Agricultural Economist: Macro and Resource Economics (Elsenburg)Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government.

Requirements

• Appropriate NQF level 8 or equivalent qualification with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects.;
• A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
• Competencies:
• Knowledge of the following:
• Agriculture and agribusiness sector;
• Macroeconomics and resource economics;
• Data handling and management;
• Ability to independently conduct research, and reporting.
• Skills in the following:
• Advanced computer literacy;
• Research;
• Writing and Reporting;
• Communication skills (Written and Verbal);
• Excellent networking;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Economic and Statistical analysis;
• Administration;
• Strategic Planning.

Duties

• Perform Administration and Related Functions;
• Conduct Research and Analysis to Support Outputs in the Division and Inform Decision-Making;
• Give advice, Disseminate Research Results;
• Communicate with Industry Stakeholders and advise to Management;
• Promote integrated governance to deliver on the mandate of the Department and liaison in the field of Macroeconomics and Resource economics;
• Support the training activities of the Department;
• Support sound decision-making through integrating and updating related databases.

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Notes from the department

• 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.
• Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
• 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.
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