WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES

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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. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEER (PRODUCTION LEVEL): SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (ENGINEERING SERVICES) - GEORGE REF NO: AGR 59/2022 R1 
SALARY : Grade A: R795 147 - R847 221 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade B: R894 042- R962 292 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
Grade C: R1 020 087 - R1 197 978 per annum, (OSD as prescribed) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Civil Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng)); A minimum of 3 years post qualification engineering experience in water and irrigation is required; Compulsory registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Water and irrigation engineering; Programme and project management; Engineering design and analysis; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; Legal compliance; Technical report writing; Creating high performance culture; Professional judgement; Networking; Decision making skills; Customer focus and responsiveness; Financial management; Planning and organising skills; Ability to work under pressure; Written and verbal communication skills. 
 
DUTIES : Water and irrigation engineering; Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve efficiency and enhance safety; Plan, design, operate and maintain engineering projects; Human capital development; Ensure training and development of technicians, technologists and candidate engineers to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound engineering principles and code of practice; Office administration and budget planning; Manage resources and prepare and consolidate inputs for the facilitation of resource utilisation; Research and development; Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Keuck Tel No: (021) 808 5340 
 
 
 
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: AGRICULTURAL PRODUCER SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT REF NO: AGR 49/202 3(X3 POSTS) 
SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive salary package 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Agriculture; A minimum of 3 years management level experience in the agricultural sector; 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: An appropriate post graduate qualification. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Extension methodology, project planning and management; Agricultural producer support (smallholder and commercial agricultural sector support systems); Food security system support; Management processes; Labour relations legislation and regulations; Performance management; Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); National and Provincial Treasury Regulations and other financial policies; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Project management; Financial and budget management; Supervisory and personnel management; People management; Organising and networking; Ability to work under pressure. 
 
DUTIES : Manage agricultural producer support and development services towards the achievement of the programme objectives; Manage, lead and coordinate the district activities; Maintain and manage internal and external collaboration with stakeholders; Financial, administration and people management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Aries Tel No: (021) 808 5103 
 
 
 
 
 
 
AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR: GARDEN ROUTE (RIVERSDALE) REF NO: AGR 63/2022 R1 
SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4 year qualification (NQF 8) in Agriculture or equivalent qualification within Agricultural field as recognised by SAQA; Registered with SACNASP or any other recognised professional body; A valid code B driving licence. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Production of crops and/or livestock produced in the specific area, also markets and value adding; Practical research; Good understanding of land reform programme and project implementation; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Proven computer literacy in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Problem solving ability; Research skills; Time management; Ability to work under pressure; Work in a team; Prepare and deliver presentations. 
 
DUTIES : Compilation of project submissions and project implementation; Conduct relevant project evaluation within the monitoring and evaluation framework; Deliver continuous support to all farmers, especially developing farmers across all functions, which include land reform, infrastructure development, extension and support on production and economic principles, institutional support as well as capacity building of food security; Assist with research and demonstration trials under supervision; Provide information on markets; Facilitate workshops and planning sessions to determine the needs and progress; Write reports regarding technical progress; Promote sustainable production systems; Facilitate the development of organisational skills of the developing agricultural sector; Facilitate relevant training as well as to support projects; Participate as the member of the project team by giving sound and technical input for the compilation of business plans; General office administration; Ensure the implementation of Agricultural Information Management System (AIMS); Facilitate, engage and provide inputs to implementing agencies and relevant Commodity Project Allocation Committees (CPAC’s) in the delivery and implementation of projects. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Lamberts Tel No: (044) 803 3757