Jobs Available at Western Cape Department Of Agriculture

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC);
• A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.

Key Performance Areas

• Animal Health Services and Disease Control; Epidemiology and Data management; Veterinary Laboratory and Diagnostic Services; Veterinary Public Health and Food Safety Regulatory Services and Compliance;
• Extension Services and Stakeholder Engagement; Emergency Preparedness/Early warning and Risk Management; Administration and Management

Competencies

• Knowledge of the following: Extensive fieldwork and exposure to infectious diseases; Ability to work in high-pressure outbreak environments; Physical mobility and ability to conduct inspections and investigations; Availability for after-hours and emergency response. 
• Skills in the following: Computer literacy; Financial Management; Statistical; Research; Analytical; Communication; Interpretation. 

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Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Animal Health as recognized by SAQA; Valid registration with South African Veterinary Council;
• A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience within Animal Health environment; A valid driving licence. 

Key Performance Areas

• Manage and implement the detection, prevention, eradication and control of controlled and notifiable animal diseases and zoonosis; Manage a support service with regard to animal disease control, reproduction and production advancement, sample collection and law enforcement;
• Manage extension services on animal health to animal owners; Supervise the resources of the Component; Disease Surveillance, Control and Outbreak Management;
• Epidemiology and Data Management Regulatory Compliance and Law Enforcement; Veterinary Public Health and Biosecurity; Extension Services and Stakeholder Engagement; Resource and Team Management; Administration and Reporting.

Competencies

• Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Extensive fieldwork under varying environmental conditions; Exposure to infectious diseases and biohazards; Physical mobility and ability to work with animals; Availability for emergency disease response (including after-hours). 
• Skills in the following: Proven computer literacy (MS Office); Communication (written and verbal) skills; Supervisory skills; Investigation skills; Report writing; Analytical skills; Interpretation skils; Interpersonal skills. 

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Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree at NQF level 7 (equivalent or higher) in Financial/Management Accounting, Financial management or related field;
• A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory/ management accounting experience.

Key Performance Areas

• Facilitate and monitor the In year monitoring system (IYM); Effective co-ordination, compilation and registration of the Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and registration of the Adjusted budget process; Completion of the Annual Financial Statements; Appropriation statement;
• Design, development and implementation of Management Accounting policies and procedures with regards to SCOA; Review and maintain departmental tariff process for relevant programmes; Managerial functions. 

Competencies

• Working knowledge and understanding of the following: Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes;
• Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Basic Accounting System (BAS); Public service procedures, processes and systems;
• Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes;
• Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. 
• Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language; Project Management; Accounting, Finance and Audit; Financial analytical; Financial management; Planning and organising; Communication (written and verbal); Problem-solving and decision-making; Report writing and presentation; People management.  

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Minimum Requirements

• Senior certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification);
• A minimum of 1 year relevant experience; A valid (Code 8) driving licence.
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas

• Oversee the execution of routine activities in respect of crop production; Oversee the execution of routine activities in respect of livestock;
• Oversee the execution of general farm routine activities;
• Oversee the execution of general routine activities in respect of infrastructure and Perform all administrative and related functions.

Competencies

• Knowledge and good understanding of the following: Livestock management record keeping; Technical expertise and knowledge in crop production methods  irrigation, planting and fertilization; Infrstructure maintenance  Building of new fences and pipelines; Equipment maintenance;
• Skills in the following: Computer literacy in MS Office Package ( Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Staff supervision; Operational management; Problem-solving; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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Minimum Requirements

• Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification); A valid code B drivers license,
• NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas

• Render general clerical support services; Provide supply chain clerical support services;
• Provide personnel administration clerical support services; Provide financial administration support services and Provide a reception service.

Competencies

• Knowledge of the following: Clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture computer and collecting statistics; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Working procedures in terms of the working environment; 
• Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); Communication (written and verbal); Planning and organisation; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.