WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES

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​NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN (PRODUCTION LEVEL): SOIL PLANT WATER INTERACTION (TYGERHOEK) REF NO: AGR 19/2024 R3 
SALARY : Grade A: R 391 671 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade C: R586 665 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year National Diploma in Soil Science or equivalent qualification; Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Certificated Natural Scientist in the appropriate field of practice; 3 years post qualification technical scientific experience; A valid driving licence. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Soil science research; Major small grain crops in the Western Cape; Soils in the Western Cape, climate smart agriculture; Settings, calibration and basic maintenance of appropriate equipment and implements; Technical scientific inputs needed for research trials in the field; Farm work related to research; Technical planning skills; Computer literacy in MSOffice Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication(written and verbal) skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Render technical assistance in research projects for the development of more efficient farming practices; Administer the creation/adaptation/maintenance of the necessary infrastructure in accordance with the project plan; Perform all administrative and related functions; Render advice and disseminate technical information to applicable role players; Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Swanepoel Tel No: (021) 8085320. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR: SWARTLAND (MOORREESBURG) REF NO: AGR 01/2026 
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4 year BSc Agric degree majoring in Agricultural Economics or BA gric Honours degree majoring in Agricultural Economics on NQF level 8; A minimum of 3 years’ experience in the provision of specialist input as an agricultural economist within the agricultural extension and advisory services framework; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge and understanding of the following: Production of crops and / or livestock produced in the specific area, also markets and value adding; Knowledge and understanding of agricultural business administration. Key Project Management Practices; Good Research Skills; Excellent Written and Verbal Communication and Reporting; Sound Organizational and Leadership & Management Abilities; Good understanding of the Commodity Approach, Land Reform Programme and Project Implementation; Proven computer literacy in MS Office;(MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Power Point). 
 
DUTIES : Compilation of Enterprise Budgets, Interpretation of Financial Statements and compilation and interpretation of Cashflow Projections; Compilation and evaluation of business plans for agricultural enterprises; Understanding and Interpretation of business plans for relevant agricultural enterprises; Conducting cost benefit analysis of potential new projects. Assessment of the economic viability of agricultural enterprises; Conduct relevant project evaluation within the monitoring and evaluation framework; Deliver continuous support to all farmers through providing agricultural economic advice across all functions, which include land reform, infrastructure development, extension and support on production and economic principles, institutional support as well as capacity building Facilitate training and equipping of farmers in financial and production record keeping in their agricultural enterprises. Conduct financial analysis of agricultural enterprises; Facilitate market access for farmers and ensure market compliance; Facilitate workshops and planning sessions to determine needs and progress; Promote sustainable production systems; Write reports regarding financial and technical progress; Facilitate the development of organisational skills of the developing agricultural sector; Participate as a member of project teams. Assist farmers with credit applications to financial institutions; Do general office administration; Conducting regular site visits to projects; Ensure the utilization of Agricultural Information Management System (AIMS);Facilitate, engage and provide inputs to Project Implementing Partners and relevant Commodity Projects Allocation Committees (CPACs) in the delivery and implementation of projects; Management of Human Resources and Finances; The following will serve as advantageous: Agricultural production economics and agricultural production; Compilation of enterprise budgets; Compilation and interpretation of financial statements and cash flow projections of agricultural enterprises; Farm level application of agricultural economic principles; Financial and production record keeping; Compilation of viable business plans for agricultural enterprises; Ability to assess economic viability of agricultural enterprises. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Rose Horne Tel No: (022) 433 8903 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: BID AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT REF NO: AGR 03/2025 R1 
SALARY : R468 459 - R561 894 per annum (Level 09). 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3 year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience in Supply Chain Management, Public Management, Contract Management or related fields. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Public Sector Supply Chain Management, application of procurement regulations and principles, contract management, secretariat functioning; Public Finance Management Act; National Treasury Regulations; Provincial Treasury Instructions; Legacy system requirements and functioning; Record keeping procedures; Relevant systems (LOGIS); Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Interpersonal relations; Numeric; Research; Strategic thinking; Organising and planning; Analytical; Office administration; Proven computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and report on contracts; Render a secretarial service to the bid committees; Administer the bid process. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr M November Tel No: (021) 808-5156




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