head Office REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate recognized 4 years Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics with at least 8 years’ relevant post- qualification experience A minimum of 5 years’ experience at Middle Management level coupled with knowledge and experience in Agricultural Economics and other related disciplines Experience and knowledge on challenges facing the economy of the North West Province Understand the socio economic principles which impacts on the province Knowledge of economic development priorities, legislation and policies Excellent planning and organizational skills Knowledge of government programmes which seeks to address socio economic issues. Ability to lead and interact with various developmental and financial institutions Knowledge if strategic planning and budgeting processes Programme and project management Team leadership, with practical hands on approach to problem solving Knowledge of the public service regulatory framework Good analytical skills. An understanding of the discipline of monitoring and evaluation and the millennium Valid driver’s licence. DUTIES : Manage and provide agricultural economics support to internal and external clients with regards to business plans development, agricultural economics studies and agricultural marketing and trade Ensure implementation of sound agricultural economics practices Manage the socio-economic studies, impact assessment and financial resources for decision making Manage access to marketing and trade information by Agri- business Manage the human and financial resources of the Directorate. ENQUIRIES : Dr. K.L. Mabe Tel No: (018) 389 – 5300 NOTE : The remuneration package for the above - mentioned post consist of a basic salary (70%) and employer’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion. The flexible portion of the package can be structured according to the Senior Management Service guidelines. Candidates shortlisted for the above - mentioned post will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and the technical exercise, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments. Furthermore, the person appointed to this position will be subjected to a security clearance and vetting, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract. The successful candidate must disclose to the Head of Department particulars of all registrable financial interests, sign a performance agreement and employment contract with the Head of Department within three months from the date of assumption of duty and obtain a top secret security clearance. All appointments are subject subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record checks, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification, reference checks and security vetting. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment for the above advertised posts. The successful candidates will enter into an employment contract with the Department that will be reviewed based on performance. NB: It is mandatory for candidates to undergo Public Service SMS Pre-Entry course before appointment. For further details, please click on the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG. OTHER POSTS HEAD OF DEPARTMENT – ANIMAL PRODUCTION REF NO: NWDARD 02/08/22 (Re-advertisement) SALARY : R477 090 per annum (Level 10) CENTRE : Taung College of Agriculture REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor degree in Agriculture (Honours) with Animal Production as study field Relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the appropriate field Good communication skills Registration with subject related scientific organisation Computer literacy Valid Driver’s licence. DUTIES : Comprehensive provision of Agricultural Education and Training at the College Monitoring and evaluation of the Quality Management system Implementation of quality assurance tools for the Department of Animal Production Overseeing delivery of teaching and learning methods and assessment tools Manage key performance areas of subordinates Management of financial resources Acquisition of required services, goods and assets. ENQUIRIES : Mr. Malala Tel No: (053) 994 9800 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DEMAND MANAGEMENT REF NO: NWDARD 05/08/22 (Re-advertisement) SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09) CENTRE : Mahikeng - Head Office REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s degree /National Diploma in Supply Chain Management/ Logistics / Purchasing /Financial Management Minimum of 5 years’ working experience of which at least 3 years must be in a supervisory position Excellent verbal and written communication skills Sound analytical/innovative thinking and problem-solving skills Computer literacy Knowledge of Walker/BAS Strong planning and coordination abilities Ability to work under pressure and extended hours so as to meet the deadline dates Knowledge of and experience in the application of legislative framework that governs Supply Chain Management in the Public Service environment, PFMA, PPPFA, B-BBEE and Treasury Regulations and all prescripts governing procurement in the Public Service Valid driver’s licence. DUTIES : Conduct total market and needs assessment Manage the needs assessment performance in accordance with the framework Implement Demand Management policies and SCM prescripts Implement demand management policies processes and procedures, perform strategic and annual supply chain demand management planning Develop and obtain approval for the procurement management plan Inform guide and advice departmental employees on demand management matters to promote correct implementation and sound demand management practices Render Secretariat Services to the Departmental Bid Committees Ensure the determination of specifications and Terms of Reference with regard to procurement of goods and services Ensure that future needs/requirements are linked to the Strategic Plan and Budget Administer Demand Management Plans for all Sub-directorates and provide inputs to all Programme Managers during planning Manage key performance areas of subordinates. ENQUIRIES : Ms. M. Matsheka Tel No: (018) 389 - 5151 LECTURER - ANIMAL HEALTH REF NO: NWDARD 03/08/22 (Re-advertisement) SALARY : R321 543 per annum (Level 08) CENTRE : Potchefstroom Agricultural College REQUIREMENTS : NQF Level 8 qualification in Animal-health Relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage. A minimum of 2 years teaching and/or research or industry experience on related subject field Computer literacy (MS office software packages) Registration with South African Veterinary Council Valid driver’s license. DUTIES : Plan and design course material for Animal-health and other subject related to Animal production Presentation of lecturers, tutorial and practical Comprehensive student’s assessment and evaluation render technical support with regard to health and husbandry practices for all college livestock Curriculum development Liaise with industry and other stakeholders regarding curricula, excursion, research and community projects. ENQUIRIES : Ms. O. Sebitloane Tel No: (018) 285-0704 SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION – SOIL SCIENCE REF NO: NWDARD 04/08/22 (Re-advertisement) SALARY : R316 536 per annum, (OSD) CENTRE : Potchefstroom Agricultural College REQUIREMENTS : A National diploma or equivalent B Agriculture as required by OSD Registration with SACNASP as candidate or Scientific Technician Technical ability in the conducting of soil research, e.g. soil profiles, sampling, trial layout, data collection and collation. Three (3) year’s proven research experience to be appointed as a Scientific Technician Grade A the ability to work in a team context. A valid driver’s licence. DUTIES : Assists Scientist with research and technical support Implement trials, and maintain and collect data Maintain equipment and machinery. Transfer technical information Write reports and articles Participate in and attend scientific congresses. ENQUIRIES : Dr H Muedi Tel No: (018) 299 - 6500
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