Assistant Agricultural Practitioner, 3-year contract (various positions available) Ref. no. AGR 57/2025 needed at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose

• The main purpose of this position is to promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector through technology transfer and application of correct extension principles and methods.

Minimum Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma NQF Level 6 /B-Degree or higher); Compulsory registration with South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP).
• No experience required.
• A valid driving licence (Code B or higher).

Recommendation None.

Key Performance Areas

• To assist in rendering general agricultural advice to internal and external clients to ensure sustainable development.
• Assist in demonstration of farming methods, to ensure efficient utilization resources like soil, water, veld, money and others.
• Assist in organizing farmers day, information sessions etc. Assist in conducting farm visits and use visitation tools for impact assessment and the development of farm business plans.
• Source technical and functional input from specialists as required by producers.
• Assist in providing clients with information concerning financial assistance.
• To assist in providing technical support on all agricultural projects, food security initiatives, and land development support programmes and assist with planning, advice, facilitation of training and aftercare. Assist in identification and mobilize interest groups to form entities or institution.
• Assist in organizing meetings to identify training needs. Assist to facilitate capacity building and provide aftercare. Assist in the

Competencies

• Knowledge, Competencies and skills of the following: Extension Methodology, good communication skills (verbal and written), basic reporting skills, a basic level of public speaking, understanding of group dynamics and the ability to communicate with clients and farmers.
• Applicants must be prepared to physically visit farmers (farms or projects) within the areas where they will be placed.

Remuneration

• R 193 359 per annum (Salary level 4) plus 37% in lieu of benefits.