Western Cape Department of Agriculture

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Scientific Technician (Production Level): Soil Plant Water Interaction (2 posts available in Elsenburg and Tygerhoek), Ref No. AGR 19/2024 R2

Closing Date
2025/06/17
Reference Number
WCG250513-2
Tracking Number AGR 19/2024 R2
Job Title Scientific Technician (Production Level): Soil Plant Water Interaction (2 posts available in Elsenburg and Tygerhoek), Ref No. AGR 19/2024 R2
Department Agriculture
Salary level OSD
Enquiries Ms A Swanepoel at (021) 808 5320
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Elsenburg and Tygerhoek
Job Purpose
The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has opportunities for two (2) competent and suitably qualified individuals to render technical execution of research trials for the development of new technology and the adaptation of existing technology aimed at improving farming efficiency in soil plant water interaction.

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3 year National Diploma in Soil Science 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.

Recommendation
Experience in soil science research; Experience with soils in small grain crops and systems of the Western Cape.

Key Performance Areas
Render technical assistance in research projects for the development of more efficient farming practices; Administer the creation/adaptation/maintenance of the necessary infrastructure in accordance with the project plan; Perform all administrative and related functions; Render advice and disseminate technical information to applicable role players; Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Major small grain crops in the Western Cape; Soils in the Western Cape, climate smart agriculture; Settings, calibration and basic maintenance of appropriate equipment and implements; Technical scientific inputs needed for research trials in the field; Farm work related to research; Technical planning skills; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc); Communication (written and vertbal) skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration
Grade A: R 391 671- Grade C: R 586 665

Note on remuneration: 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, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and 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 086 137 0214. 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.

Deputy Director-General: Agricultural Research and Regulatory Services (AGR 41/2025)

Closing Date
2025/06/17
Reference Number
WCG250430-8
Tracking Number AGR 41/2025
Job Title Deputy Director-General: Agricultural Research and Regulatory Services (AGR 41/2025)
Department Agriculture
Salary level 15
Enquiries Dr MP Sebopetsa: 021 – 808 5006
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Elsenburg, Stellenbosch
Job Purpose
The Western Cape Government is looking to employ a highly motivated and innovative individual, to manage the Branch: Agricultural Research and Regulatory Services for the Department of Agriculture, based in Elsenburg, Stellenbosch.

Minimum Requirements

• Appropriate 5 year (NQF 8) qualification within an Agricultural Science or Public Administration environment; * A minimum of 8 years appropriate senior management experience; * Valid driver’s licence (code B); and * The successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme (see paragraph 4 in notes below).

Recommendation

• Master or higher qualification within an Agricultural Science or Public Administration environment
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the Agricultural Sector.

Key Performance Areas • Enhance and sustain the departmental strategic direction in line with the strategic vision, budget and management plans, of both the Department and the Western Cape Government;

• Oversee strategic line function management regarding:
  (i) Veterinary services pertaining, to animal health, food safety, export control, laboratory services,
  (ii) Research and development of agricultural technology,
  (iii) Agricultural economic research and client support;
• Evaluate and interpret impact of provincial, national and environmental variables;
• Advise top management and executing authority on impact of strategic changes;
• Ensure compliance with Public Service statutory frameworks, regulations and professional ethics applicable to programmes in the Branch;
• Maintain good relations with industrial role-players, academic institutions and other relevant bodies in the Agricultural environment;
• Promote Agricultural research and regulatory services across all spheres of government;
• Explore and implement new ways of service delivery innovations; and
• People Management.
  Competencies * Excellent planning, organising, computer, presentation and people management skills;
• Knowledge of applicable legislation;
• Strategic capability, management and leadership skills;
• The ability to multitask, deal with ambiguity, manage under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances;
• Financial management and negotiation skills; and
• Ability to communicate at all levels and across sectors utilising various media.
  Remuneration
  All-inclusive salary package of R 1 741 770.00 per annum (Level 15). Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.

Notes
1) Note: Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

2) All shortlisted candidates must make themselves available to be interviewed at a date, time and place as decided by the selection panel.

3) All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools.

4) The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before they may be appointed into this post. The purpose of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme, which is a public service specific training programme applicable to all applicants who aspire to join the SMS, is to ensure that potential SMS members have a background on processes and procedures linked to the SMS. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details may be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/

5) Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful.

