Deputy Director: (Agricultural) Statistics, Ref No. AGR 07/2026 at Western Cape Department Of Agriculture

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the rendering of services in the agricultural and agribusiness sector in the field of Agricultural Economics particularly Statistics. 

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate Honours Degree at NQF Level 8 (equivalent or higher qualification) with Economics and/or agricultural economics as major subjects; A minimum of 6 years relevant experience required of which 3 years is managerial experience; 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    

• None. 

Key Performance Areas    

• Continuous in-depth study/research of developments/patterns/trends in a specific agricultural environment and agricultural economics particularly statistics; Determine and prioritise data and information needs of the agricultural and agribusiness sector; Collect and capture agricultural data; Develop and maintain comprehensive databases; Conduct spatial refencing of agricultural economic data; Provide a reliable agricultural economics statistics service. 

Competencies    

• Working knowledge of the following: Managerial exposure; Proven knowledge of qualitative and quantitative agricultural economic and or economics research processes and techniques; Proven ability to conduct research, analytical skills and to conceptualise policy; Advanced computer literacy; Portfolio of research; Economic analytical techniques. Skills needed: Communication/presentation skills; Excellent report writing skills; Management skills; Strategic management and leadership skills.