📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWWestern Cape Department of Economic Development & Tourism is actively recruiting for a Deputy Director: Agri-Processing REF NO: DEDAT 25/2025 R1 position in Western Cape. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Agriculture / Agro / Allied sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 3 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent • Industry Focus: Agriculture / Agro / Allied • Location Preference: in Western Cape
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Deputy Director: Agri-Processing REF NO: DEDAT 25/2025 R1 position is an important role within the Agriculture / Agro / Allied sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Agriculture / Agro / Allied offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Deputy Director: Agri-Processing REF NO: DEDAT 25/2025 R1 position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 3 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor • Specific achievements in the Agriculture / Agro / Allied field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Agriculture / Agro / Allied sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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REQUIREMENTS An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Economics; A minimum of 3 years management experience.
CompetenciesKnowledge of the following: Human resource management processes. Knowledge of labour relations; Financial management; Project management and administration; Public service procedures; Applicable policies and procedures. Knowledge of economic sectors; Relationship management. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of basic research methodology. Knowledge of economic sectors. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting Finance and Audit; Information Technology; Formal Training; Economics, financial analysis; Legal Administration; Strategic Planning; Communication; Interpersonal; Analytical; Negotiation; Planning and organising; Conceptualisation; Motivational; Financial management; People management; Presentation, facilitation, coaching and mentoring; Stakeholder management; Research skills.
DUTIES : Develop operational primary sector programmes; Develop and maintain networks with stakeholders; Build and strengthen market growth and promotionof the primary sector; Identify sector specific blockages; Render project management and administration for primary sector programmes emanating from government policy; Provide Human Resource and Financial Management.
Deadline:7th September,2026
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