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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE VACANCIES
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
CLOSING DATE : 01 August 2022
NOTE : Only applications submitted online 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 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
CHIEF DIRECTOR: RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REF NO. AGR 28/2022 R1
SALARY : R1 269 951 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive salary package). Please note that the remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Masters in Agricultural Sciences (NQF 9); 5 years appropriate experience at senior management level; A valid unendorsed driver's license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities. Recommendation: Ph.D in Agricultural Sciences; Extensive experience in strategic management at a senior management level, and in particular in the agricultural research environment; Extensive knowledge of the line function management at a senior management level; Extensive knowledge of administrative management at a senior management level; Extensive knowledge of financial management, prescripts and legislation, inclusive of PFMA and Treasury guidelines; Extensive knowledge of Personnel Management; Extensive knowledge of Supply Chain Management; and Good knowledge of agricultural research systems and important role players. Competencies: Exceptional communication and leadership skills; Computer skills; Good knowledge of project management and coordination; Strategic and management skills; Presentation skills; Financial management skills; and Advanced negotiation skills.
DUTIES : Strategic Management; Line function management; and Administrative management (financial, personnel and supply chain).
ENQUIRIES : Dr I Trautmann Tel No: (021 808 5012)
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
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
CHIEF DIRECTOR: RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES REF NO. AGR 28/2022 R1
SALARY : R1 269 951 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive salary package). Please note that the remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Masters in Agricultural Sciences (NQF 9); 5 years appropriate experience at senior management level; A valid unendorsed driver's license, or alternative mode of transport for people with disabilities. Recommendation: Ph.D in Agricultural Sciences; Extensive experience in strategic management at a senior management level, and in particular in the agricultural research environment; Extensive knowledge of the line function management at a senior management level; Extensive knowledge of administrative management at a senior management level; Extensive knowledge of financial management, prescripts and legislation, inclusive of PFMA and Treasury guidelines; Extensive knowledge of Personnel Management; Extensive knowledge of Supply Chain Management; and Good knowledge of agricultural research systems and important role players. Competencies: Exceptional communication and leadership skills; Computer skills; Good knowledge of project management and coordination; Strategic and management skills; Presentation skills; Financial management skills; and Advanced negotiation skills.
DUTIES : Strategic Management; Line function management; and Administrative management (financial, personnel and supply chain).
ENQUIRIES : Dr I Trautmann Tel No: (021 808 5012)
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
REGISTRY CLERK: RECORDS MANAGEMENT AND REGISTRY SERVICES (ELSENBURG) REF NO: AGR 37/2022
SALARY : R176 310 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification). Recommendation: Relevant experience. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Registry duties, practices and operate computer; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment; Understanding of the work in registry; Skills in the following: Proven computer literacy; Planning and organisation; Written and verbal communication; Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork.
DUTIES : Manage and retrieval of Information and safekeeping of records both paper-based and electronic; Sorting of incoming mail; Maintenance of the filing system; Sorting and sending of incoming and outgoing courier parcels.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Hanise at Tel No: (021) 808 5116
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
ACCOUNTING CLERK: ACCOUNTS AND BAS ADMINISTRATION, REF NO. AGR 38/2022
SALARY : R176 310 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification) with accounting and/or mathematics as a passed subject. Competencies: A good understanding of the following: Basic Accounting System; Public Finance Management Act; National Treasury Regulations and Provincial Treasury Instructions; Division of Revenue Act; Proven computer literacy; Written and verbal communication skills.
DUTIES : Procure, collect and maintain stationery and other goods and services for the section; Compile and capture general journals to ensure the integrity of financial data on the Basic Accounting System; Maintain asset and liability accounts as well as other bookkeeping related tasks; Reporting, reconciliations and registers.
ENQUIRIES : Ms ME Huisamen at Tel No: (021) 808 5037
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
FARM AID: FARM SERVICE REF NO: AGR 39 /2022 (X2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN LANGGEWENS)
SALARY : R104 073 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Basic Literacy and Numeracy (ABET level 2/Grade 5). Competencies: Knowledge of general infrastructure and farm work; Basic communication skills; Planning and organizing; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
DUTIES : Perform the following routine activities: Crop production; Livestock; General infrastructure and farm work.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. S Laubscher at Tel No: (022) 433 8931
APPLICATIONS : To submit your application, there are 3 methods in which you can apply, please only use 1 of the following: 1. Hand deliver your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, Unit F6, Bayside Office Park, 41 – 43 Erica Road, Table View, 7441 (From Monday to Friday between 07:00am to 17:00pm)
Or 2. Post your application for Attention: Western Cape Government Jobs, PO Box 60495 Table View 7439
Or 3. Email your application to: westerncape@immploy.com. Clearly indicate the reference number of post in email subject line and ensure attachments are in the appropriate format (MS Word or PDF).