• Reference Number : REFS/055884
• Directorate : AGRICULTURAL ECONOMICS SERVICES
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R605 742.00 per annum (plus benefits)
• Enquiries : Ms. Thili Mashau; Tel: 011 240 3096

Requirements :

• Grade 12 plus Honours Degree/Post Graduate Diploma (NQF Level 8) in Agricultural Economics/Agribusiness/Agri-Management qualification. 3-5 years relevant as an Agricultural Economist. Valid driver’s license (Code B). COMPETENCIES: Extensive experience in agriculture and agro-processing, including support to small and medium agro-enterprises. Sound knowledge of macro-economic analysis, economic modelling, econometrics and applied statistics relevant to the agricultural and agro-processing sectors. Ability to develop, apply and interpret economic models and to translate statistical output into accessible reports and dashboards for senior decision-makers. Knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislation and regulations that govern the Public Service, including the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act 1 of 1999), Treasury Regulations, the Public Service Act, 1994 (Act 103 of 1994), Agricultural Agroprocessing Master Plan. Excellent networking, report-writing and presentation skills; advanced computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, and statistical/economic modelling software). Good, communication skills (verbal and written) and planning and organizing skills. Good research skills. The ability to operate MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams). Ability to communicate complex technical and statistical information accurately, both verbally and in writing. Good planning, organizing and project management skills.

Duties :

• Oversee and monitor implementation of Gauteng City Region Agro-processing Strategy. Ensure the implementation of legislative framework and strategies aimed to encourage and promote initiatives to enhance access to markets as well as finance by emerging farmers. Identify potential agribusiness opportunities and market access for small and medium farmers for participation in the mainstream economy. Promote food safety and quality assurance to encourage entrance and active participation of small and medium farmers and entrepreneurs in the mainstream of the agricultural economy. Provide technical guidance on feasibility studies, development and appraisal of business plans. Ability to develop and interpret Macro-Economics Reports. Conduct continuous, in-depth research and analysis of macro-economic trends, patterns and developments affecting Gauteng's agricultural and agro-processing economy. Develop, apply and maintain economic and econometric models - including partial equilibrium and forecasting models - to project sector performance and to support evidence-based planning and decision-making. Compile and disseminate the Weekly Market Intelligence reports, tracking commodity prices, input costs and market developments relevant to the provincial agricultural economy. Compile and maintain the Gauteng Agricultural Economic Dashboard, consolidating key sector indicators and statistics for use by senior management, the Director and external stakeholders. Undertake statistical analysis of agricultural and agro-processing economic data (production, trade, employment and GDP contribution) to inform policy formulation, strategy and planning. Compile position papers, briefing documents, information reports and populated databases for internal and external stakeholders on macro-economic and sector-performance matters. Establish and maintain a network for liaison with economic and agricultural analysis institutions (e.g. Statistics South Africa, National Treasury, BFAP, and DALRRD) to ensure alignment and access to credible data. Participate in planning, budgeting and financial management of the sub directorate. Coordinate and integrate agribusiness development initiatives amongst various departments in line with Inter Governmental Relations Framework. Plan and review policies and procedures relating to the programme work of the unit. Prepare project plans, budgets and Terms of Reference (TOR) of the sub directorate. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports of the sub-directorate.

Notes :

• To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/ or Hand Deliver at Ground floor, Main entrance 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House Johannesburg. All manual applications must include a completed, initialized and signed NEW Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applications submitted on an OLD Z83 form will not be accepted. Certified copies of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate and the highest required qualifications as well as a driver’s licence where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to Human Resources on or before the day of the interview date. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such an evaluation report. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. The department will not accept applications sent through email or fax. Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered during/after the interview took place, the application will not be considered and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance agreement with the Department. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganization of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future. NB: For assistance with online applications, visit the following centres: 78 Fox Street, Marshalltown or Maponya Mall at Thuso House next to Home Affairs. It is the Department’s intention to promote retrospectivity (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filing of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. Department’s intention is to promote equity through the filling of posts in line with the Departments’ Employment Equity Plan (Coloureds, Indians and People living with disabilities are encouraged apply). No late applications will be considered. The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

Location : JOHANNESBURG

Closing Date : 07-08-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.