WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

Recommendation: Active member of SASAS. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Small stock genetics and genomics; dairy and/or beef production in intensive and extensive systems; understanding of animal management and nutrition in the mentioned species; Knowledge of the following: Scientific methodologies and models; Research Programme and Project Management; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Computer-aided scientific applications; Data analysis; Policy development and decision making; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint); Presentation skills; Mentoring; Creating a high performance culture; Planning and organising; Conflict Management; Change Management; Problem solving and analysis. 
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DUTIES : Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; To perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions; Research and development; Human capital development. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr C De Brouwer at Tel No: (021) 808 5220 
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
 
 
 
 
 
PROJECT COORDINATOR: RURAL DEVELOPMENT: FARM WORKER DEVELOPMENT, REF NO. AGR 31/2020 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 9) 
CENTRE : Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An Appropriate 4-year Business/Public Administration degree; A minimum of 5 years’ experience in stakeholder liaison and project planning, management and coordination; A Valid Code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: PFMA, SCM prescripts and financial record keeping processes; Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Communication (written and verbal), leadership and presentation skills; Data Management, collection and processing of data; Problem solving (Research skills); Time management and ability to work under pressure (project management practices); Ability to deal with a diverse spectrum of stakeholders within the sector: Networking skills. 
 
DUTIES : Coordinate all administrative functions for all Rural Development (RD) projects and ensure that sound systems are developed, implemented, maintained and constantly improved in support of comprehensive record keeping, information sharing, tracking and reporting on all RD projects inclusive of tracking, monitoring and dissemination of information on all rural safety matters as reported to the Department; Facilitate and drive all administrative and financial associated aspects involving budget project projections, cash-flow in line with business plans inclusive of liaison with safety structures in the province and; Coordinate all RD inputs on behalf of the WCDoA to the BizProjects facility inclusive of inputs to eg. provincial dashboard platform or data platform for rural safety, for sign-off by the host of such a platform; Provide the following: Strategic support in collation, analysis, consolidation of information related to RD funded projects or other broader stakeholder projects, bringing effect to an integrated RD approach: Specific support to senior management in preparing plans, presentations, reports or publications on specific content which may be project focused or of a broader nature including reports on rural safety matters and support to the IMC (Inter-ministerial Committee and Technical Rural Safety Committee; Support to the office of the CD by preparing inputs related to the Annual Performance Plan Quarterly Reports (indicator schedule, QPR and consolidated narrative reports), Annual reports, Ministerial enquiries, Parliamentary Questions , questions on rural safety and Internal Control Queries; Effective project planning, project management and stakeholder liaison, communication and coordination. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Chitepo at Tel No: (021) 808 5294 / 5362 
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

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SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL): BREEDING/REPRODUCTION/ANIMAL HOUSING AND WELFARE REF NO. AGR 75/2019 R1 
SALARY : Grade A: R311 859- R332 799 per annum (as per OSD prescripts) 
Grade B: R353 226 - R380 775 per annum (as per OSD prescripts) 
Grade C: R402 045 - R473 574 per annum (as per OSD prescripts) 
CENTRE : Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree) in Animal Science; Registration as a Certificated Natural Scientist with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) in Animal Science; 3 years post qualification relevant technical (scientific) experience in Animal research or an Animal management environment; A valid Code EB (or higher) driving licence. Recommendation: Registered with South African Society for Agricultural Technologists (SASAT); Experience in the management of Wool Sheep flocks and the recording of research data. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Programme and project management; Scientific methodologies; Research and development; Computer aided scientific applications; Legal compliance; Financial management; Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising skills; Problem solving and analysis; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Perform technical scientific functions and tasks that require interpretation in the presence of an established framework; Provide technical support and advice; Develop working relations with client base; Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions; Preparation of data and routine interpretation; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures; Human capital development; Mentor, train and develop candidate research technicians and others to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of practice. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr A Scholtz at Tel No: (082) 900 2638 
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  
 
 
 
 
 
 
FARM AID: RTD-FARM SERVICES (OUDTSHOORN) REF NO: AGR 27/2020 
SALARY : R102 534 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Ability to read and write (Grade 5)/ Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET 3). Competencies: Good understanding of the following: General farm work; Ostriches; Irrigation of Lucerne on land; Communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Perform general farm work: Planting, harvesting, irrigation, loading and offloading; Routine activities; Cleaning of facilities; General activities will entail animal production and researching. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Engelbrecht at (044) 203 9408 
APPLICATIONS : To submit your application, hand deliver your application form from Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm to, (1) 
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 : To apply, you must submit a manual application. Please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 September 2020 
 
 
 
 
 
FARM AID: RTD-FARM SERVICES (WORCESTER VELD RESERVE) REF NO. AGR 28/2020 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R102 534 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Ability to read and write (Grade 5)/ Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET 3). Recommendation: Experience in the following: Working in seed production; Performing general farm work. Competencies: A good understanding on how to perform farm infrastructure construction and maintenance (e.g. fencing, building and water pipe systems); General farm work; Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team; Handling of power tools and tractor implements; Communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Perform the following general activities: Crop production: Irrigation of crops; Soil cultivation and preparation; Livestock: Care for sick livestock; dipping, vaccination and dosing; Cleaning of facilities; Disposal of farm waste material; Maintain roads, fences, pipelines, canals, dams, drinking troughs, animal housing and buildings; Maintain windmills and the water supply system. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Swart at Tel No: (021) 808 7809 
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 : To apply, you must submit a manual application. Please complete an application form (Z 83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 07 September 2020

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SKILLS INCENTIVES, SKILLS DEVELOPMENT REF NO. DEDAT 15/2020 (X2 POSTS) 
12-Month Contract Period) 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum, plus 37% in lieu of service benefits. 
CENTRE : Economic Development and Tourism, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B Degree or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years’ administrative experience. Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices; Public Service procedures; People Management processes; Labour Relations; Problem solving, facilitation and presentation skills; Communication (written and verbal) skills; Policy analysis skills; Organising, conflict management and interpersonal skills; Analytical thinking; Financial and administrative skills; Ability to interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures. 
 
DUTIES : Administer sources of skills funding; Coordinate and maintain partnerships between Western Cape Government and institutions for skills funding; Facilitate the implementation of available skills funding related to appropriate skills projects; Administer specific sector skills funding incentives from the various SETA’s; Implement skills plans for priority sectors, economic partnerships stakeholders for skills funding (line functions); Administer internships and stipend payments. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr N Joseph at Tel No: (021) 483 9011 
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