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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
CLOSING DATE : 26 June 2023
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. will be accepted. 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.
NOTE : Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co. will be accepted. 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
DIRECTOR: AGRICULTURAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT REF NO: AGR 31/2023
SALARY : R1 162 200 per annum (Level 13), (all–inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate degree (NQF 7) as recognised by SAQA; 6 years of experience at a middle management level; Valid driver's license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities. Recommendation: Proficient in two of the official languages of the Western Cape Province; and post-graduate qualification in Education Business Management and/ or Public Administration. Competencies: Good knowledge of policy development processes regarding training; Knowledge of strategic management; Knowledge of people management and development; Good communication skills; and good interpersonal skills.
DUTIES : Line Management; Strategic Management; Financial Management; People Management; Manage and develop relevant quality training programmes; and client service/ stakeholder management and engagement/ liaison.
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Jacobs Tel No: (021) 808 5013
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
OTHER POSTS
PROJECT MANAGER: RURAL DEVELOPMENT (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 32/2023
SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 284
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Public Administration, Business Administration or Social Science; A minimum of 3 years management level experience in project planning, management and coordination; 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: Experience in the following: Community and/or stakeholder liaison in a development environment; Community development and social cohesion initiatives. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: South African rural socio-economic context; Public Finance Management Act; Strategic management procedures; Labour relations Act; Public service and procedures; Supply chain management; Skills needed: Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication; Project management; Accounting, finance and audit; Information technology; Economic and financial analysis; Legal administration; Strategic planning.
DUTIES : Manage and achieve the targets of the sub-programme towards economic development in rural areas; Manage and achieve the targets of the sub-programme social facilitation towards the improvement of socio-economic development in rural areas; Manage and achieve the targets of the sub-programme to enhance the image and socio-economic conditions of agri-workers; Promote internal and external integration for the department; Provide human resource management, financial management and strategic management.
ENQUIRIES : Ms J Pandaram Tel No: (021) 808 5362
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
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.
CLOSING DATE : 26 June 2023
LECTURER: EXTENSION (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 35/2023
SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year BSc degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience. Recommendation: Working knowledge of extension interventions and project management; 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. Competencies: Proven knowledge of Agricultural Extension; Skills needed: Communication (written and verbal); Computer literacy; Leadership, Planning and Organising; Formal training and presentation.
DUTIES : Prepare lesson plans and present practical, theoretical and/or short courses; Renewal and development of course material and study guides; Assessment of students through compilation of question papers and memorandums for examination; Administrative responsibility; Keep abreast of applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field.
ENQUIRIES : Ms N Chokoe Tel No: (021) 808 7049
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
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.
CLOSING DATE : 26 June 2023