Senior VET Support Officer

Overview

Senior VET Support Officer at Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land & Environmental Affairs in Thulamahashe.

Requirements

• Grade 12 plus a National Diploma / Undergraduate in Administration and minimum 1-2 experience an added advantage.
• Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of the relevant legislation, policies prescripts and procedures.
• Knowledge of Batho Pele principles and the public servant’s code of conduct.
• High level of reliability and confidentiality.
• Language skills and ability to communicate well with people at different levels and different backgrounds.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and internet proficiency.
• Planning and organising.
• Analytical, Database Management, Report writing, Interpersonal skills, Problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• A valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Assist with human resource development matters.
• Logistical duties and supervision of general workers.
• Provide administrative support to the state veterinary office.
• Manage and maintain files, registers, records and databases.
• Capture and update animal-health information and statistics.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, minutes and other official documents.
• Assist with planning and coordinating veterinary programmes and activities.
• Arrange and coordinate meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagements.
• Assist with procurement and financial administration, including requisitions, invoices and expenditure records.
• Monitor and manage office equipment, supplies and assets.
• Assist veterinary personnel with logistical arrangements for field visits, inspections and animal-health campaigns.
• Communicate with farmers, livestock owners, veterinary staff and other government officials.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure that government policies, procedures and legislation are followed.
• Assist with data collection, monitoring and reporting on animal- health activities.
• Provide support during animal-disease control programmes and campaigns where required.
• Perform general administrative duties and any other tasks delegated by the supervisor.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online through the link: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr. S. Mogakane at 082 338 2476 or Ms. M Matsoalela at 072 459 8078

Notes

A recent comprehensive CV, ID and contactable references (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Emailed applications will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time to be determine by the Department. The first two recommended candidates for Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to competency assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in your application being disqualified. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service. MANAGEMENT ECHELON