Job Description

The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the rendering of services in the agriculture and agribusiness sector in the field of Production/ Farm Management and Rural Development Economics.
Minimum RequirementsAn appropriate Honours degree (equivalent or higher qualification) with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects; A minimum of 6 years relevant experience of which 3 years is managerial experience. A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
RecommendationNone.
Key Performance AreasManage the Division: Production Economics by performing administrative functions (human resource, financial, strategic planning); Manage the application, adaptation of and or development of models e.g. enterprise budgets among others in order to reflect the current situation and or forecast/project possible scenarios; Manage and conduct in-depth study/research of development/patterns/trends in a specific agricultural environment (production, reform, farm management, business support etc.) and compile final outputs e.g. reports, position papers, information documents etc.; Manage the analyse/identification of economic questions/challenges in the filed production/farm management and rural development economics; Manage the provision of advice to internal and external stakeholders and including development, monitoring and evaluation of business plans
CompetenciesKnowledge in the following: Agriculture and agribusiness environment; Economic and financial (advanced) analytical techniques.Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Appropriate strategic management and leadership skills; Advance communication skills (written and verbal/presentation); Negotiation skills (advanced); Proven ability to conduct research, analytical skills and to conceptualise policy; Ability to network.
RemunerationAll inclusive salary package of R 958 824 per annum (Salary Level 12).Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed.
NotesShortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Western Cape Government