Vacancies Available at Western Cape Department Of Agriculture

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 4 year qualification (NQF level 8) in Agriculture or equivalent qualification within Agricultural field as recognised by SAQA; Registered with SACNASP or any other recognised professional body (Proof to be submitted); A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas

• Compilation of project submissions and project implementation; Conduct relevant project evaluation within the monitoring and evaluation framework; Deliver continuous support to all farmers, especially developing farmers across all functions, which include land reform, infrastructure development, extension and support on production and economic principles, institutional support as well as capacity building of food security; Assist with research and demonstration trials under supervision;
• Provide information on markets; Facilitate workshops and planning sessions to determine the needs and progress; Write reports regarding technical progress; Promote sustainable production systems; Facilitate the development of organisational skills of the developing agricultural sector; Facilitate relevant training as well as to support projects; Participate as the member of the project team by giving sound and technical input for the compilation of business plans;
• General office administration; Ensure the implementation of Agricultural Information Management System (AIMS); Facilitate, engage and provide inputs to implementing agencies and relevant Commodity Project Allocation Committees (CPAC’s) in the delivery and implementation of projects; Practise Batho Pele principles; Uphold the Core Values of the Western Cape Government. 

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Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory registration as a Veterinarian 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

• Management of the State Veterinary area according to all the relevant legislation, policies and prescripts; Manage the prevention of the introduction and spread of controlled and non-controlled diseases according to Act 35 of 1984; Ensure provision of primary animal health care to owners of animals with specific emphasis on owners of designated groups;
• Facilitate and control exports of animals and animal products according to national and international requirements; Implementation of remedial and control actions if export requirements are not met; Provision of training, development and awareness programs (extension and outreach services) to communities with regards to Veterinary Services, Record keeping and reporting of activities and export data as required. 

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Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3 year National Diploma in Animal Production or equivalent qualification; Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Certificated Natural Scientist in the appropriate field of practice; 3 years post qualification technical scientific experience; A valid driving licence. 

Key Performance Areas

• Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures Provide technical support and advice; Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions; Research and development; Human capital development