WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES

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NOTE : All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel. Please ensure that you submit your application on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. 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 you may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful. 
 
 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: AGRICULTURAL PRODUCER SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT REF NO: AGR 12/2024 
SALARY : R1 371 558 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate degree (NQF 7) in agriculture or agricultural economics; 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level; Valid driver's license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities; and; Recommendation: Proficient in two of the official languages of the Western Cape Province. Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Change Management; Financial Management; People Management and Empowerment; and; Analytical ability, motivational ability, negotiation - and persuasion ability, ability to function on a conceptual level. 
 
DUTIES : Exercise oversight over the project management agenda of Casidra; Enable agrarian reform to smallholder and commercial farmers through sustainable agricultural development services; Oversee the provision of extension and advisory services to farmers; Oversee the successful implementation of food security projects; Provision of Strategic Leadership and Management; Promote the integrated governance and strengthening of strategic partnership and industry initiatives (local, national and international); and Manage the planning and reporting on the Conditional grants of the Programme.; 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Darryl Jacobs Tel No: (021) 808 5013 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.com

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CLOSING DATE : 06 May 2024 
 
 
NOTE : 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. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PRODUCTION ECONOMICS REF NO: AGR 16/2024 
SALARY : R958 824 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Honours degree (equivalent or higher qualification) with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects; A minimum of 6 years relevant experience of which 3 years is managerial 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: None; Competencies: Knowledge in the following: Agriculture and agribusiness environment; Economic and financial (advanced) analytical techniques.; Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Appropriate strategic management and leadership skills; Advance communication skills (written and verbal/presentation); Negotiation skills (advanced); Proven ability to conduct research, analytical skills and to conceptualise policy; Ability to network. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the Division: Production Economics by performing administrative functions (human resource, financial, strategic planning); Manage the application, adaptation of and or development of models e.g. enterprise budgets among others in order to reflect the current situation and or forecast/project possible scenarios; Manage and conduct in-depth study/research of development/patterns/trends in a specific agricultural environment (production, reform, farm management, business support etc.) and compile final outputs e.g. reports, position papers, information documents etc.; Manage the analyse/identification of economic questions/challenges in the filed production/farm management and rural development economics; Manage the provision of advice to internal and external stakeholders and including development, monitoring and evaluation of business plans 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms B Matoti Tel No: (021) 808 5213 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.com
 
 
 
 
 
STATE VETERINARIAN: VETERINARY PUBLIC HEALTH REF NO: AGR 14/2024 
SALARY : R811 560 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.; Recommendation: Masters degree (or higher qualification); Experience in monitoring, auditing and control of meat safety in abattoirs. A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. 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 Skills needed: Asset management; People management; Proven communication (written and verbal); Ability to work independently in a team; Work accurately and precisely; Work under stressful conditions. 
 
DUTIES : Develop, analyse and audit policies, norms, standards and legislation for Veterinary Public Health; Render Veterinary Services through the implementation of relevant legislation; Provision of training development and awareness programmes (extension and outreach services) to communities with regards to Veterinary Services; Perform administrative and related functions; Keep abreast with Veterinary legal, policy frameworks, journals, publications and attend relevant professional development interventions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Wolhuter Tel No: (021) 808 7606 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.com
 
 
 
 
 
AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIST: MARKETING AND AGRIBUSINESS (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 09/2023 R1 
SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Honours degree or equivalent qualification with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. Recommendation: Food Science courses as part of your tertiary qualification; Experience in agricultural value chain(s); Working knowledge of the following: Agricultural marketing environment; Agricultural value chain/s; Agro-processing sector. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Clear articulation of the challenges faced by the agricultural sector in relation to value addition; Understanding niche markets and value adding for agricultural products; Proven computer literacy; Excellent networking, report writing and presentation skills; Ability to communicate technical information accurately; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Perform market research with key emphasis on agricultural products, markets and value chains based on the department strategic/operational plan; Produce agricultural market information reports and other related systems/databases; Communicate with industry role players and represent the Western Cape on various platforms; Respond timely to enquiries relating to agricultural market information; Perform administrative and related functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Thabethe Tel No: (021) 808 7733
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.com  
 
 
 
 
 
 
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (BEAUFORT WEST) REF NO: AGR 13/2024 
SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B-Degree/Advanced Diploma (or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in community development/rural development including farm worker environments.; Recommendation: A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence or alternatively people with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Community development, rural development and agri worker sector; Maintaining a record management system; Record minutes and decisions at meetings; Relevant legislation/policies/ prescripts and procedures; Basic financial administration; Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication skill (written and verbal); Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
 
DUTIES : Project management; Facilitation, implementation and participation in community outreach programmes and Awareness sessions; Training and capacity buildings; Stakeholder engagements within the rural community context; Compliance in financial management policies and prescripts; Administration and report writing. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms D Strydom Tel No: (021) 808 5086 
APPLICATIONS : To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.com  
 
 
 
 
 
CLEANER: VETERINARY SERVICES (STELLENBOSCH) REF NO: AGR 17/2024 
SALARY : R125 373 per annum (Level 02) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Basic literacy and numeracy (ABET). Competencies: A good understanding of the following: General cleaning methods; Operating equipment. Skills in the following: Good communication skills; Basic numeracy skills; Proven literacy skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to work accurately and precisely. 
 
DUTIES : Main duties will be performing general cleaning duties in the administrative and laboratory buildings; Cleaning duties in staffroom kitchen; Daily completion of cleaning records; Sending and receiving of laundry; Use of general and electrical cleaning equipment; Preparation of cleaning agents. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr F Dreyer Tel No: (028) 808 7512 
APPLICATIONS : To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following: 
Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, 44 Gannet Street Pelican Heights, Cape Town (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm); 
or Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 22432, Fish Hoek, 7974, 
or Email your application to, westerncape@respond.co.za
Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF). 
 
NOTE : To apply, please complete an application form (Z83) and current CV (5 pages maximum) together with other requirements. The post being applied for and the reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 application form. NB: Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. Applications not submitted on or before the closing date as well as faxed copies will not be considered. If you did not receive any correspondence within 3 months of the closing date, consider your application as unsuccessful.