DALRRD Administrative / Secretarial Jobs in Pretoria
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Directorate: Water Use and Irrigation Development
DUTIES:
- Develop guidelines / Plans for the safe use and management of water within the Agricultural Sector.
- Conduct literature and collate information for the development of guidelines/plans/norms and standards for the management of water within the agricultural sector.
- Conduct literature review on new issues of concern to the Department in relation to irrigation or agricultural water use.
- Development of Terms of Reference / Concept Notes / Proposal for the new identified water/irrigation-related project.
- Promote the adoption of best practices for agricultural water management. Coordinate the development of popular articles such as water use efficiency pamphlets.
- Ensure distribution/circulation of updated / newly generated information to relevant stakeholders within the sector. Facilitate the development of a trial/demonstration plot for the testing of newly developed water-saving innovations.
- Facilitate the adoption of updated research findings by Provinces through summaries and distribution of completed research reports.
- Participate in national exhibitions.
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- Support the initiatives aimed at improving water use efficiency.
- Provide technical inputs /
- comments on legislative framework or other documents that affect agricultural water.
- Review research proposals from partners and other Departments.
- Provide technical advice on water and irrigation-related matters/research initiatives.
- Undertake necessary site visits to investigate water/irrigation related reported enquiries.
- Participate in Departmental working groups to address water-related issues.
- Support partnerships with other Departments and organisations.
- Participate in water/irrigation-related forums.
- Liaise and consult with relevant stakeholders.
- Support and provide guidance to Provincial Departments in ensuring effective use and water management.
- Undertake quarterly site visits to support the monitoring of irrigation projects funded through the Comprehensive Agricultural Support Programme / Ilima Letsema. Management of Technicians within the sub-directorate.
- Schedule and allocate work to subordinates.
- Manage work of the subordinates.
- Ensure capacity and development of staff.
- Ensure proper utilisation, monitoring and reporting expenditure.
- Evaluate and monitor performance and appraisal of employees.
- Manage and supervise staff. Coordinate monthly reports.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / Hydrology / Environmental Management or Water Resources Management.
- 3 years of relevant technical experience.
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Job-related knowledge:
Public Service Regulations, Procurement process, Planning and organising, Project management, Human Resource matters and Understanding relevant legislation and guiding the work of the sub-directorate, National Water Act (Act 36 of 1998), Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (Act No. 43 of 1983), National Water Resources Strategy, first edition, September 2004, National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998),
Irrigation Strategy of South Africa, Irrigation, Water Use Efficiency in Agriculture, Water management in agriculture, including water quality, Water resources management, Tools and technologies for improvement water management (South African Procedure for Estimating Irrigation Water requirements (SAPWAT), Decision support systems / Irrigation scheduling, etc) and Crop water requirements calculation.
Job-related skills:
Ability to communicate well with people at different levels, Planning and organising skills, Report writing skills, Communication skills (presentation and writing), Conduct and manage research skills, Data collection, analysis and interpretations skills, Facilitation, coordination and chairing skills,
Coaching and mentoring skills, Interpersonal skills, Problem-solving skills, Conflict management skills, People management, supervision and leadership skills, Computer literacy and ability to drive. Willingness to work extended hours and travel. A valid driver’s licence.
SALARY: R477 090 per annum (Level 10)
CENTRE: Silverton
ENQUIRIES: Ms N Mjadu Tel No: (012) 846 8597
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