Assistant Director: Agriculture Operations

What you will need

• An appropriate recognised 4-year qualification (NQF Level 7) in Agriculture, Agricultural Management, Agricultural Extension, Animal Science, Crop Production, Agronomy or a related agricultural field.
• Knowledge of agricultural extension methodologies and advisory services.
• Computer literate.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of project planning and management. knowledge of agricultural production systems, resource management, and sustainable farming practices.
• Knowledge of policy development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• Knowledge of Public Service legislation, policies and prescripts, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act, and departmental policies.
• Planning and organisation.
• Reporting procedures.
• Administration procedures relating to the specific work environment including norms and standards.
• Interpersonal relationship.
• Problem solving.
• Project management.
• Financial management.
• Analytical thinking.
• Verbal exchange of information.
• Written 39 communication for notes, memos, letters and reports.
• Supervisory and management, advanced communication and presentation skills.

Experience

A minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience in the agricultural environment.

Driver's licence

Valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

• Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of project planning and management. knowledge of agricultural production systems, resource management, and sustainable farming practices.
• Supervisory and management, advanced communication and presentation skills.

Key responsibilities

• Provide scientific and technical agricultural advice to support departmental agricultural programmes and initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate agricultural operations and production performance across correctional centres against approved targets.
• Coordinate agricultural production programmes aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and offender rehabilitation.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets.

Additional details

• Grade: National

How to apply

• Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo
• Telephone: (012) 307 2174, (012) 305 8589

Please note

• Appointment under the Public Service Act.