Director: Animal Health

2 days ago


Stellenbosch Western Cape, South Africa Western Cape Government Full time

**Job Purpose**: The Western Cape Government requires the services of a highly capable and self-motivated individual to manage animal disease surveillance, prevention and control for the Department of Agriculture. This individual must be able to engage and interact with stakeholders from a wide spectrum, including from grassroots to senior management level. This post is stationed in Elsenburg, Stellenbosch.
**Minimum Requirements**:

- Bachelor of Veterinary Science [BVSc / BVM Ch] (NQF Level 7);
- Registration as Veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council;
- Minimum of 6 years middle management experience; and
- Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme for entry into the SMS upon appointment. (Refer to note4 below).
**Recommendation**:

- Valid Driver's licence;
- Experience in State Veterinary Services and in disease control measures.
**Key Performance Areas**:

- Strategic management, guidance and advice in respect of Animal Health; *Strategic management of the directorate;
- Financial management;
- People management.
**Competencies**:

- Applied strategic thinking;
- Creative thinking;
- Facilitation skills;
- Decision making;
- Presentation skills
- Communication (written and verbal)
- Research skills
- Sound budgeting
- Computer literacy
- Problem solving
**Remuneration**: All-inclusive salary package of R 1 073 187. 00 per annum (Level 13). Note: The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%) and the employer's contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs.
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