DIRECTOR: AGRO-PROCESSING 2 REFFERENCES NO: IC&G-102/26/7
Overview: To lead and manage the development and growth of the Agroprocessing sectors
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Sunnyside, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the SAQA in Agriculture or Agroprocessing studies/ Economics / Commerce. 5 years’ experience at a middle / senior managerial level in the Agriculture or Agro-processing environment in both public or private sector. Key Requirements: Development of Agroprocessing sector strategy. Development and Promotion of Priority Niche AgroSectors (Cannabis, Rooibos, Beverages, Wine, Horticulture, Red Meat and Piggery). Increase value added processing by small business. Stakeholder
management. Research and analysis. Direct and Manage the Directorate.
Monitoring and Evaluation.
DUTIES :
Provide leadership in the development of the Agro-processing sector strategy.
Develop the furniture industry strategy, organic produce industry strategy and
Rooibos and Honey bush products strategy. Provide leadership in the
development of Agro-processing sector policies. Manage and direct the Agroprocessing Industrial Policy Planning process. Engage in continual policy advocacy and co-ordination in the Agro-processing sector. Development and
Review of National Agro-processing framework and technical support to
Agriculture & Agro-processing Master Plan. To establish a coordinated, crosssectoral framework that strengthens South Africa’s Agro-processing value chains, enhances competitiveness, promotes transformation, and drives export
growth. Development and implementation of Hemp and Cannabis Master Plan.
Present the framework to the relevant departments. Facilitate the access of the
dtic support programmes by small scale food processor. Identify potential small
enterprise to be targeted for support. Build and maintain strong relationships
with the stakeholders. Establish contact and set up information sharing session
with other units in the dtic Liaising, consulting and networking with appropriate
and relevant stakeholders for developing joint programs. Represent the
department in all forums and focus addressing Agro-processing challenges.
Provide analysis of the value chain in the Agro processing sector.
Consolidate all research findings to formulate Agro processing sector procedure and
strategy in line with Industrial Policy. Manage strategic planning for the
directorate. Develop the strategic focus and policy direction for the directorate.
Ensure the maintenance of effective internal administration of the directorate,
e.g. the filing of all documents, the maintenance of records, approval of
procurement and expenditure and all reporting requirements. Continuously
review policies and methodologies and benchmark against international best
practice. Manage consultants appointed to conduct studies Provide support
with the implementation of programmes.
ENQUIRIES :
Ms U Pitse Tel No: (012) 394 1563 / L Mdashe Tel No: (012) 394 3103 / V
Mazibuko Tel No: (012) 394 5608
NOTE :
In terms of the dtic’s EE requirements, preference will be given to African
males, African Females and persons with disabilities.
DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT REF NO: CMSB-137
Overview: To provide strategic leadership, tactical oversight, and operational
management of the Department’s ICT infrastructure environment that enables
the dtic to fulfil its mandate.
SALARY : R1 266 714 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Sunnyside, Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS :
Qualification at NQF level 7 in Computer Science, Informatics, Computer
Engineering, or a relevant qualification. 5 years of relevant experience at a
middle/senior managerial level in an ICT environment. Key Requirements:
Experience leading ICT infrastructure, platforms, and operations. Proven
experience managing enterprise servers, storage, networks (fixed & wireless),
telephony, and end-user computing. Experience in capacity planning,
performance optimisation, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
Experience managing SLAs, OLAs, and vendor/service provider relationships
(including SITA/GITOC). Experience in infrastructure configuration, change,
incident, and problem management. Experience preparing technical and
strategic inputs for MTEF, business plans, and budget submissions.
Experience managing large ICT programme budgets and assets. Strong
stakeholder engagement with executives, campus tenants, SOEs, and other
government entities. People management experience, including building
technical capability and managing multidisciplinary teams. Knowledge of IT
governance, security standards, Microsoft platform, operating systems, and
system administration.
DUTIES :
Strategic Planning & Alignment: Lead multi-year infrastructure strategy and
roadmap; translate strategy into operational plans and KPIs. Provide inputs
into business planning, MTEF and budget processes, monitor implementation.
Infrastructure Platforms & Technology Management: Manage physical, virtual
and cloud server platforms, storage and databases. Oversee networks,
telephony, collaboration platforms and end-user device lifecycle management.
Service Management, Configuration & Performance: Govern configuration
management and infrastructure baselines; lead capacity planning and
performance optimisation. Manage incident, problem and change processes
and ensure effective backup, DR and business continuity services. Vendor,
SLA & Outsourcing Governance: Define and monitor SLAs/OLAs with external
providers and internal units; manage vendor performance and escalations.
Stakeholder Management: Engage executives, business units, SITA, GITOC,
SSA and campus tenants; prepare infrastructure performance and governance
reports. Directorate Management & Capability Development: Manage financial
resources, assets and human resources of the directorate; promote innovation,
accountability and service excellence.
ENQUIRIES :
Ms U Pitse Tel No: (012) 394 1563 / L Mdashe Tel No: (012) 394 3103 / V
Mazibuko Tel No: (012) 394 5608
NOTE :
In terms of the dtic’s EE requirements, preference will be given to African males
and persons with disabilities.