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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
CLOSING DATE : 25 March 2019
NOTE: Only applications submitted online will be accepted (Unless indicated otherwise). Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202
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CONTROL SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN GRADE A: FARM SERVICES (TYGERHOEK) REF NO: AGR 2019-04
SALARY: Grade A: R422 139 per annum (as per OSD prescripts)
CENTRE: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) in Science or relevant qualification; Registration with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist; A minimum of 6 years’ post qualification technical (scientific) experience; A valid (code B) driving licence. Recommendation: Experience in coordination and conduct of basic and applied research. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Small grain, livestock, pasture production; Plant and animal research; Project Management; Financial Management: Good communication (verbal and written) in at least two of the official languages of the Western Cape Province; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Ability to work well within a team; Good organising and coordination skills.
DUTIES: Oversee, develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Provide strategic leadership on technical scientific matters; Lead the coordination and development of databases, procedures and regulatory frameworks; Conduct research and development; Management of personnel; Take on the responsibility as a Centre Coordinator for the entire research farm; Manage technical facilities, sustainable resource management and planning; Manage, monitor and safe guard data and dissemination of data to clients; Manage technical support for scientific research; Perform administrative functions.
ENQUIRIES: Mr J Jordaan at (021) 808 5172
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DEPARTMENTAL YPP PROGRAMME AND EXTERNAL BURSARIES REF NO: AGR 2019-08
SALARY: R356 289 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree); A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Human Resource Management and/or Youth Development Programmes; A valid Code B driving licence. Recommendation: Work after hours if required; Supervisory experience. Competencies: Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy in the MS Office Programmes (MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook); Problem solving skills; Supervisory and Presentation skills; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
DUTIES: Manage the Co-ordination of external development and training interventions; Facilitate the Special Project: Agricultural Partnership for Youth Development; Monitor and evaluate Internship Premiers Advancement of Youth (PAY), Student, Vacation and Graduate interns, Bursary/Scholarship and Young Professional Persons Programmes and Agricultural Partnership for Rural Development; Perform managerial and administrative functions; Liaise and network with all stakeholders and external host employers; Submit monthly, quarterly and semester reports; Career awareness.
ENQUIRIES: Mr J Constable at (021) 808 5044
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
TRACTOR DRIVER/OPERATOR: FARM SERVICES, OUTENIQUA REF NO: AGR 2019-05
SALARY: R136 800 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 1-year relevant experience; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of operating a tractor with various implements; Ability to work well within a team and individually; Ability to do physical general farm work/activities; Communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Interpersonal skills; Planning and organising skills.
DUTIES: Operate a tractor with various implements; Assist with Research Projects; General Farm work/activities; Perform tractor maintenance and administrative support activities; General farm infrastructure development and maintenance activities.
ENQUIRIES: Mr H.S. Gerber at (044) 803 3727/ 083 642 7293
APPLICATIONS: You may use 1 of the 3 options available to submit your application: (1) Hand Deliveries (Between 08:00 am to 17:00 pm): Affirmative Portfolios, Unit 14, 1st floor, 3 Canal Edge, Tyger Waterfront, Carl Cronje Drive, Bellville, 7530, (2) Postal: You may post it to the following postal address: PO 5496, Tyger Valley Centre Parking Area, Bellville, 7536. (3) E-mail address: adresponsecpt@affirm.co.za you may use only one application platform as only one application will be accepted. Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed will not be considered.
NOTE: To apply, you must submit a manual application. Please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with certified copies of ID, Academic qualifications and proof of other requirements as indicated in the advertisement. The position being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preference.
TRACTOR DRIVER/OPERATOR: FARM SERVICES (LANGGEWENS) REF NO: AGR 2019-09
SALARY: R136 800 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS: Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); a minimum of 1-year relevant experience; a valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of operating a tractor with various implements; Ability to work well within a team and individually; Ability to do physical general farm work/activities; Communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Interpersonal skills; Planning and organising skills.
DUTIES: Operate a tractor with various implements; Assist with Research Projects; General Farm work/activities; Perform tractor maintenance and administrative support activities; General farm infrastructure development and maintenance activities.
ENQUIRIES: Mr S Laubscher at (022) 433 8931
APPLICATIONS: You may use 1 of the 3 options available to submit your application: (1) Hand Deliveries (Between 08:00 am to 17:00 pm): Affirmative Portfolios, Unit 14, 1st floor, 3 Canal Edge, Tyger Waterfront, Carl Cronje Drive, Bellville, 7530, (2) Postal: You may post it to the following postal address: PO 5496, Tyger Valley Centre Parking Area, Bellville, 7536. (3) E-mail address: adresponsecpt@affirm.co.za you may use only one application platform as only one application will be accepted. Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed will not be considered.
NOTE: To apply, you must submit a manual application. Please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with certified copies of ID, Academic qualifications and proof of other requirements as indicated in the advertisement. The position being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preference.