POST 07/155 : AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR REF NO: LDARD 11/02/2025 (X6 POSTS)
SALARY : R376 413 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : LDARD (Placement will be done according to the needs in all the five districts)
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 plus an NQF Level 8 minimum qualification in agriculture or
equivalent appropriate tertiary qualification as recognised by SAQA. No
experience require. Compulsory registration with a South African Council
Natural Scientific Professions National professional body (SACNASP) or other
applicable and recognised statutory body. A valid driver’s licence (with
exception of people with disabilities). Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:
Extensive knowledge in agricultural advisory. Knowledge of production
planning and management. Knowledge of Public Service Legislation. IDPS,
PGDS and CASP, extension norms and standards. Report writing skills,
Computer skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, and ability to
communicate with stakeholders at all levels. Knowledge of new agricultural
technology and agricultural technical knowledge. Knowledge of project
monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of planning and organising, Facilitation
skills. Networking skills and knowledge of other agricultural programmes, e.g.
CASP, Letsema, Extension Recovery Plan (ERP), Land care and Fetsa Tlala.
Language proficiency will be tested.
DUTIES : To promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector through the
application of the appropriate extension principles and methods. Provide
technical support for organised agriculture and other agricultural stakeholders
and assist in planning, advice, and aftercare support. Promote sustainable
production of agricultural products. Determine the research needs of the area.
Establish and enhance the relationship with clients (internal and external)
stakeholders. Provide continuous support to ensure sustained production and
quality improvement. Render scientific and technical advice to internal and
external clients to ensure sustainable development. Conduct farmers’ days,
demonstrations, and information days to the farming communities. Conduct
situational analysis to identify the real needs and facilitate the implementation
of best practices and technology. Empower and build capacity of producers
and commodity groups to ensure self-reliance. Provide advice on various
subjects like crop production. Establish networks and linkages with all
stakeholders, keep relevant databases up to date, such as famers’ database.
APPLICATIONS : Applicants must quote the relevant reference number on the application and
apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za
NOTE : Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only due to the large
number of applications we envisage to receive 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 subject you to
personnel suitability checks e.g. the verification of educational qualifications,
previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, financial check, and
security vetting. Candidates with foreign qualifications are advised to attach
SAQA accreditation of their qualifications. 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. 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.
CLOSING DATE : 07 March 2025