Are you looking for programmes for the unemployed graduates in Gauteng? We have an amazing opportunity to share today! The Department of Agriculture currently has 14 open positions for unemployed agriculture graduates to participate in their 24 months programme.
Through this programme, you will be able to learn more knowledge, gaining experience, as well as picking up new skills to support your future career in the Agriculture field.
Keep reading if you are interested, we have all the information for you!
Programme Description
Position: Agriculture Graduate Programme
Recruiter: Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Directorate: Farmers Support & Development
Location: JOHANNESBURG
Reference Number: refs/012762
Salary: R 87,000.00 Per annum
Type: Unemployed Graduate Programme
Duration: 24 Months
Available position: 14
Duties
Curious about the activities in the Department of Agriculture Graduate Programme 2022? Keep reading, we have more information for you regarding the Duties in this Agriculture Graduate Programme!
This Agriculture Graduate Programme will provide a space for unemployed agriculture graduates who want to experience working in entrepreneurial projects related to agriculture, forestry and fisheries, as you will be able to earn skills and knowledge as well as exposure to real jobs.
In this programme you will be participating in:
- Conducting a CROP Farm Assist, this includes the process of planting, maintaining, harvesting, washing and storing produce.
- Supporting the harvesting process in all farm and greenhouse areas through implementing sustainable harvest practices.
- Managing the land, plants and environment by committing to the sustainability and well-being of the project and the people involved.
- Observing the irrigation system for farms and greenhouses, and forwarding information to the Manager when a problem occurs.
- Supporting the production planning and scheduling process for all areas of farm and greenhouse.
- Observing the growing condition in farms and greenhouses and creating an assessment.
- Developing and discussing innovative strategies for farm management, especially those which can be applied to intensive small-acreage farming.
Eligibility and Requirements
Interested to apply for this Agricultural Graduate Programme vacancy? Here is what you need to qualify for this programme, please check the list below!
First, the minimum education needed for this Agriculture Graduate Programme in Gauteng is:
- Grade 12 plus Bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) or
- National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Agriculture as recognized by SAQA.
Next is the general requirement you need to apply for this programme:
- Must be unemployed
- Must never be appointed in the public service
- Unemployed graduates from colleges of agriculture will be prioritized
The Department of Agriculture has a target for this Agriculture Graduate Programme candidates ratio: a minimum of 50% must be women and 60% must be youth (18-35 years).
Application
Do you have all the requirements to apply for this position? It’s time to apply! Please keep reading to find out how to apply for the Gauteng Department of Agriculture Graduate Programme.
First, you need to prepare documents necessary for applying to jobs, such as:
- A recently updated and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
- Copies of qualifications
- Copies of identification documents
After that, you must deliver your application to the following address:
56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House.
Enquiries/Contact
If you need more information regarding Gauteng Department of Agriculture vacancies, the Agriculture Graduate Programme, or the application and selection process, please deliver your enquiries to the following contact person:
Name: Mr Nkosikhona Masangane
Telephone: (011) 240 3094
Closing Date
Finally, the closing date for this application is January 21, 2022.
Please submit your application before this date, because late submission will not be accepted!
Due to limited resources and the high number of envisaged applicants, submitted applications will not be acknowledged and only shortlisted candidates will receive contact. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
We wish you luck with your application!