Senior Agricultural Advisor: Pomologist (Caledon), Ref No. Agr 31/2025

Details Closing Date: 2025/04/14
Reference Number: WCG250227-6
Tracking Number: AGR 31/2025
Job Title: Senior Agricultural Advisor: Pomologist (Caledon), Ref No.
AGR 31/2025
Department: Agriculture
Salary Level: 9
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Caledon, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Purpose: The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector through the application of the appropriate extension principles and methods.
Minimum Requirements: An appropriate 4 year BSc Agric degree (NQF 8) or higher majoring in Pomology or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA;Registered with SACNASP or any other recognised professional body (Proof to be submitted);A minimum of 3 years experience in pomology extension;A valid code B (or higher) driving licence.Recommendation: Relevant experience in fruit production.
Key Performance Areas: Compilation of project submissions and the management of project implementation;Conduct relevant development of farmers across all functions which include land reform, infrastructure development project evaluation within the monitoring and evaluation framework;Deliver continuous support to all farmers especially extension and support on production and economic principles, institutional support as well as capacity building of food security;Assist with research and demonstration trials;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 support projects;Participate as a 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;Lead, guide and provide support to lower level extension staff and admin support staff.Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Wine and Table grape production;Project management practices;Land reform programme and project implementation;Research skills;Excellent written and verbal communication;Report writing;Sound organisational and leadership abilities;Proven computer literacy in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).Remuneration: R 444 036 - R 532 602 per annum (Salary Level 9).
Note on remuneration: additional 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 attend interviews and a practical 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.
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.
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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