Project Manager: Rural Development Coordination

4 days ago

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa Western Cape Government Full time

Job Title: Project Manager: Rural Development Coordination (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 23/2025

Department: Agriculture

Salary Level: 11

Job Type: Permanent

Location: Elsenburg, Western Cape, South Africa

Closing Date: 2025/04/14

Reference Number: WCG250228-2

Enquiries: Ms J Pandaram at (021) 808 5362

Job Purpose: The Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a competent and qualified individual to lead, coordinate and organise activities and work processes and implement interventions and drive initiatives within the three sub-programmes to achieve the outcomes and deliverables of the Rural Development Programme as set out in the annual performance plan.

Minimum Requirements:

  1. An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Public Administration, Business Administration or Social Science;
  2. A minimum of 3 years' experience in project planning, management, and coordination;
  3. 5 years' experience in community and or stakeholder liaison in a development environment;
  4. 5 years exposure to community development and social cohesion initiatives;
  5. 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.

Recommendation: A relevant B-Degree.

Key Performance Areas:

  1. Manage and achieve the targets of the sub-programme towards rural development coordination towards economic development in rural areas;
  2. Manage and achieve the targets of the sub-programme social facilitation towards the improvement of socio-economic development in rural areas;
  3. Manage and achieve the targets of the sub-programme to enhance the image and socio-economic conditions of agri-workers;
  4. Promote internal and external integration for the department;
  5. Provide human resource management, financial management and strategic management.

Knowledge and Skills:

  1. Knowledge of the South African rural socio-economic context;
  2. Public Finance Management Act;
  3. Strategic management procedures;
  4. Labour relations Act;
  5. Public service and procedures;
  6. Supply chain management;
  7. Proven computer literacy;
  8. Written and verbal communication;
  9. Analysing;
  10. Leading and supervising;
  11. Persuading and influencing;
  12. Planning and organising;
  13. Deciding and initiating action;
  14. Working with people;
  15. Delivering results and meeting customer expectations;
  16. Relating and networking.

Remuneration: All-inclusive salary package of R 849 702 per annum (Salary level 11). Note on remuneration: in addition, service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc.) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes: Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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.

Policy: The Western Cape Government is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Disabled candidates are encouraged to apply and an indication in this regard would be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

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