Gauteng Department of Agriculture Internship programme 2020 / 2021

• Reference Number : REFS/006617
• Directorate : Farmers Support & Development
• Number of Posts : 27

• Package : R87 000.00 Per annum

This Internship targets qualified unemployed graduates in agriculture who want to venture into entrepreneurial projects related to agriculture, forestry and fisheries. Of the targeted unemployed graduates, a minimum of 50% must be women and 60% must be youth (18-35 years). Unemployed graduates from colleges of agriculture will receive first priority.

Requirements: • Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (NQF Level 7) or National diploma in Agriculture (NQF Level 6) as recognised by SAQA.

Responsibilities: • Livestock Farm Be receptive to learning new methods of farming/gardening and sharing existing knowledge of farming. • Care, cleaning, feeding and providing water to livestock if placed on livestock farm. • Maintain all farming related equipment, tools, and supplies, including tractor and other machineries. • Assist others with various additional projects and work related errands as needed. • Maintain bio-security measures on the farm at all times. • Notify Manager of animal issues such as sickness, etc Develop and discuss alternative and innovative strategies for the farm be it feeding systems, breeding systems, etc

How to Apply

To apply for the above position, Click here to Apply Online

or

Hand Deliver at: Ground floor, Main entrance 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House. 

 

Please note:

• Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (Download Here) or obtainable from any Public Service Department.
• Candidates must attach their recently updated CV as well as certified copies of all qualification/s and ID document (no copies of certified copies allowed; certification should not be more than six months old).
• Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
• Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. 

 

Closing date: 30 October 2020