PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: LIMPOPO DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with clear employment equity targets. Applications are hereby invited for the filling of the vacant posts, which exist in the Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development as outlined on the attached “Annexure A”. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
POST 39/120 : AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR: EXTENSION AND ADVISORY SERVICES (X14 POSTS)
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Sekhukhune South Central Ref No: LDARD 11/9/2024 (X2 Posts)
Capricorn East Ref No: LDARD 12/9/2024 (X2 Posts)
Capricorn South Ref No: LDARD 13/9/2024 (X3 Posts)
Vhembe Central Ref No: LDARD 14/9/2024 (X3 Posts)
Vhembe West Ref No: LDARD 15/9/2024 (X3 Posts)
Mopani East Ref No: LDARD 16/9/2024 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 plus an appropriate minimum qualification NQF Level 8 in agricultural extension or equivalent appropriate tertiary qualification as recognised by SAQA. Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) or other applicable and recognized statutory body. A valid driver’s license (with exception of people with disabilities).
Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Computer skills. Knowledge of extension methodology. Communication/presentation skills.
DUTIES : To promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector through the application of the appropriate extension principles and methods. Render scientific and technical advice to internal and external clients under mentorship to ensure sustainable development. Provide technical support in terms of planning, advice and after-care for organized agriculture and other agricultural stakeholders. Provide technical support on Government funded projects (such as CASP, LRAD etc.) and also assist with planning, advice and after-care. Promote sustainable production of Agricultural products. Involvement in research activities under guidance of seniors. Perform administrative and related functions. Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective extension service.
ENQUIRIES : Sekhukhune District: Ms. Laka MA Tel No: (015) 632 7000 or Ms. Mphahlele RS Tel No: (015) 632 7000 Capricorn District: Ms. Sebatjane LD Tel No: (015) 632 8609, Ms. Moeti M Tel No: (015) 632 8619 Vhembe District: Mr. Nemukondeni TC Tel No: (015) 9632006, Ms. Rathogwa MM Tel No: (015) 9632006 Mopani District: Ms. Malatji MA Tel No: (015) 812 3210 or Ms. Chaka NS Tel No: (015) 812 3228 and Ms. Hlungwani G Tel No: (015) 812 3211
POST 39/121 : AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR/LECTURER: ANIMAL PRODUCTION REF NO: LDARD 17/9/2024 (X1 POST)
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Tompi Seleka College of Agriculture
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 plus an appropriate minimum qualification NQF Level 8 in Agriculture in Animal Production /Science or equivalent appropriate tertiary qualification as recognised by SAQA. minimum of two (02) years’ experience in Animal Production. Teaching experience will be an 80 added advantage.
Knowledge, Competencies and Skills: Advanced communication/Presentation skills. Knowledge of project planning and management. Computer literacy skills. Problem solving and conflict management skills. Planning and organizing skills. Ability to work with people of diverse culture and communicate and interact at various levels. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to travel, work under pressure and beyond normal working hours.
DUTIES : Provision of lectures in large and small ruminants (Beef and small stock production and other animal science related modules/subjects). Provide lectures to Diploma students and farmers. Help during selection, admission and orientation of first year students. Research information on the internet and library. Prepare learner, practical, workbook, facilitator guide and lesson plan. Prepare tests, assignments, quiz, tutorial and their memorandums. Prepare examination and reexamination question papers. Mark tests, assignment scrips and prepare semester and final mark. Invigilates during tests and examinations. Providing counselling, mentoring, coaching, and parental and pastoring roles. Placing and monitoring of students on work integrated learning/experimental learning. Marking or assessment of work integrated learning/Experiential learning reports. Conducting outreach service. Assist Head of Department - Animal Production in work-related issues.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mtswene PV Tel No: (015)294 3395, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3587
APPLICATIONS : Applicants must quote the relevant reference number on the application and apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za
or the below addresses:
Head office: Polokwane; Tompi Seleka College of Agriculture, Madzivhandila College of Agriculture and Mara Research Centre: The Acting Head of Department, Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X9487, Polokwane 0700 or hand delivered to: Office 48, Temo Towers Floor 2, 67/69 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0699.
Mopani District: The Director Mopani District Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X577, Giyani 0826 or hand delivered to: Old Parliamentary Building, Giyani 0826.
Waterberg District: The Director Waterberg District Limpopo Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X1048, Modimolle 0510 or hand delivered to: NTK Building, Modimolle 0510.
Capricorn District: The Director: Capricorn District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X28, Chuenespoort 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 28 Next to Traffic Government offices, Lebowakgomo.
Sekhukhune District: The Director: Sekhukhune District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X01, Chuenespoort 0745 or hand delivered to: Block 27 Next to Traffic Government offices, Lebowakgomo.
Vhembe District: The Director: Vhembe District, Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Private Bag X2247, Sibasa 0970 or Physical address: Handed in at Makwarela Government offices.
CLOSING DATE: 08 November 2024 at 16H00.
NOTE : Applications should be submitted on the prescribed 2021 Z83 form obtainable from all Government Departments or can be downloaded from www.gov.za. Applicants must utilize the most recent Z83 application for employment form as issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulation, 2016, as amended, failure to do so will results in disqualification. The z83 form must be fully completed, duly signed, dated, and initialed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to completion of the new z83 form by the applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D should be completed. In Part B, all fields must be completed in full except the following; South African applicants need not provide passport numbers, If an applicant responds “no” to the question “ Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private Company conducting business with the State?” then the answer to the next question “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interests?” can be left blank or indicated as not applicable. A “not applicable” or blank response will be allowed on the question “if your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration” if you are not in possession of such registration. Noting there is limited space provided for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information required is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application of employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein. The question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered. The declaration should be completed and signed. The application must include only completed and signed Z83 form and A recently updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience). Additional documents / Certified copies of the Identity Document, and the required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the date of the interview date. The applicant may submit additional information separately where the space provided on z83 form is not sufficient. Applicants who apply for more than one position are requested to submit separate applications for each position they wish to apply for. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving and if you have not heard from us within 90 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are hereby advised to, within 90 days, request reasons from the Department for any administrative action which has adversely affected them in terms of section 5(1)(2) of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 3 of 2000. By virtue of applying, you are consenting that the department should subject you to personnel suitability checks e.g. the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, financial checks and security vetting. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such an evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Successful incumbents will be expected to sign a performance agreement within three months of the assumption of duty and be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations. 75 76 Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment for the advertised posts. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. Note: Due to austerity measures, the department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending interviews. Note: The full contents of the advertised posts will be posted on the following websites: www.ldard.gov.za / and www.limpopo.gov.za
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