Chief Accounting Clerk: Salary Deductions, Ref No. AGR 42/2025

Closing Date
2025/06/17
Reference Number
WCG250430-5
Tracking Number AGR 42/2025
Job Title Chief Accounting Clerk: Salary Deductions, Ref No. AGR 42/2025
Department Agriculture
Salary level 7
Enquiries Ms S Adonis at (021) 808 5104
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Elsenburg
Job Purpose
The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to facilitate the control over salary advices, tax matters, persal deductions and allowances, Travel and Subsistence and maintenance of suspense accounts. Debt Management.

Minimum Requirements
Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent qualification) with Accounting as a passed subject; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Debt Management or related.

Recommendation
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.

Key Performance Areas
Debt Management; Accounting Policies and Procedures (Journals and Payments), Suspense and Ledger accounts; Human Resources Management and Operational Planning; Tax matters; Persal deductions and allowances; Maintenance over operating systems (PERSAL), Batch Control, salary advices and third party payments, Persal Forum; Travel and subsistence.

Competencies
Knowledge of the following: Financial background specifically in Public Sector Finance; PERSAL and BAS; Relevant legislation, directions and procedures with regard to financial administration and more specifically of: PFMA, NTR’S, PTI’S and Division of Revenue Act (DORA); SCOA. Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet, Outlook); Planning and organising; Problem solving and decision making within the field of work; Analysing; Numeracy skills; Supervisory skills; Ability to interpret policies and directives; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration
R 325 101 – R 382 959 per annum (Salary level 7)

Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and 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 086 137 0214. 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.

Deputy Director: Technical Support, Ref No. AGR 08/2024 R1

Closing Date
2025/06/17
Reference Number
WCG250430-2
Tracking Number AGR 08/2024 R1
Job Title Deputy Director: Technical Support, Ref No. AGR 08/2024 R1
Department Agriculture
Salary level 11
Enquiries Mr. J. Aries at (021) 808 5103
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Elsenburg
Job Purpose
The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide technical pomology production support for the Chief Directorate: Agricultural Producer Support and Development (APSD).

Minimum Requirements
An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Pomology, Horticulture or related field; A minimum of 6 years experience in an agricultural environment; 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.

Recommendation
An appropriate post graduate (BSc Hons and/or MSc degrees or higher qualification); Practical experience in: Pome/stone fruit, citrus or berry production; Research and development as well as adaptive research; Mentoring, coaching and supervision of pomology related extension; Networking with fruit industry and related commodities on a professional level.

Key Performance Areas
Develop internal operational and information systems, consisting of appropriate data, frameworks and procedures in order to improve the efficiency of advisory services in Pome, stone citrus and berry production spheres; Develop technical, economic and business acumen of extension officers regarding pomology production, operations and improved service delivery; Facilitate training and capacity building to agriculturists and farmers; Provide strategic and specialist inputs to implement innovations and perform critical supportive roles in animal production; Administration and management of human resources.

Competencies
Knowledge and understanding of the following: Agricultural pomology production sector; Soil crop relations, climatic conditions for crops in the province; Rural promology advisory services and related policies; Land reform and applicable agricultural development policies in South Africa; Financial Management, Human Resources and applicable prescripts. Skills needed: Scientific writing and editing; Communication (written,verbal and report writing); Planning and organising; Computer especially in MS Office, Adobe and CC Suite; Excellent attention to detail; Good interpersonal and technical intelligence capabilities.

Remuneration
All-inclusive salary package of R 896 436 per annum (Salary level 11)

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, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees’ service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and 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 086 137 0214. 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.

Registry Clerk: Records Management and Registry Services (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 40/2025

Closing Date
2025/05/26
Reference Number
WCG250408-3
Tracking Number AGR 40/2025
Job Title Registry Clerk: Records Management and Registry Services (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 40/2025
Department Agriculture
Salary level 5
Enquiries Ms A Hanise at (021) 808 5116
Job Type Permanent
Location – Country South Africa
Location – Province Western Cape
Location – Town / City Elsenburg – Head office
Job Purpose
The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent individual to provide registry services.

Minimum Requirements
Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification).

Recommendation
Clerical or relevant 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.

Key Performance Areas
Provide registry services; Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence; Render an effective filing and record management service; Operate office machines in relation to the registry service; Process documents for archiving and disposal.

Competencies
A good understanding of the following: Registry duties, practices and operate computer; Legislative framework governing the Public Service; Storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment; Understanding of the work in registry; Skills in the following: Proven computer literacy; Planning and organisation; Written and verbal communication; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration
R 228 321 – R 268 950 per annum (Salary level 5)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes
Applicants from relevant local communities will receive preferences.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and 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 086 137 0214. 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.

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