The Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA), based in Elsenburg, promotes, develops, and supports the agricultural sector to enhance economic, ecological, and social wealth. It serves commercial, smallholder, and land reform farmers through research, extension services, veterinary care, and training, focusing on sustainable resource management, food s...
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An appropriate 4 year BSc Agric degree majoring in Agricultural Economics or BAgric Honours degree majoring in Agricultural Economics on NQF level 8 (or equivalent qualification); A minimum of 3 years experience in the provision of specialist input as an agricultural economist within the agricultural extension and advisory services framework; Registered with SACNASP or any other recognised professional body (Proof to be submitted); A valid code B driving licence.
Competencies:
Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Agricultural production economics and agricultural production; Compilation of enterprise budgets; Compilation and interpretation of financial statements and cashflow projections of agricultural enterprises; Farm level application of agricultural economic principles; Financial and production record keeping; Compilation of viable business plans for agricultural enterprises; Ability to assess economic viability of agricultural enterprises; Production of crops and / or livestock produced in the specific area, also markets and value adding; Agricultural business administration; Key Project Management Practices; Good Research Skills; Excellent Written and Verbal Communication and Reporting; Sound Organizational and Leadership & Management Abilities; Good understanding of the Commodity Approach, Land Reform Programme and Project Implementation; Proven computer literacy in MS Office; (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, MS Power Point).