WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES

 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co 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. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.

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OTHER POSTS
 
 
STATE VETERINARIAN: EXPORT CONTROL (VETERINARY SERVICES), REF NO. AGR 45/2021 R1 
SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory registration as a Veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Recommendation: Masters degree (or higher qualification); Experience in the following: Database design; Video editing and YouTube. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act 40 of 2000) and the regulations and policy pertaining to this act; Ante-mortem and post-mortem examinations of animals/birds, with special reference to zoonotic or other conditions that may affect humans; International requirements regarding meat safety, in particular requirements of the Codex Alimentarius Commission; Animal Disease Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1984); Auditing of food establishment; Pathology; Asset management; Personnel management; Proven Communication (written and verbal) skills; Ability to: Work independently in a team; Work accurately and precisely; Work under stressful conditions. 
 
DUTIES : Monitoring of the procedures and processes at the abattoirs, food processing and animal by-product processing establishments to ensure compliance with national and international requirements for export; Certification of exports of live animals, meat, meat products and animal products; Implementation of remedial and control actions if export requirements are not met; Record keeping and reporting of activities and export data as required; Participation in provincial export product safety programmes. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr V Henwood at Tel No: (021) 808 5377 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SCIENTIST (PRODUCTION LEVEL): ENTOMOLOGY REF NO: AGR 10/2022 R1 
SALARY : Grade A: R628 014 - R676 539 per annum, (as per OSD prescripts) 
Grade B: R718 062 - R766 278 per annum, (as per OSD prescripts) 
Grade C: R809 634 - R953 715 per annum, (as per OSD prescripts) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Science degree BSc (Hons) or a 4-year BSc Agric degree, with Entomology as a major subject; Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Professional Natural Scientist in the appropriate field of practice; 3 years post qualification natural scientific experience in Entomology; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Recommendation: MSc degree or higher qualification in Entomology; Experience in crops and production systems in the Western Cape (grain systems, vegetables and alternative crops). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Integrated pest management in cropping systems of the Western Cape and the management of entomology trials in cropping systems for optimal production and sustainability; Insect and pest management is required; Record of participation in the scientific process, as indicated by contributions at local and overseas scientific conferences, peer reviewed papers published in scientific journals and accredited conference proceedings and papers in the popular press in the research area; Communication skills at production and scientific level; Research connections with academic institutes involved in entomology and agronomy; Contact with industry and producers; Planning skills that involves managing a complex pest and insect management trial within cropping systems as well as the large data sets involved; Computer literacy in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 
 
DUTIES : Participate with problem identification, problem definition and the prioritization of research needs in the field of entomology in accordance with the departmental strategic plan to ensure that relevant and applicable research is conducted; Conduct scientifically accountable, innovative and advanced research trials (on-site) to ensure that cutting edge research is conducted and an information source is available for sustainable agricultural practices; Conduct statistical analysis, interpret results, formulate conclusions and present research findings to all relevant stakeholders and beneficiaries; Perform all administrative and related functions; Keep up to date with applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective research services. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Swanepoel at Tel No: (021) 808 5320 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CANDIDATE SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN: PLANT SCIENCES - WORCESTER REF NO: AGR 13/2022 R1 
(3-Year Contract Position) 
SALARY : R272 745 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher) in Rangeland Science, Ecology, Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification; Registration with SACNASP as a Candidate Natural Scientist in training Or applied for registrations with SACNASP as a Candidate Natural Scientist (proof attached) as registration is compulsory within six calendar months after appointment.; A valid driving license (Code B or higher). Recommendation: Knowledge of the indigenous plant species of the arid areas in the Western Cape. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Scientific methodologies; Research and development; Computer-aided scientific applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing. Skills needed: Decision making; Analytical; Creativity; Self-management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication (Written and verbal); Computer literacy; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Problem solving and analysis. 
 
DUTIES : Assist in the implementation of methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Provide technical support and recommendations/advice; Assist in development of databases, data management and subsequent analysis; Assist with administrative and related functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A. Swanepoel at Tel No: (021) 808 5320