POST 16/45 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ANIMAL HEALTH REF NO: LDARD 1/4/2024 (X1 POST)
SALARY : R1 003 890 per annum (Level 12), all-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with MMS
dispensation.
CENTRE : Waterberg District
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 plus an appropriate NQF level 7 qualification in Veterinary Science /Animal Health as
recognized by SAQA. Registration with the South African Veterinary Council as a Veterinarian. A
Minimum of Three (3) – five (5) years’ relevant working experience at junior management/
Assistant Director level within animal health. Valid driver’s license (with the exception of people
with disabilities). Knowledge, competencies and skills: Excellent interpersonal, communication
and negotiation skills. Time management. Thorough knowledge of the Animal Diseases Act 1984
(Act 35 of 1984). Thorough knowledge of the Animal Identification Act 2002 (Act 6 of 2002).
Knowledge of the Meat Safety Act 2000 (Act 40 of 2000). Knowledge of international trade and
associated legislation. Thorough knowledge of specific diseases control programmes and
eradication schemes. Knowledge of the PFMA. Computer literacy will be tested. Core and
Process Competencies Strategic Capability and Leadership People Management and
Empowerment. Programme and Project Management Financial Management; Change
Management Computer Literacy: Knowledge Management Service Delivery Innovation; Problem
Solving and Analysis: Client Orientation and Customer Focus: Communication: Public Service
Knowledge: Negotiation skills: Policy formulation and Analytic thinking and Honesty Integrity.
DUTIES : Manage and coordinate animal disease control in the district. Management of Animal Health,
Personnel and resources in the district. Formulation and implementation of disease control
strategies and policies in the district. Monitor and Evaluate disease control strategies in the
district. Manage animal identification. Coordinate Animal Health infrastructure development.
Reporting on Animal Health issues. Ensure compliance on quarter and monthly reports. Liaison
with other players.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Matjiu SK Tel No: (014) 717 4949 or Ms. Kekana RM Tel No: (014) 717 1324