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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing 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 08:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202
OTHER POSTS
INFORMATION DEVELOPER: RESEARCH INFORMATION SERVICES, REF NO: AGR 53/2019 R1
SALARY : R257 508 per annum (level 7)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year post school qualification (National Diploma or higher qualification) in Communication/Media Studies/Journalism or related; A minimum of 5 years relevant experience preferably in an agricultural environment; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendations: Excellent writing ability, especially scientific writing; Experience in various user interfaces and electronic information dissemination; Experience in the translation of scientific written material. Competencies: Working knowledge and experience in the following: Using the adobe package and its applications, specifically Indesign, Photoshop and Illustrator; A basic understanding of layout and design and the application thereof; Communication (written and verbal) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy skills in MS Office products, Internet, Intranet; Planning and organising; Ability to work independently and within a team; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
DUTIES : Scientific Information administration; Electronic information compilation; Determine and advise on different formats for distribution of information (e.g. CD, hard copy, website, articles in journals and newsletters, audio, presentations, or a combination depending on the target audience and their requirements.); General (e.g. Translation, Afrikaans to English and vice versa, as well as proofreading, Ad hoc functions, including gathering of information from events to publish, design of scientific posters and banners, attendance of specific information days, attendance of strategic sessions to set information standards for researchers and technicians, etc.)
ENQUIRIES : Dr. I Trautmann at Tel No: (021) 808 5012
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 : 14 April 2020
FARM AID: ANIMAL SCIENCE (TYGERHOEK), REF NO: AGR 13/2020
SALARY : R102 534 per annum (Level 2)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Ability to read and write (Grade 7)/ Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET level 3); A valid driving licence. Recommendation: Relevant experience in livestock farming, especially sheep farming. Competencies A good understanding of the following: Animal production (sheep); Mixed cropping and livestock; Infrastructure care and maintenance; Communication skills.
DUTIES : Flock maintenance: Daily checking of sheep; Count numbers; Provide assistance with the day to day management of the flock; Assist ewes during difficult lambing; Ensure lambs get colostrum; Assist during dosing; Driving, loading and weighing of livestock; Reporting of sick livestock; Livestock care and feeding: Handling feeds in the feed store; Weighing of feed allowance and daily feed residues if necessary; Research support: Bring livestock for weighing and measuring animals on request; Assist during lambing, weaning and culling; Perform general farm work: Assist with irrigation activities when needed; Care of equipment; Loading/offloading of farm supplies and equipment; Infrastructure maintenance: Cleaning of facilities and farm premises; Performing other maintenance duties on request.
ENQUIRIES : Dr A Scholtz at Tel No: (021) 808 5231
APPLICATIONS : 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. 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 (2) Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 60495, Table View, 7439, alternatively you may email your application to, (3) 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
CLOSING DATE : 20 April 2020