POST 07/115 : SENIOR AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIST (X6 POSTS)
SALARY : R552 081 per annum (Level 10)

CENTRE : Ref No: SSC17/2025:
ILembe District (X1 Post)
Harry Gwala District (1 x post)
UThukela District (X1 Post)
UGu District (X1 Post)
Ref No: NSC05/2025:
Zululand District (X1 Post)
King Cetshwayo District (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level 08 qualification in Agricultural Economics and a valid driver’s
licence. Experience: 3 – 5 years’ appropriate experience in Agricultural
Economist environment. Knowledge: RSA Constitution, White Paper on
Agriculture in KZN, Agricultural Policy Action Plan, National Development Plan,
Provincial Growth and Development Plan, PFMA, Economic and Financial
(advanced) analytical techniques, Treasury Regulations, Project Management
Principles, social dynamics of KZN communities, service delivery frameworks
and KZN Agricultural Development Policy. Skills: Technical skills: Analytical
and data analysis, economic, financial and statistical analysis, advanced Excel,
communication (verbal and written), presentation, technical report writing
abilities, business plan development and analysis. Generic Skills: planning and
organizing, teamwork, problem solving and analysis, creativity and innovation,
decision making, public speaking, computer literacy, social facilitation and
conflict management, stakeholder engagement, team management.

DUTIES : Continuous in-depth study/research of developments, patterns and trends in a
specific agricultural environment. Undertake and oversee the analysis and
identification of economic questions and challenges in a specific
environment/situation pertaining to legislation, strategy, policy initiatives and
interventions. Undertake and oversee the application, adaptation and/or
development of models in order to reflect the current situation and/or
forecast/project possible scenarios. Undertake and oversee the provision of
advice to internal and external stakeholders on the impact of forecasts for
decision-making, initiatives and/or interventions within a specific environment.
Undertake and oversee the development and evaluation of business plans.

Establish and maintain a network for liaison with economic and agricultural
analysis institutions. Perform administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr NF Gumede (ILembe) Tel No: (032) 437 7508
Ms M Malunga (Harry Gwala) Tel No: (039) 834 7600
Ms N Sithole (Uthukela) Tel No: (036) 6346301
Ms MP Gwala (Ugu) Tel No: (039) 6822045
Mr MD Dlamini (Zululand) Tel No: (035) 874 9000/9014
Mr S Shandu (King Cetshwayo) Tel No: (035) 7806700

POST 07/116 : CONTROL ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN REF NO: SSC18/2025

SALARY : R552 081 per annum (Level 10)

CENTRE : Harry Gwala District – Ixopo

REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Animal Health (NQF level 6), registration with the South
African Veterinary Council as an Animal Health Technician and a valid driver’s
license. Experience: 3 – 5 years’ post qualification relevant experience.
Knowledge: Veterinary and Para-Veterinary Professions Act, Animals
Diseases Act, Animal Identification Act, Animal Health Act. Skills: Language,
communication, presentation, analytical thinking, interpersonal relations,
computer, organizational, time management, supervision, report writing,
conflict management, project planning.

DUTIES : Manage the detection, prevention, eradication and control of controlled and
notifiable animal diseases and zoonosis. Manage a support service with regard
to animal disease control, reproduction and production advancement, sample
collection and law enforcement. Manage extension services on animal health
to animal owners. Manage primary animal health care activities. Perform
administrative duties and supervision of staff.

ENQUIRIES : Dr. MS Masimege Tel No: (033) – 343 8320

POST 07/117 : SENIOR AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR (X4 POSTS)

SALARY : R444 036 per annum (Level 09)

CENTRE : Ref No: SSC19/2025:
Ray Nkonyeni Local Office – UGu District (X1 Post)
Ref No: NSC06/2025:
Dannhauser Local Office – Amajuba District (X1 Post)
ULundi Local Office – Zululand District (X2 Posts)

REQUIREMENTS : An NQF level 08 qualification in Agriculture, professional registration with
SACNASP (not as a Candidate) and a valid driver’s license. Experience: 3
years’ post qualification experience in Agriculture. Knowledge: Extension
methodology, RSA Constitution, White Paper on Agriculture for KZN, Norms
and Standards for Extension and Advisory Services, Strategy for Agrarian
Transformation in KZN, Agricultural Extension and Advisory Principles,
Scientific Agricultural Methods, Agricultural Policy Action Plan, National
Development Plan, Provincial Growth and Development Plan, Public Service
Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA, Labour Relations Act, EPMDS,
Community Development, Public Participation, Community Outreach, Project
Management Principles, Social Dynamics of KZN Communities, Service
Delivery Frameworks and Treasury Regulations. Skills: Analytical and data
analysis, scientific methodology and models, research and development,
scientific editing and review, project management, professional judgement,
computer aided scientific applications, planning and organizing, team work,
problem solving and analysis, creativity and innovation, decision making,
customer focus and responsiveness, communication, presentation, public
speaking, computer literacy, social facilitation and conflict management,
scientific/technical verbal and written communication and scientific/technical
reports/papers/articles.

DUTIES : Render scientific and technical advice to internal and external clients under
mentorship to ensure sustainable development. Provide technical support for
organized agriculture and other agricultural stakeholders, provide advice and
after care and also assist with planning. Provide technical support on
agricultural projects (such as CASP, LRAD, Flagship, Catalytic, etc). Promote
sustainable production of agricultural products. Involvement in research
activities. Perform administrative and related functions.

ENQUIRIES : Ms MP Gwala (UGu) Tel No: (039) 682 2045
Ms TT Mzimela (Amajuba) Tel No: (034) 315 3936
Mr MD Dlamini (Zululand) Tel No: (035) 874 9000/9014

APPLICATIONS : All applications must be addressed to the Head of Department and for
reference numbers starting with SSC may be hand delivered or couriered to 4
Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton, 3245. Applications may also be posted to Private Bag
X6005, Hilton, 3245. All applications for reference numbers starting with NSC
may be hand delivered or couriered to Lot no. 11634, Corner of Via Verbena
and Loop Street, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay, 3900. Applications may also be
posted to Private Bag X1048, Richards Bay, 3900. Applicants are discouraged
from sending applications through registered mail because the Department will
not be responsible for non-collection of these applications. Applicants may also
submit their completed and signed Z83 application forms and CV’s directly to
the following email addresses: kz**********@*********ov.za for reference
numbers starting with SSC OR kz**********@*********ov.za for reference
numbers starting with NSC. Applicants may also visit any one of our
Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) where our friendly staff will
assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can
find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at
www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs

CLOSING DATE : 07 March 2025