VACANCY OPPORTUNITY
REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE
Reference: ACS 3/25 VII (140) Date: 26 March 2010
VACANCY CIRCULAR NO 2 OF 2010
The Ministry of Agriculture has job opportunities in the Agricultural Hub and the Department of Corporate Services. We seek the very best candidates, people who can make real contribution to our National ambition to grow the Agricultural Sector. The working environment for both the Agric Hub and Department of Corporate Services is dynamic, exciting and professional. If you consider yourself to have the intellect and personal drive to succeed, please apply for the following openings.
DIRECTOR: STRATEGY AND FEASIBILITY X 1 POST (3 YEAR CONTRACT)
Key focus areas: Identify research studies, programmes and projects that will cumulatively drive the enablement and successful commercialization of agriculture.
Position level: E1- (P288, 120.00 – P299, 760.00) per annum.
Qualifications: Masters Degree in Agricultural Economics.
Knowledge and Skills: - Policy Development
- Financial modeling and analysis
- Sound understanding of commercial farming
- In –depth understanding of national and agricultural policies
- Investment requirements
Leave: 30 working days per annum.
Contract Benefits: 25% of the total gross emoluments earned during the contract of employment.
Experience: A minimum of sixteen (16) years post qualification experience of which two (2) years must have been at senior management level (E2) . Public sector experience, Agricultural experience and strong track record in people management and communication skills are essential.
Job outputs:
· Identification of practical, feasible and bankable (as defined by GICO) programmes and projects that will drive commercialization and enhance diversification, exports and job creation.
· On-going enhancement of key enablers for commercialization, aligned with the strategy of the Hub.
Closing Date: 16 April 2010
For further information please contact (3689125 / 3689111)