Vacancies at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

• The Department of Agricultural, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector through the application of the appropriate extension principles and methods. This post is based in Malmesbury.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 4-year tertiary qualification/Honours (BSc Agric/BAgric Management or equivalent qualification); Registered with SACNASP or any other recognised professional body (Proof to be submitted); A minimum of 3 years experience in agricultural extension; A valid code B driving licence.

Recommendation

• Experience in agricultural production; Knowledge of the following: Production of livestock, grain, alternative crops prduced in the specific areas, also markets and value adding.

Key Performance Areas

Supervise and lead staff in the office; Planning and implementation of economic, sustainable grain and pasture production systems; Project design, planning and management; Provide inputs for the compilation of grain and pasture enterprise budgets; Information on grain and pasture production; Recommendations regarding cultivars for different soil and climate combinations; Advise and train farmers on planting management and harvesting of grain and pastures; Interpretation of soil analysis and crop requirement for optimal recommendations for corrective actions; 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 and food security; Assist with research and demonstration trials; Provide information on markets; Facilitate farmer's daydemonstration day, workshops and planning sessions to determine needs and progress; Promote sustainable production systems; Facilitate the development of organisational skills of the developing agriculture sector; Facilitate relevant record keeping and economical training as well as support to projects; Participate as a member of the project team by giving sound technical input for the compilation of business plans; General office administration; Ensure the implementation of Agricultural Information Management Systems (AIMS) Facilitate, engage and provide inputs to Implementation Agencies and relevant Community Project Allocation Committees (CPACs) in the delivery and implementation of projects.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the following: Production of livestock, grain, alternative crops produced in the specific area, also markets and value adding; Project management practices; Land reform programme and project implementation; Following skills: Research; Excellent written and verbal communication and reporting; Organisational, leadership and supervisory; Conflict management.

Remuneration

R 393 711 per annum (Salary Level 9)

Note on remuneration: Remuneration not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Note: Only applications submitted online 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.

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

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Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3 year tertiary qualification (B-Degree or equivelent); A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience in Finance or Supply Chain Management working environment.

Recommendation

• Degree in Law, Auditing or equivalent.

Key Performance Areas

• Performing a SCM compliance and Performance monitoring service; Rendering a General Management Service; Rendering a Financial Service; Monitor and review the capturing of all receipts, invoices, credit notes, back dated price increases and payment; Performing a System Administrative function; Performing a Bid Administrative function; Performing a Demand and Acquisition management function.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the following:  Financial background specifically in Public Sector Finance; PFMA (Public Financial Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Provincial Treasury Instructions, etc.); Legacy System requirements and functioning; Record keeping procedures. Following skills: Computer literacy, Microsoft Office; Written and verbal communication; Planning and organising; Liaison with personnel at all levels; Decision-makin

Remuneration

R 393 711 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration: Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

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.

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

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Job Purpose

The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government have an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to perform all aspects of varied innovative and complex engineering activities that result in progress of sustainable resource management engineering technology and engineering application. This post is based in George.

Minimum Requirements

Engineering Degree (B Eng/ BSC (Eng)) in Civil Engineering; 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

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

• 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.

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.

Remuneration

Grade A: R 750 693 - R 801 105 per annum; Grade B: R 846 429 - R 911 862 per annum; Grade C: R 967 809 - R 1 140 018 per annum (OSD as prescribed).

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), 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. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Note: Only applications submitted online at: www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co will be accepted.

Candidates for shortlisting 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.

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

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Job Purpose

The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to support the manager of the sub-programme: Land Use Management and/or rezoning of agricultural land to contribute towards the compilation of sustainable development plans. This post is based in Elsenburg, Stellenbosch.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/B-Degree or higher qualification) in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Management, Agriculture or Civil Engineering; A minimum of 3 years post qualification experience of Natural Resources Management principles; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

Recommendation

Working knowledge of the agricultural sector, natural resource management, crop production systems, water and irrigation and social physical properties; Management skills in human resources, financial and project management; Experience in MS Office, CAD, ArcView/GIS programs.

Key Performance Areas

Provide support to the land use manager; Assess and provide comments on applications for land use management; Facilitate the representation of the department and the sub-programme; Facilitate and coordinate the development and revision of a strategic plan, policies and guidelines for agricultural land use in the Western Cape Province as well as liaison with external service providers and clients.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Theory, design and implementation of environmental resource management plans; Legal compliance NEMA, CARA, SALA, NWA; Technical/scientific report writing; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy; Planning and organising; Problem solving and analysis; Personnel and conflict managemet; Personal attributes: Self-motivated; Committed; Ability to work under pressure and under adverse field conditions.

Remuneration

R 331 188 per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration: Employees' service benefits or obligations (13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

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 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 on or before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.