SALARY : R744 255 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package to be structured in
accordance with the rules for Middle Management Services)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for SMS as endorsed by the BVSc
Degree or relevant qualification recognised by the South African Qualification
Authority and the South African Veterinary Council. Registration with the South
African Veterinary Council. A valid driver’s license. 2 years appropriate experience
(post qualification experience). Job related knowledge: Public Service Regulations.
International agreements, conventions and bilateral agreements relating to
phytosanitary, sanitary and food quality matters. Relevant animal health legislation
and regulations, norms and standards. Export and import programmes and their
requirements. Planning and organising. Job related skills: Ability to communicate
well and interact with people at different levels. Planning. Management and
Organising. Creativity. Interpersonal skills. Problem solving. Interpretation skills.
Analytical skills. Listening skills. Computer literacy. Report writing. The ability to
drive. Extended working hours. Travelling.
DUTIES : Develop, analyse and audit policies, norms, standards and legislation for Veterinary
Services, which would, inter alia, entail the following: Scan local and international
environment to inform policy needs, updates and impact. Collection of data and
stakeholder consultation. Compile and provide inputs for policy development,
norms and standards. Dissemination, implementation and auditing of policies,
norms and standard. Render Veterinary Services through the implementation of
the relevant legislation, which would, inter alia, entail the following: Plan,
implement, maintain and coordinate disease surveillance measures (e.g. Early
warning systems), identify controlled and non-controlled diseases and take
appropriate corrective actions. Management of animal’s identification and
traceability. Issuing of permits and health certificates for the movement of animals
across borders / diseases free and infected zones. Identification of prevalent animal
diseases, development and implementation of appropriate intervention strategies
(e.g. Primary Health Care). Design and implementation of herd health programmes
to promote productivity of livestock. Implement disease surveillance and other
epidemiologic studies. Facilitate the development of a practical early warning
system for all relevant diseases including disease modelling, simulation and
scenario mappings. Contribute to the development of emergency diseases control
preparedness systems. Liaising with the public, animal owners, organised
agriculture and international organisations on the prevention and treatment of
diseases. Manage and control the importation and exportation of animals and
animal products. Implementation and management of the prescribed official
veterinary management systems including the implementation of the National
Monitoring Residue Program. Conduct veterinary risk assessments. Ensure that
slaughter and other import / export facilities comply with the registration
requirements of the relevant authorities. Performance of abattoir ante and postmortem inspections are required. Audit the hygiene management systems at the
import / export establishment (e.g. implementation of Hazard Analysis and Critical
Control Point (HACCP) and Hygiene Assessment System (HAS)). Certification of
products in accordance with international norms and standards. Management of
meat inspection and disposal of condemned material in accordance with the
relevant legislation. Identify illegal slaughter practices and take corrective action
with assistance when necessary. Undertake post-mortem, farm disease outbreak
investigations and other examinations to identify causes of morbidity and mortality.
Implement new procedures, techniques and / or equipment to ensure that an
efficient and effective Veterinary Diagnostic and Research Service is rendered.
Ensure animal owners and para veterinary staff follow the correct procedures and
methods to collect and dispatch samples. Inspect slaughter and sterilisation
facilities to ensure the maintenance of essential national hygiene standards.
Evaluate safety, efficacy and quality of stock remedies registration dossier
applications, imports permits, labels, advertisements and make recommendations.
Provision of training, development and awareness programs (extension and
outreach services) to communities with regards to Veterinary Services, which
would include, inter alia, the following: Determine needs of communities through
liaison with community leaders and other stakeholders. Determine interventions
required to address the needs. Plan, implement and coordinate the appropriate
interventions. Render veterinary advice to stock farmers and animal owners with
regard to prevention of animal diseases and promotion of animal health care.
Provide support to other line functionaries, i.e. extension, engineering with regard
to veterinary related issues. Perform administrative and related functions which
would include, inter alia, the following: Provide inputs for the Operational Plan of
the veterinary unit. Comply with the Public Service prescripts. Comply with
Financial Management prescripts. Contribute to the maintenance of databases.
Compile and submit reports as required. Oversee and supervise the relevant staff
i.e. para-veterinary and administrations. Keep abreast of National and International
trends with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies
and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective veterinary
service, through: Studying the veterinary legal and policy frameworks continuously
to enable optimum performance of the veterinary functions according to the
required standards: Studying professional journals, publications and attend
relevant continuous professional development interventions to ensure that
cognisance is taken of new developments and technologies.
ENQUIRIES : Dr ME Machedi Tel No: (012) 309 8703
APPLICATIONS : can be submitted by post Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or hand it delivered to:
184 Jeff Masemola Street (formerly known as Jacob Mare), corner of Jeff
Masemola and Paul Kruger Streets, Pretoria.
NOTE : African, Coloured, Indian and White males and females are encouraged to apply.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES REF NO:
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Degree / Diploma in Administration or any other relevant qualification. 3 years
relevant experience in administration. Job related knowledge: Public Service
Regulations. Procurement procedures. Public Financial Management Act (PFMA).
Planning and organising. Job related skills: Ability to communicate well with people
at different levels. Planning. Good telephone etiquette. Creativity. Interpersonal
skills. Problem solving. Interpretation. Analytical. Listening skills. Administrative.
Computer literacy. Report writing. Extended working hours and travelling.
DUTIES : Facilitate and Coordinate the administrative activities in the Directorate.
Provisioning administration. Identify ways to improve administrative services in the
Directorate. Administer the procurement process when procuring goods and
services. Manage the use of subsidised vehicles and Government Garage vehicles.
Ensure administrative support is provided in filling vacant posts within the
Directorate. Provide guidance and support service with regard to problem solving
administrative procedures personnel assets budget and generic processes.
Provide support with regards to the implementation, interpretation and application
of administrative policies prescribed by the Department. Oversee adherence to
policies such as Public Financial Management Act (PFMA), Procurement, Human
Resources, Transport, Record management policies. Develop administrative
procedures and provide inputs for policy development to the relevant Directorate.
Manage the Directorate equity plan and ensure vacancies are filled accordingly.
Advise management on financial expenditure. Coordinate and manage the budget
of the Directorate. Provide guidance in planning to prevent overspending and / or
unproductive spending. Investigate general and audit queries in the Directorate on
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senior managers behalf. Provide management with budget inputs for the
Directorate. Liaise with other Directorates within the Department. Liaise with the
Directorate: Human Resource, Finance, Transport and Procurement for matters
relating to their field of work. Supervision of staff. Identify and coordinate training
needs. Ensure that quarterly and annual Employee Performance Management and
Development System (EPMDS) evaluations and work plans for the Directorate are
done. Motivate, discipline and influence supervised staff. Allocate and control work.
ENQUIRIES : Mr KE Phoku Tel No: (012) 309 8702
APPLICATIONS : can be submitted by post Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or hand it delivered to:
184 Jeff Masemola Street (formerly known as Jacob Mare), corner of Jeff
Masemola and Paul Kruger Streets, Pretoria.
NOTE : African, Coloured, Indian and White males and females are encouraged to apply.