Deputy Director: Animal And Plant Production (Elsenburg), Ref No. Agr 16/2025

Deputy Director: Animal and Plant Production (Elsenburg), Ref No.
AGR 16/2025Details Closing Date: 2025/04/14
Reference Number: WCG250228-3
Tracking Number: AGR 16/2025
Job Title: Deputy Director: Animal and Plant Production (Elsenburg), Ref No.
AGR 16/2025
Department: Agriculture
Salary level: 11
Enquiries: Mr G Stander at (021) 808 5019
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Elsenburg, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Purpose: The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage the relevant academic department Animal and Plant Production of the Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute.
Minimum Requirements: An appropriate Honours Degree (equivalent or higher qualification).A minimum of 5 years relevant middle management experience (managerial experience in an academic environment).Recommendation: MSc Agriculture or equivalent qualification.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: Manage and develop relevant quality training programmes.Client services/stakeholder management and engagement/liaison.Policy determination.Financial management.People management.Procurement management.Knowledge and Skills: Policy development about training.Strategic management.Human resource management and development.Financial management.Agricultural directed practices.Relevant legislation and policies.Training programmes.Relevant service, research and farming machinery.Skills needed: Written and verbal communication.Interpersonal skills.Change management.Proven computer literacy.Supervisory skills.Analytical ability.Remuneration: All-inclusive salary package of R 849 702 per annum (Salary Level 11).
Notes: Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
These candidates will be required to do a practical 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.
Policy: The Western Cape Government is guided by the principles of Employment Equity.
Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.
Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

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