WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Honours degree in Economics or Agricultural Economics with subjects in Agricultural Marketing or an equivalent degree; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience; A valid (code 8/B) driving licence. Recommendation: A Master’s degree; Practical experience in and exposure to agricultural marketing value chains analysis (domestic and international); A broader practical understanding of the agricultural marketing environment, agricultural marketing polices and marketing of agricultural products legislation. Competencies: A good working knowledge and understanding of Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) with particular emphasis to the agricultural sector; A knowledge and clear articulation of the challenges faced by the agricultural sector in relation to empowerment initiatives, agribusiness and entrepreneur support requirements; Ability to work independently as well as in a team; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Networking, analytical report writing and presentation skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills. 
 
DUTIES : Conducting in-depth research on Black Economic Empowerment issues in the Western Cape agricultural sector; Facilitation of public awareness campaigns on AgriBEE throughout the Western Cape; Providing inputs into the AgriBEE Charter and provincial BEE strategy any other sub sector charters; Promote agribusiness support through value-adding, provision of advisory services to unlock opportunities provided by AgriBEE Charter; Assessing the empowerment status in terms of the empowerment according to the generic Codes of Good Practice and AgriBEE scorecard; Report writing on AgriBEE projects analysis, challenges encountered, empowerment status and participation of members from designated groups (youth women, people with disabilities and farm workers) and recommend possible solutions for decision making; Engaging with various stakeholders to promote implementation of the Codes and AgriBEE Charter and ensure relationship management thereof; Establishment, support and training of cooperatives and other business entities • ensure integration of SMMEs and entrepreneurship development into the mainstream agricultural and agribusiness sector; Facilitation of partnerships and acquisition of funding for increased investment in the sector; Perform Administrative related functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Thabethe at Tel No: (021) 808 7733 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 December 2019

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CHIEF MECHANICAL ARTISAN: MAINTENANCE, ELSENBURG, STELLENBOSCH REF NO: AGR 2019-58 
SALARY : R386 487 - R441 891 per annum (Grade A, OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Trade Test Certificate (Mechanical); A minimum of 10 years post qualification experience post qualification experience required as an Artisan/Artisan Foreman; A valid driving licence. Recommendation: Experience in mechanical workshop management; personnel supervision and procurement and stock keeping; Proven experience in tractor and implement maintenance and repairs. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Mechanical fault detection and tractor maintenance and repairs; Maintenance of farm implements and equipment; Personnel and workshop management skills; Analysing, legal compliance and computer aid applications; Mathematical abilities; Ability to write reports on the diagnoses of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems; Written and verbal communication skills; Adherence and application to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. 
 
DUTIES : Management of technical services in the mechanical and welding workshop; Maintenance and repairing of tractors, implements and other farm machinery and equipment; General administration and stock-keeping of goods and consumables; Manage and develop human resources; Financial Management including procurement and expenditure control. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr BB Aucamp at Tel No: (021) 808 5222 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs  or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
CLOSING DATE : 02 December 2019 
 
 
 
 
FARM AID: FARMING REF NO: AGR 2019-57 
SALARY : R102 534 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE : Department of Transport and Public Works, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Ability to read and write/ Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET).Recommendation: Proven experience of general farm work; Proven skills of working with farm animals; Working knowledge and skills to do farm infrastructure construction and maintenance (e.g. fencing, building and water pipe systems); A valid driving license. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: General farm work and maintenance; Working with research farm animals; Communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Perform the following: Routine activities of crop production (e.g. planting, harvesting, irrigation); Routine activities of livestock (e.g. caring, dipping and dosing); General farm activities (e.g. cleaning, loading and maintain water supply systems); General routine activities in respect of infrastructure (e.g. maintain fences roads and pipelines). 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr B Aucamp at Tel No: (021) 808 5222 
APPLICATIONS : To submit your application, hand deliver your application form from Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm to Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, Unit F6 Bayside Office, 43 Erica Road, Table View, 7441, or you may post your application to Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 60495, Table View, 7439, alternatively you may email your application to, Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, info@westerncapegov.com.  Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. 
 
NOTE : Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preference. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 09 December 2019