Jobs Available at Northern Cape Department: Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform

REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s degree in Administration / Public Administration and / or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6 three (3) years’ experience applicable to the relevant discipline at Assistant Director Level. Valid driver’s license

DUTIES :

• Develop, implement and maintain system, registers and database to monitor and manage the flow of documents to, from and within the office of the Executive Authority. Compile correspondence, submissions and cabinet memoranda as required. Manage the procurement and maintenance of equipment and administer to budget in the office of the Executive Authority.
• Manage logistical support in the office of the Executive Authority. Ensure that documents are classified in accordance with the MISS prescripts and are handled in accordance with their classifications. Liaise with internal and external role-players with regard to matters relating to the portfolio of the Executive Authority. Brief the Head of Office on matters regarding the Executive Authority portfolio on the agenda of Cabinet/Executive council; Manage the distribution of memoranda to Cabinet/Executive Council member;
• Manage the distribution of documents and submissions to the relevant legislature and standing/portfolio committees. Keep record of decisions of Cabinet/ Executive Council and alert the Head of Office and Executive Authority of actions to be taken and due dates. General supervision of the employees in the office of the Executive Authority; Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate degree in Agricultural/Civil Engineering (B Eng/BSc) or relevant equivalent qualification at NQF level 7 with minimum 2 years post qualification experience in agricultural/civil engineering and registered as a professional engineer. Compulsory registration with ECSA. Problem solving and analysis, client orientation and customer focus. 

DUTIES :

• The successful candidate will perform the following duties: Design, construction and contract management of irrigation systems, crop processing plants, packaging facilities, animal housing, green houses, farm mechanization (tractors and relevant planters and implements) and other farm structures. Knowledge of Model Maker design program, AUTOCAD, surveying with Trimble GPS and processing with Trimble Business Centre survey programs will be an advantage.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. Computer literate, be able to work on the following software programs, Microsoft Office and Power Point. Excellent interpersonal relation skills, ability to handle tasks of a multi-faceted nature, sound communication skills both verbal, working under pressure with deadlines and written, problem solving. Technical and engineering skills would be expected in agricultural development support programs, i.e. CASP, ILLIMA LETSEMA and Land Care. Travel and working in other remote areas in Northern Cape would be expected from the successful candidate. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The applicant must be in possession of a BSc Hons in Agriculture, Animal Science with a five years’ research experience. Knowledge, experience and skills in basic concepts of and the latest developments in animal production technology, together with the ability to manage a scientific research unit is highly recommended.

DUTIES :

• The incumbent will be required to render expert and needs based research, development and technology transfer services impacting on development objectives. Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions; monitor and evaluate programme performance; Provide scientific support and advice; To provide scientific analysis and regulatory functions;
• Conduct analysis of scientific data; Formulate proposals and compile reports; develop and customize scientific models and techniques. Continuous research and development of studies to improve expertise; Human Capital development – Mentor, train and develop candidate scientists and others to promote skills / knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• The applicant must be in possession of a BSc Hons in Agriculture, Animal Science with a five years’ research experience. Knowledge, experience and skills in basic concepts of and the latest developments in animal production technology, together with the ability to manage a scientific research unit is highly recommended.

DUTIES :

• The incumbent will be required to render expert and needs based research, development and technology transfer services impacting on development objectives. Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions; monitor and evaluate programme performance; Provide scientific support and advice; To provide scientific analysis and regulatory functions;
• Conduct analysis of scientific data; Formulate proposals and compile reports; develop and customize scientific models and techniques. Continuous research and development of studies to improve expertise; Human Capital development – Mentor, train and develop candidate scientists and others to promote skills / knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate 3-4 years’ National Higher diploma or BTECH degree in Civil Engineering or Relevant qualification. Compulsory registration with ECSA Relevant Experience in the field of the Engineering Sector will be an advantage. 

DUTIES :

• Design and construction contract management of irrigation, sub-surface, drainage, water run-off control, soil conservation structures and stock water systems. Design and construction contract management of other on-farm infrastructure i.e. fences, animal handling and housing facilities, dams, buildings. Technical and engineering skills in agricultural development support programs, i.e. CASP, ILLIMA, and LETSEMA

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An Undergraduate (NQF 7) in Environmental Sciences, Communication Science/ Social Sciences or Educational qualifications or relevant equivalent qualification.
• Five years’ experience at a middle management level would be regard as an added advantage in the relevant field.

DUTIES :

• Manage the development and implementation of stakeholder engagement plan. Develop, implement and manage the Department’s Environmental education and awareness campaigns strategies and plans. Manage the development and implementation of community outreach and Eco - school’s engagement programs.
• Engage the district offices in the development of issue / locally based stakeholder engagement programs. Provide leadership in measuring the effectiveness of environmental education approaches employed by the department. Develop projects and action plans. Develop educational tools to promote environmental action within the communities of the Northern Cape. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Senior Certificate, National Diploma (NQF level 6 as recognized by SAQA) in Supply Chain Management or Public Administration or Public Management or Financial Management coupled with at least 3 years’ relevant experience at supervisory level or SL 7/8 within a SCM environment. 

DUTIES :

• Monitor the implementation of demand, and acquisition processes: Coordinate the invitation, evaluation and adjudication of quotations. Investigate the availability of the required source in the market. Assess the needs of the end users. Compile Demand Management Plan and Procurement Plan. Promote and ensure compliance with the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (BBBEE) and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act 5 of 2000) (PPPFA) in the Department. Ensure that optimal sourcing strategies and techniques are used.
• Establish and maintain a database of suppliers when obtaining quotations. Co-ordinate and facilitate Procurement Committee meetings Demand and Acquisition Management including overseeing secretariat function of Bid Committees i.e. Bid Specification Committee, Bid Evaluation Committee and Bid Adjudication Committee. Maintenance of up-to-date asset register: Ensure that all assets are recorded in the asset register. Ensure that new acquisitions are recorded in the asset register. Reconcile asset register with BAS. Ensure that asset reconciliation through physical verification is being conducted quarterly.
• Efficient management of assets: Ensure that assets are marked and bar coded. Manage the movement of assets and the signing of transfer forms. Review asset description.
• Management of disposal: Championing of disposal of assets to NGOs for districts. Ensure that all assets identified for disposal are bar-coded and listed correctly. Ensure proper keeping of all assets that have been disposed of. Consolidate asset register for all districts.
• Performance of logistics management: Ensure that stock counting is done quarterly. Produce status report on the findings of stock taking. Monitoring of the ordering, receipt and storing of stationery and printing consumables.
• Implementation of policies to minimize risk of losses: Ensure that all stock items are reported and follow-up is done. Ensure that all officials are aware of the loss control policies. Manage the allocated resources of the Sub-directorate in line with legislative and departmental policy directives and comply with corporate governance and planning imperatives: Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness.
• Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager. Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities. Ensure timeous development of job description and implementation of Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all employees in the Sub directorate. Manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates. Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma / B-Degree) in the Natural Sciences or Environmental Sciences / Management / equivalent Science Degree with at least 2 years post qualification experience in EIAs, Environmental Management or related field. A valid driver’s licence. 

DUTIES :

• Process EIA applications, provide technical advice and procedural advice to stakeholders and applicants. Attend Environmental Management Committee meetings as required for project presentations and technical advice. Conduct site inspections, draft and recommend environmental authorisation for submission and decision-making by relevant delegated authority.
• Disseminate relevant information on State of the Environment reporting, provide information to internal clients to enable effective and efficient cross-functioning of integrated environmental management, etc. Perform all administrative and procedure required for the effective and efficient operation Impact Assessment.