LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive and if you have not heard from us within 90 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are hereby advised to, within 90 days, request reasons from the Department for any administrative action which has adversely affected them in terms of section 5, sub-section 1 and 2 of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 3 of 2000. Copies of certified copies will be disqualified. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to security clearance. Candidates with foreign qualifications are advised to attach SAQA accreditation of their qualifications. If you have not heard from us within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test technical elements of the job. Following the interview and 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). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency Assessment tool. 
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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT REF NO: LDARD 01/18 (X1 POST) 
(This post is a re-advert, candidates who applied previously are encouraged to apply)
SALARY: R1 005 063 per annum (Level 13) (An all-inclusive remuneration package). The package can be structured according to individual personal needs. The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/her financial interest and be subjected to Security Vetting. 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 certificate plus an undergraduate qualification at (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Financial Management/Supply Chain Management. A valid driver’s license (Attach copy). Minimum Experience: A minimum of five (5) years relevant experience at a middle/senior management level. Knowledge, Competencies and Skills: Extensive knowledge of PPFA, BBBEE and PFMA, ability to apply Treasury Regulations, Computer proficiency will be tested. Core and Process Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project management, Financial Management, Change Management, Computer Literacy; knowledge management, Services delivery innovation, Problem solving and analysis, Client orientation and customer focus, communication, Public service knowledge, negotiation skills, Policy formulation and analytic thinking and honesty and integrity. 
 
DUTIES: Manage the supply chain management directorate of the Department. Manage processes leading to the advertisement of bids e.g. market research, specification committees and ensuring that specifications are in line with good practice. Manage the receiving and evaluation of bids. Provide secretarial functions to the bid adjudication committee. Preparing the appointments of suppliers. Managing performance of subordinates. Managing resources which includes human, financial & assets within the budget of the directorate. Participate in Supply Chain Management fora, ensure compliance with the Supply Chain Management prescripts. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 

 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus an appropriate NQF Level 6 qualification in Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. 3-5 years working experience in Performance and Contract Management/Supply Chain Management. Valid driver’s license (attach copy). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Supply Chain Management Prescripts. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, Acts, Policies and procedures. Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PMFA). Proven management competencies. Competent knowledge in computer applications and writing skills. Leadership skills. Project Management skills. Financial Management skills. Change Management skills. Communication skills. Conflict Management skills. Policy analysing skills. Report writing skills. 
 
DUTIES: Manage compliance to SCM Practices. Provide technical advice on contracts. Maintain and update contracts and commitments register. Liaise with National and Provincial Treasury on transversal contracts. Manage the up keeping and maintenance of records of expenditure on capital and current contracts. Manage the drafting and signing of Service Level Agreement. Manage Contracts and Performance of Contractors. Manage Supply Chain Management records. Manage Human Resources/Staff within the component. Generate requisite reports, participate in Supply Chain Management Contract Management Forums. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BIOLOGICAL ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO: LDARD 04/18 (X1 POST) 
SALARY: R697 011per annum (Level 11) (An all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus a three year Qualification (NQF level 6) in Financial Accounting / Management Accounting or relevant qualification (Accounting level 3 as a major course) as recognized by SAQA. 3-5 years working experience in Asset/Inventory/Biological asset management. Valid driver’s license (attach copy). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts, as well as understanding of the legislative framework governing the public service Public finance Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Asset Management Policy, Modified Cash Standards, Inventory Management Frame Work, Labour Relations Act etc. People Management, Financial Management and Time Management. Proven management competencies. Good Communication, problem solving, planning & organizing, leadership skills. Computer literacy (Excel application). Knowledge on Asset management within the Public Sector. 
 
DUTIES: Management of all Biological assets of the Department. Ensure that records of biological assets and inventory details are kept and valued in accordance with the internal asset maintenance policy. Manage the disposal and movement of assets and inventory items. Maintain close quality control over the barcoding and registration of assets and inventory items in the excel register. Make recommendations on slow moving stores items. Manage the Verification of assets and Inventory stock Count on a quarterly basis conducted in the department. Develop and review and ensure compliance to applicable policies and strategies. Generate monthly, quarterly and annual reports. Ensure reconciliation of the trial balance and the ledger account on a monthly basis. Ensure financial statements are compiled correctly and submitted on a quarterly basis. Manage Human Resources/Staff within the unit. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GISC PROFESSIONAL GRADE A REF NO: LDARD 02/18 (X1 POST) 
SALARY: R585 366 - R630 597 per annum (An all-inclusive remuneration package) (OSD) 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus a 4-year B degree in GISc (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA. Three years post qualification GISc professional experience required. Valid driver’s license (attach copy). Compulsory registration with PLATO or South African Geomatics Council (attach proof). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical: Programme and project management. GIS, legal and operational compliance and GIS Implementation. Standards development. Policy formulation. GIS operational communication. Process knowledge and skills. Maintenance skills. Mobile equipment operating skills. Systems skills. Spatial modelling design and analysis knowledge. Research and development. GIS applications. Creating high performance culture. Technical consulting. Professional judgment. Accountability. Generic: Strategic management and direction. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Team leadership. Analytical skills. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication and listening skills. Computer skills. Delegation and development of others. Planning, organising and execution. Ability to manage conflict. Language proficiency. Knowledge management. Negotiation skills and Change management. 
 
