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The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) was established in June 2019 through the merger of the Department of Economic Development (EDD) and the Department of Trade and Industry (the dti). The dtic’s mission is to promote structural transformation, facilitate investment and tra… read morede, and strengthen economic development in South Africa. The department aims to create a competitive and socially responsible business environment while improving the skills and capabilities of its workforce.
REQUIREMENTS :
A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by the SAQA in Agriculture or Agro- processing studies/ Economics / Commerce. 5 years’ experience at a middle / senior managerial level in the Agriculture or Agro-processing environment in both public or private sector.
DUTIES :
Provide leadership in the development of the Agro-processing sector strategy.Develop the furniture industry strategy, organic produce industry strategy and Rooibos and Honey bush products strategy. Provide leadership in the development of Agro-processing sector policies. Manage and direct the Agro- processing Industrial Policy Planning process. Engage in continual policy advocacy and co-ordination in the Agro-processing sector.
Development and Review of National Agro-processing framework and technical support to Agriculture & Agro-processing Master Plan. To establish a coordinated, cross- sectoral framework that strengthens South Africa’s Agro-processing value chains, enhances competitiveness, promotes transformation, and drives export growth. Development and implementation of Hemp and Cannabis Master Plan. Present the framework to the relevant departments.
Facilitate the access of the dtic support programmes by small scale food processor. Identify potential small enterprise to be targeted for support. Build and maintain strong relationships with the stakeholders. Establish contact and set up information sharing session with other units in the dtic Liaising, consulting and networking with appropriate and relevant stakeholders for developing joint programs.
Represent the department in all forums and focus addressing Agro-processing challenges. Provide analysis of the value chain in the Agro processing sector. Consolidate all research findings to formulate Agro processing sector procedure and strategy in line with Industrial Policy.
Manage strategic planning for the directorate. Develop the strategic focus and policy direction for the directorate. Ensure the maintenance of effective internal administration of the directorate, e.g. the filing of all documents, the maintenance of records, approval of procurement and expenditure and all reporting requirements. Continuously review policies and methodologies and benchmark against international best practice. Manage consultants appointed to conduct studies Provide support with the implementation of programmes.
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