Lecturer: Agronomy (Elsenburg)

Requirements

• An appropriate 4-year BSc degree (equivalent or higher qualification);
• A minimum of 3 years appropriate experience;
• A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.
• NB:
• People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
• Competencies:
• Proven knowledge of the following:
• Agronomy Production and Pasture management;
• Vegetable crops produced and alternative crops produced in the Western Cape;
• Presentation;
• Verbal and Written communication skills;
• Computer literacy;
• Leadership, Planning and Organising skills;
• Formal training and presentation.

Duties

• Prepare lesson plans and present practical, theoretical and/or short courses;
• Renewal and development of course material and study guides;
• Assessment of students through compilation of question papers and memorandums for examination;
• Administrative responsibilities;
• Keep abreast of applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field.

How to apply

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Enquiries

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.
• 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.