DUTIES: Research, design, develop and implement innovative GISc technology and applications to address the strategic objective of the department. Provide GISc to support institutional decision making. Provide policy making and institutional strategic guidance. Conduct research. Project and Financial Management. Advise on research viability and feasibility. Undertake environmental scanning to understand the problems in the GISC industry and advise accordingly. Develop a plan to respond to the research problem, Compile reports and make relevant proposals. Participate and liaise with relevant bodies and councils on GISc matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING REF NO: LDARD 05/18 (X1 POST) 
SALARY: R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE: Capricorn District 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 certificate plus NQF level 6 in Financial Management or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. 3-5 years’ experience in supervision of budget, revenue and expenditure. Persal Literacy (attach copy of results). A Valid driver's licence (attach copy). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: understanding of BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL. Good understanding of budgeting policies and procedures. Knowledge of Finance policies and practices within applicable GRAP standards, PFMA, Treasury regulations and other various related regulations. Good communication skills, problem skills, report writing, facilitation, coordination, planning and organizational skills. Ability to interact at both strategic and operational level, computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES: Monitor budgeting process within the District. Advice on expenditure trends and coordinate explanations of expenditure variance and provide advice pertaining to financial planning and budgetary allocations as well as on the reporting of financial performance. Facilitate the collection of revenue. Monitoring of salary administration, payroll and third payments. Handling of debts and recover amounts owed to the District. Monitor payments of eligible suppliers. Implement internal control measures and effective management of human and performance within the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr. Gololo PL 015 632 8627 and Ms. Sebatjane LD 015 632 8609 
APPLICATIONS: Applications for Capricorn District should be forwarded to The Director, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X 28, Chuenespoort, 0745 or hand delivered at Lebowakgomo Government Offices next to Traffic Station-Block 28 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FACILITIES AND LEASES MANAGEMENT REF NO: LDARD 06/18 (X1 POST) 
SALARY: R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 certificate plus NQF level 6 in Logistics or related field as recognized by SAQA. 3 – 5 years’ experience in Facilities and Leases Management. Valid driver’s license (attach copy). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Acts, Procedure Manuals and Policy analysis governing Facilities and Leases Management. Financial Management. Problem Solving Negotiation Skills. Communications skills. 
 
DUTIES: Provide and maintain office equipment/automation in the Department. Facilitate maintenance and acquisition of office equipment and furniture. Compile and submit reports, manage human resources within the component, conduct needs analysis for office equipments and compile the departmental acquisition plan. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ACCOUNTING REF NO: LDARD 07/18 (X1 POST) 
SALARY: R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 certificate plus NQF level 6 in Financial Accounting or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. 3 – 5 years’ experience as State Accountant in Bookkeeping / Accounting. Valid driver’s license (attach copy). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of BAS, financial management and basic accounting in the Public Service. Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations and MCS guidelines. Good communication skills (verbal and written), problem solving, time management and computer skills (Excel and Word). 
 
DUTIES: Manage and control suspense accounts. Manage daily and monthly bank reconciliations of the PMG account. Prepare annual and quarterly financial statements. Prepare monthly and year-end reports for submission to Provincial Treasury. Monitoring and checking of unpaid transaction in BAS, re-direction or cancellation of rejected payments. Approval and processing of journal entries on BAS. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EXPENDITURE MANAGEMENT REF NO: LDARD 08/18 (X1 POST) 
SALARY: R356 289 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 certificate plus NQF level 6 in Financial Management or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. 3 – 5 years’ experience as a State Accountant in Payroll / Salary Management. Valid driver’s license (attach copy). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of BAS. Knowledge of PERSAL. Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations. Good communication skills (verbal and written), problem solving, time management. Computer skills (Excel and Word). 
 
DUTIES: Clearing of suspense accounts. Processing of salary related claims and deductions in PERSAL & BAS. Management of garnishees. Control and maintain user profiles on PERSAL. Prepare monthly PERSAL and BAS reconciliation. Monitor filling of salary related records and distribution of correspondence. Conduct staff audit. Handling of payroll. Handling of salary related queries. Manage and report on all inter-departmental claims. Maintain a system of internal controls in the salary section. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 
 
 
 
 
VETERINARY TECHNOLOGIST REF NO: LDARD 10/18 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY: R299 709 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE: Mokopane Laboratory 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus an undergraduate qualification NQF level 6 in Veterinary Technology as recognised by SAQA. 2-3 years working experience in Veterinary Services. Registration with the South African Veterinary Council as Veterinary Technologist valid for the current year. (Please attach certified copy of certificate and receipt). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Proven interpersonal, negotiation & communication skills (verbal & written).Time management. Computer proficiency skills will be tested. Quality assurance, Reproduction, Bacteriology, Parasitology, hygiene survey and Serology. 
 
DUTIES: Render a technical support service to the laboratory veterinarian, which includes: - serological, histological, biochemical and toxicological analysis, as well as the identification of microorganisms, internal and external parasites. Information management. Analyse and interpret laboratory diagnostic tests results. Review and verification of laboratory test results. Participate in the compilation of SOP’s and implementation of approved SOP’s in accordance with the applicable quality management system. Control and maintenance of laboratory equipment, including calibration. Stock control of the relevant diagnostic section. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528 
 
 
 
 
 
ARTISAN PRODUCTION GRADE A REF NO: LDARD 09/18 (X1 POST) 
SALARY: R179 523 per annum (OSD) 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 plus Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Valid driver’s license (attach copy). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies: Technical analysis knowledge. Computer-aided technical applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Production, process knowledge and skills. Problem solving and analysis. Decision making. Team work. Analytical skills. Creativity. Self-management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication skills. Planning and organizing. Computer Literacy. 
 
DUTIES: To render technical design, production, operation and maintenance services. To provide and maintain office buildings in the Department. Inspect equipment and /or facilities for technical faults. Repair equipment and facilities according to standards. Test repair equipment and/or facilities against specifications. Quality assure serviced and maintained equipment and / or facilities. Provide inputs to the operational plan. Perform administrative and related functions. Compile and submit reports. Keep and maintain job record/ register. Continuous individual development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Mabula NJ015 294 3582, Ms Mtswene P015 294 3395 & Mr. Sepale M.F 015 294 3528