Senior Project Manager REF NO: SSC24/2026 Job at Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Kwazulu-Natal

SALARY : R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive MMS salary package) 

CENTRE : Head Office - Cedara 

REQUIREMENTS :

• A Bachelor’s degree/ Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7, a SAQA recognized qualification in Project Management and a valid driver’s license.
• Experience: 3 years’ junior management experience in a project management environment.
• Knowledge: RSA Constitution, White Paper on Agriculture for KZN, Norms & Standards for Extension and Advisory Services, Strategy for Agrarian Transformation in KZN, Agricultural Policy Action Plan, National Development Plan, Provincial Growth and Development Plan, Public Service Act, Public Administration Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service professionalization, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, EPMDS, community development, Public Participation, community outreach, project management principles, social dynamics of KZN communities, Service Delivery Frameworks, Treasury Regulations.
• Skills: Language, listening, presentation, analytical thinking, interpersonal relations, computer skills, strategic planning, organizational skills, research, analytical, leadership, financial management, time management, report writing, problem solving, communication. conflict management, change management, self-disciplined and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision leadership, project management, people management, relationship management and decision making. 

DUTIES :

• Coordinate and facilitate planning of all agricultural projects including approval process. Monitor, evaluate and report on the implementation of agricultural projects.
• Ensure the provision and coordination of administration and other related services pertaining to projects.
• Develop and ensure implementation of policies and strategies related to agricultural projects. Manage the resources of the sub-directorate.