Deputy Director: Production Economics

About

Leads production-economics research, analysis, modelling and sub-directorate performance. Requires an NQF 8 qualification with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics majors, six years' relevant experience including three managerial years, and a Code B licence. Job grade: Level 12. Salary: R1 101 468 per annum (all-inclusive salary package). Reference: AGR 59/2026. Duty station: Elsenburg.

How to apply

Apply online only via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Responsibilities

• Continuous in-depth study/research of developments/patterns/trends in a specific agricultural environment (e.g. resources, production, marketing, reform, macro-economics, farm management, agricultural business, international trade and investment, business support, rural development, agri-processing/
• Manage the analysis/identification of economic questions/challenges in a specific environment/situation pertaining to legislation/strategy/policy/initiatives/interventions.
• Manage the application, adaptation and/or development of models to reflect the current situation and/or forecast/project possible scenarios.
• Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate.
• People Management.

Qualifications

• Appropriate NQF level 8 qualification or equivalent with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects.
• A minimum of 6 years relevant experience of which 3 years is managerial experience.
• A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.