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The Western Cape Government creates laws for and provides services to the people of the Western Cape. We work closely with the National Government and municipalities in the Western Cape to ensure that citizens of the province have access to the services, facilities and information they need. We are committed to delivering an open opportunity society for all.
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 Viticulture 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 Viticulture; A valid code B driving licence.
Recommendation
- Relevant experience in wine and table grape 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 system; FaciIitate the development of organisational skills of the developing agricultural sector; Facilitate relevant training as well as to support projects; Participate as the 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.
Competencies
- Knowledge of the following: Wine and Tble grape production; Project management practices; Land reform programme and project implementation; Following skills: Research; Excellent written and verbal communication; Report writing; Sound organisational and leadership abilities; Proven Computer literacy in MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
