Jobs at Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Kwazulu-Natal

REQUIREMENTS

• A three-year Diploma in Agriculture (NQF level 06) or higher. Compulsory registration with SACNASP.
• No experience required.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Knowledge, competencies and skills:

• Knowledge of extension methodology, good communication skills (verbal and written), basic reporting skills, a basic level of public speaking, understanding of group dynamics and ability to communicate with clients and farmers.
• Applicants must be prepared to physically visit farmers (farms or projects) within the areas where they will be placed.

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CENTRE REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification in Public Management / Public Administration/ Business Administration/ Business Management/ Economics or other relevant disciplines at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. Postgraduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience at a Senior Managerial level in a Governance and Strategy Planning and Management environment. Completion of the Nyukela Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) submitted upon appointment.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Skills, Training, And Competencies:

• The successful candidate must have broad knowledge of business administration, compliance management, corporate governance, drafting of agreements, policy management, public entity administration, risk and audit framework management, and strategic planning.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the public sector environment and Public Service Systems.
• Advanced knowledge and a clear understanding of Public Entity management.
• Broad knowledge of administrative functions in the Public Service.
• Broad knowledge of Public Service policies and procedures, Provincial and National government functioning, and administrative office procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of reporting standards, ethics, and practices.

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CENTRE REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Economics at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA; A Post Graduate Degree in Economics will serve as an added advantage.·
• A Minimum of five (5) years’ Middle/Senior Management experience focusing on Economic Analysis, Economic Modelling, Economic Research, and Statistical Analysis.·Completion of Nyukela Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) submitted upon appointment.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Skills, Training and Competencies:

• A rigorous and indepth knowledge of Economic Analysis, Applied Statistics, and Econometrics, data management, and strategies in the public sector Knowledge of information sharing mechanisms and platforms;
• A thorough understanding of relevant legislation, best practices, and frameworks.
• Sound Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework, e.g.,
• Public Service Act, PFMA, Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA),
• Economic Modelling Packages (such as EViews, Stata and others),
• Treasury Regulations, Provincial Growth and Development Strategy (PGDS),
• National Development Plan (NDP), Public Service Regulations,
• Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act,
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act,
• Skills Development Act,
• Service Delivery Frameworks, policies, and strategies.

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CENTRE REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics/ Applied Statistics/ Econometrics/ Applied Mathematics at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA.
• A Minimum of five (5) years’ Middle/Senior Managerial level experience in Applied Statistics, Statistical Database Development, Statistical analysis, and information sharing and presentation.
• Completion of Nyukela Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) submitted upon appointment.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Skills, Training And Competencies:

The successful candidate must have:

• An in-depth knowledge of economic statistics, national and international statistical systems, statistical analysis, survey development, quantitative and qualitative data analysis, data manipulation and forecasting Knowledge of information Sharing mechanisms and platforms;
• Ability to implement knowledge management systems, undertake applied statistical data analysis, strategic Management, and people skills and use advanced Excel in data and knowledge management
• An extensive knowledge of statistical database development and management A thorough understanding of relevant legislation, best practices, and frameworks.
• Sound Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service regulatory framework, e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act, Service Delivery Frameworks, policies, and strategies.

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CENTRE REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Statistics, Economics, Econometrics, Data Science, applied mathematics, and economics at NQF Level 7 as recognized by SAQA.
• A Postgraduate Degree will serve as an added advantage.
• Minimum of five years’ Middle/Senior Managerial level experience in impact assessment, economic modelling, applied statistics, and data management.
• Completion of Nyukela Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) submitted upon appointment.
• A valid driver’s licence.

Skills, Training And Competencies:

• The successful candidate must have: a thorough knowledge of Economic Impact Assessment,
• Economic Modelling, data management, and applied statistics,
• Extensive experience in undertaking economic simulations, econometrics, and economy-wide impact assessments;
• Knowledge of data analysis and information processing and dissemination;
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in undertaking economic research for impact analysis and decision making A thorough understanding of relevant legislation, best practices, and frameworks;
• A thorough understanding of high impact projects.
• Sound Knowledge and understanding of the Public Service regulatory framework, e.g.,
• Public Service Act, PFMA,
• Treasury Regulations,
• Public Service Regulations,
• Labour Relations Act,
• Occupational Health and Safety Act,
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act,
• Skills Development Act, Service Delivery Frameworks, policies, and strategies.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, advanced knowledge, and application of general management and project management principles.
• Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa,
• Public Service systems,
• Public Service Code of Conduct,
• Batho Pele principles,
• Budget formulation, financial management/accounting, strategic management, and program management principles

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CENTRE REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate NQF 6 Bachelor’s Degree in Urban and Regional Planning or any other relevant Economic Planning qualification at NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of 3 years’ administrative experience in Economic Planning, Spatial Policy Development, or Analysis environment.
• A valid driver’s License.

Skills, Training and Competencies:

• The successful candidate must have an indepth knowledge of Public Policy, Economic Strategy Development,
• Spatial Policy Development and an understanding of the Economy of the KwaZuluNatal Province.
• An in-depth knowledge of the National Development Plan,
• Project Management Principles, Policy Analysis and Interpretation, Public Policy, and Economic Strategy Development.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework, e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations,
• Public Finance Management Act,
• Labour Relations Act,
• Basic Conditions of Employment Act,
• Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles),
• Employee Performance Management System,
• Skills Development Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act,
• National Development Plan, Promotion of Administrative Justice Act,
• Project Management Principle.
• Skills such as Presentation Skills,
• Analytical skills, Interpersonal Relations,
• Computer Skills,
• Organisation Skills,
• Research Skills,
• Financial Management Skills,
• Report Writing Skills,
• Problem Solving Skills,
• Communication skills (verbal and written),
• Project Management skills,
• Decision Making Skills,
• Facilitation Skills.
• Attributes such as Innovative, time frame driven,
• Confidentiality, honesty, integrity, and commitment