Job Description

The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage and coordinate the provision of agricultural support, assistance to farmers as well as the implementation of land reform programmes and agricultural development projects as per the Annual Performacnce Plan (APP) indicator shedulefor the districts of Central Karoo, Cape Winelands and Cape Metropole . These posts are based in Beaufort West, Stellenbosch and Goodwood.
Minimum 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.
Key Performance Areas

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.
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 pressue.
Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R811 560 per annum (Salary Level 11)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed.
Notes

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 and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. 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 onlineapplication) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to16.00. 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 on or beforethe closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Western Cape Government