Director: Agro-Processing 2 at Department of Trade, Industry and Competition

REQUIREMENTS   :  

• A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the SAQA in Agriculture or Agro- processing studies/ Economics / Commerce. 5 years’ experience at a middle / senior managerial level in the Agriculture or Agro-processing environment in both   public   or   private   sector.

DUTIES   :  

• Provide leadership in the development of the Agro-processing sector strategy.Develop the furniture industry strategy, organic produce industry strategy and Rooibos   and   Honey   bush   products   strategy.   Provide   leadership   in   the development of Agro-processing sector policies. Manage and direct the Agro- processing Industrial Policy Planning process. Engage in continual policy advocacy and co-ordination in the Agro-processing sector.
• Development and Review   of   National Agro-processing   framework   and   technical   support   to Agriculture & Agro-processing Master Plan. To establish a coordinated, cross- sectoral framework that strengthens South Africa’s Agro-processing value chains, enhances competitiveness, promotes transformation, and drives export growth. Development and implementation of Hemp and Cannabis Master Plan. Present the framework to the relevant departments.
• Facilitate the access of the dtic support programmes by small scale food processor. Identify potential small enterprise to be targeted for support. Build and maintain strong relationships with the stakeholders. Establish contact and set up information sharing session with other units in the dtic Liaising, consulting and networking with appropriate and   relevant   stakeholders   for   developing   joint   programs.  
• Represent   the department in all forums and focus addressing Agro-processing challenges. Provide analysis of the value chain in the Agro processing sector. Consolidate all research findings to formulate Agro processing sector procedure and strategy   in   line   with   Industrial   Policy.  
• Manage   strategic planning   for   the directorate. Develop the strategic focus and policy direction for the directorate. Ensure the maintenance of effective internal administration of the directorate, e.g. the filing of all documents, the maintenance of records, approval of procurement and expenditure and all reporting requirements. Continuously review policies and methodologies and benchmark against international best practice. Manage consultants appointed to conduct studies Provide support with the implementation of programmes.