Agricultural Support Specialist

4 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Neptune Full time

At Neptune, we have a unique opportunity for an Agricultural Support Specialist to join our team.

About Us

We are the Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government, and we strive to provide excellent service to our clients.

As an Agricultural Support Specialist, you will be working closely with our Chief Director: Agricultural Producer Support and Development. Your primary role will be to render secretarial support services.

The estimated annual salary for this position is approximately R250,000 - R350,000, depending on your level of experience and qualifications.

Job Description

This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires a high level of organisational skills and attention to detail. As an Agricultural Support Specialist, you will be responsible for:

  • Providing administrative support to the Chief Director;
  • Coordinating meetings and events;
  • Preparing reports and presentations;
  • Maintaining accurate records and files;

We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, organised, and able to work independently. If you have a passion for agriculture and are looking for a new challenge, please apply for this exciting opportunity.

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you will need to have:

  • A tertiary qualification in a relevant field (e.g. agricultural science, business administration);
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
  • Highly developed organisational and time management skills;
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software applications.
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package, including:

  • Annual leave;
  • Sick leave;
  • Public holidays;
  • Retirement fund contribution;
  • Training and development opportunities.
Others

Please note that this role requires a background check and may involve working irregular hours. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. Please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter, via email.



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