Land Use Technician: Land Use Management (Stellenbosch) at Western Cape Government

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.