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GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

 
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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 November 2018, 12h00.
 No late applications will be considered. 
 
 
NOTE: Candidates must attach their recently updated CV as well as certified copies of all qualification/s and ID document (no copies of certified copies allowed, certification should not be more than six months old). Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post. It is the Department intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Department reserves the right not to appoint. Disabled people are encouraged to apply. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful. 
 
 
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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS REF NO: REFS/003256 
Chief Directorate: Agriculture 
Directorate: Directorate: Agricultural Economics and Marketing 
SALARY: R826 053 per annum (all inclusive package) 
CENTRE: Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 and Appropriate (NQF level 8) qualification or equivalent with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects. Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience required. Valid driver’s License. Competencies: Computer skills, Statistical skills (high level of analysis of the trends, and forecasting of challenges), Advanced negotiation skills, Working knowledge of economic and financial (advanced) analytical techniques, and Advanced communication/presentation skills. 
 
DUTIES: Continuous in-depth study/research of developments/patterns/trends in a specific agricultural environment (e.g. resources, production, marketing, reform, macroeconomics, farm management, agricultural business, international trade and investment, business support, rural development etc.) Manage the analysis/identification of economic questions/challenges in a specific environment/situation pertaining to legislation/strategy/ policy initiatives/interventions. Manage the application, adaptation and/or development of models in order to reflect the current situation and/or forecast/project possible scenarios. Manage and undertake the implementation of trade and investment initiatives, negotiations and policies. Manage the supervision of advice to internal and external stakeholders on the impact of forecasts for decision-making, initiatives and/or interventions within a specific environment. Manage the development, monitoring and evaluation of business plans. Establish and maintain a network with economic/agricultural analysis institutions. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Baba Terblanche, Tel No: 011 240 3090 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms Margaret Digoro Tel No: (011) 240 3097 – Recruitment 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY STATE VETERINARIANS REF NO: REFS/003267 (X10 POSTS) 
Chief Directorate: Vets Services 
Directorate: Animal Health and Advisory Services 
SALARY: R697 011 per annum (all-inclusive salary package which can be structured according to an individual needs) 
CENTRE: Themba Animal Clinic (X4 Posts) 
Germiston (X2 Posts) 
Vereeniging (X2 Posts) 
Randfontein (X2 Posts) 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus Bachelor Degree (NQF Level 7) in BVSc or BVMCH qualification. 1-2 years’ relevant experience of compulsory community service. Candidates who are about to finish their Compulsory Community Service can also apply. Registration with South African Veterinary Council. Valid driver’s License. Competencies: Computer Literacy. Knowledge and understanding of Veterinary acts (Meat and Animal Health acts and related regulations, certification procedures). Understanding of hygiene systems and disease control schemes. Demonstrable interest in Community and Livestock Farmer Development through the veterinary profession. Good administrative, written and verbal communications skills. Good networking skills. 
 
DUTIES: Running of ambulatory veterinary services including mobile clinical veterinary services in townships and informal settlements (vaccination of pets, treatment, sterilization, etc.). Running of clinical services and Preventative Animal Health support aimed at improvement of Livestock production and management for emerging and small-scale farmers. Development and implementation of educational, technical and business skills transfer and livestock value chain improvement programs for small scale livestock farmers. Conducting educational and awareness activities to targeted communities on veterinary public health matters. Biosecurity: Assist with the conducting of pig and poultry compartment inspections. Participation in disease surveillance programs for controlled diseases and any other livestock disease of importance. Mentorship and Support of newly qualified CCS veterinarians placed in the department. Organizing and participation in departmental veterinary awareness programs. Mentorship and supervisory responsibilities for administrative and para-veterinary professional staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Rassy Rasemetse, Tel No: 011 240 3083 
FOR ATTENTION : Ms Thilivhali Mashau Tel No: (011) 240 3096 – Recruitment