Agricultural Advisor: LDARD at Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

key Performance Areas

• To promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector through the application of the appropriate extension principles and methods. 
• Provide technical support for organised agriculture and other agricultural stakeholders and assist in planning, advice, and aftercare support. 
• Promote sustainable production of agricultural products. 
• Determine the research needs of the area.
•  Establish and enhance the relationship with clients (internal and external) stakeholders.
•  Provide continuous support to ensure sustained production and quality improvement. 
• Render scientific and technical advice to internal and external clients to ensure sustainable development. 
• Conduct farmers’ days, demonstrations, and information days to the farming communities. 
• Conduct situational analysis to identify the real needs and facilitate the implementation of best practices and technology. 
• Empower and build capacity of producers and commodity groups to ensure self-reliance.
•  Provide advice on various subjects like crop production. 
• Establish networks and linkages with all stakeholders, keep relevant databases up to date, such as famers’ database.
• Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports. 
• Keep up to date with regard to applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, and advisory technology services. Implement programmes such as CASP, Letsema, Land care.

Prerequisites

• Grade 12 plus an NQF Level 8 minimum qualification in agriculture or equivalent appropriate tertiary qualification as recognised by SAQA.
•  No experience required. 
• Compulsory registration with a South African Council Natural Scientific Professions National professional body (SACNASP) or other applicable and recognised statutory body. 
• A valid driver’s licence (with exception of people with disabilities).