Chief Director: Agriculture Development And Farmer Support: Head Office: Polokwane at Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

key Performance Areas

• To manage, coordinate and provide strategic leadership and direction for the provision of agriculture development and farmer support services. 
• Provide high level strategic leadership and direction on policy and programmes development and implementation within the chief directorate. 
• Coordinate and promote the implementation of agricultural extension support, agricultural development programmes and identified integrated food security strategy of south africa initiatives. 
• Manage and coordinate the provision of agricultural advisory services to farmers within the districts. 
• Establish and maintain good relations within the department and all stakeholders. 
• Manage and utilise resources (financial, human and physical) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.?   

Prerequisites

• Grade 12 plus an appropriate Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) qualification in Agriculture / Agriculture Extension or equivalent qualification as recognised by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). 
• A Minimum of 5 years of experience at a senior managerial level. 
• A valid driver`s license (with exception of people with disabilities). 
• Proof of completion of SMS pre- entry certificate must be submitted before appointed.

Person Profile

KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES, AND SKILLS

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. 
• In-depth knowledge and experience in agricultural development management. 
• Proven experience and thorough understanding of Agriculture and Rural Development sector.  
• Core Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. People Management and empowerment. Programme and project management. Financial Management. Change management. 
• Process competencies: Knowledge Management. Service delivery innovation. Problem solving analysis. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication.