Deputy Director: Agricultural Information Systems, Ref No. AGR 46/2023 R1 Details Closing Date 2024/06/17 Reference Number WCG240508-2 Tracking Number AGR 46/2023 R1 Job Title Deputy Director: Agricultural Information Systems, Ref No. AGR 46/2023 R1 Department Agriculture Salary level 11 Enquiries Dr DP Troskie at (021) 808 5190 Job Type Permanent Location - Country South Africa Location - Province Western Cape Location - Town / City Elsenburg (Stellenbosch) Job Purpose The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct strategic research and develop key documents of strategy relevance for the Department of Agriculture. Post graduate Degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Development Planning or Planning; A minimum of 5 years management level experience in the development of governement statutory documents as well as in government monitoring and reporting; A valid driving license (Code B or higher). Recommendation Experience of working in a government environment.  Key Performance Areas Conduct strategic research relevance to the Western Cape Agriculture Sector; Develop and annually review the Department's strategic planning documents (Departmental Strategic Plan {SP} and Annual Performance Plan {APP}). Coordinate the Department's contribution to Provincial Strategic Processes; Perform management, administrative and related functions. Knowledge the following: Western Cape Agriculture sector; Policy development processes and key role players in the Western Cape; Government systems and processes; Strategic processes and players in the Western Cape. Skills needed: Analytcial and policy analysis; networking; Stategic thinking; Communication (written and verbal); Report writing; Planning and organising; Conflict management; People Management; Strategic Planning; Budget Management.  Remuneration All-inclusive salary package of R 849 702 per annum (Salary level 11)Note on remuneration: 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 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. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. 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. This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.#J-18808-Ljbffr