Scientific Manager: Information and Analytical Services

Okubalulekile

Scientific Manager: Information and Analytical Services at Department of Agriculture in Western Cape.

Izidingo

• An appropriate MSc degree in Meteorology / Environmental Science / Geoscience;
• Compulsory and valid registration with the SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist in the appropriate field of practice;
• A minimum of 6 years post qualification natural scientific experience;
• A valid code B driving license.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies, legislation, guidelines, standards, procedures and best practices;
• Management principles;
• Statistical information;
• Public Service Regulatory Framework;
• People Management processes;
• Project management;
• Public Financial Management Act and its Regulations;
• Skills in the following: Communication (written and verbal);. Interpersonal;. Analytical;
• Planning and organising;. Motivational;
• Policy formulation;. Presentation/facilitation;
• Financial management;
• People management;
• Problem solving skills.

Umsebenzi

• Facilitate and coordinate policy, strategy development and implementation;
• Facilitate and oversee agricultural research and data management;
• People Management;
• Financial Management.

Indlela yokukhumbula

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Imibuzo: Dr F Vries Tel No: (021) 808 5014

Amanothi

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates 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 must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. 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. OTHER POSTS