STATE VETERINARIAN

Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

STATE VETERINARIAN

• Reference Number: refs/022143
• Directorate: Veterinary Public Health and Export Facilitation
• Number of Posts: 1
• Package: R849 702.00 Per Annum (All-inclusive salary package which can be structured according to the individual’s needs)
• Enquiries: Mr. Rassy Rasemetse (011) 240-3083/ 084 8155 191

Requirements:

• Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) in BVSc/ BVMCH or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• 1 - 2 years’ relevant experience in Export Facilitation field with finished Compulsory Community Service.
• Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
• Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license.
• COMPETENCIES: Computer Literacy, Communication Skills (both written and verbal), Good Interpersonal and Networking Skills, Financial Management Skills, Statistical Skills, Research Skills, Supervisory and Good Administrative Skills.
• Knowledge, understanding and application of Veterinary Legislation (Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act no. 40 of 2000), Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act no. 35 of 1984) and related regulations as well as veterinary health certification procedures.
• Understanding of hygiene management systems in the context of meat/ food safety and animal diseases control schemes.
• Knowledge and understanding of import and export regulatory framework for live animals, food and products of animal origin.
• Knowledge and understanding of procedures related to quality management systems and information technology.

Duties:

• To perform Export Facilitation functions: Export establishment inspections and registrations, facility and consignment inspections, maintain/update the automated health certification systems.
• Research and provide the latest import/export information for use by the export unit sub-directorate.
• Design and update certificate templates, maintain an efficient audit and monitoring system.
• Liaise with other government departments on a National, Provincial and Local level, clients, community structures as well as the private sector.
• To perform Administrative functions: Supervision of administrative and other technical staff members, maintenance of records, preparing monthly, quarterly, annual and any other reports as assigned.
• Contribute towards good management of the directorate.

Notes:

• To apply for the above position, please apply online at: http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/ or hand deliver at Ground floor, Main entrance 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House Johannesburg.
• The application must include only completed and signed new Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site.
• Certified copies of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate and the highest required qualifications as well as a driver’s licence where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to Human Resources on or before the day of the interview date.
• The Department’s intention is to promote retrospectivity (Race, Gender, and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post. Preference will be given to Females, Youth and people with disability in accordance with the departmental employment equity Plan.
• The Department reserves the right not to appoint. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.
• If you apply for more than 1 post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for.
• Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. The department does not accept applications via email or fax.
• Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them.
• The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process.
• The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance agreement with the Department.

Employer: Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

Location: GERMISTON

Closing Date: 07-02-2025

Criteria Questions:

• Do you have a Grade 12 plus a Bachelor’s degree in BVSc/ BVMCH or relevant qualification?
• Do you have 1-2 years’ relevant experience in Export Facilitation and finished Compulsory Community Service?
• Are you registered with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)?
• Do you have a valid driver’s license?

Please Note:

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.