KZN Dept of Agriculture Internships 2022/2023… How to apply, intern requirements, eligibility, online application form, application closing date 2022-2023, salary scale, interview questions sample, and lots.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants for the KZN Dept of Agriculture Internship Programme 2022. Learn about the process you’ll take to complete the application below.
An internship is a period of work experience offered by an organization for a limited period of time. An internship is used for a wide range of placements in businesses, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. They are typically undertaken by students and graduates looking to gain relevant skills and experience in a particular field.
KZN Dept of Agriculture Internship Application Details 2022/2023
Interested applicants can apply for the KZN Dept of Agriculture Internship 2022 provided they qualify and meet the program requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected status.
This initiative targets qualified unemployed graduates in agriculture who want to obtain experience and mentorship to venture into entrepreneurial enterprises and enhance their employability within the agricultural sector. The programme targets unemployed graduates, a minimum of 50% must be women and 60% must be youth (18-35 years). The key placement components are:
- Livestock Rearing and Poultry Production
- Horticulture / Crop Production
- Aquaculture and small-scale fisheries
- Agricultural Economics
Requirements
- Unemployed South African graduates in possession of a recognised Diploma/degree in agriculture
- Unemployed graduates from colleges of agriculture will receive first priority
- Youth (18-35 years)
- Applicants must be entering a similar programme in Government for the first time
- Applicants must demonstrate an interest and passion for agriculture
- Applicants must be willing to work long hours
Nature and Period of appointment:
- Successful applicants will be offered an employment agreement with the KZN Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for two years for structured on-the-job training at identified farming enterprises in order to gain practical work experience and a better understanding of the agricultural sector. This is not an internship programme. All appointments are subject to verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks and security vetting. Your success in this position does not guarantee a permanent position in the Department.
- Successful applicants will receive training and mentorship on commercial farms/enterprises and shall each receive a monthly stipend of R7 250 per month.
- Faxed or emailed and late applications and applications with certified copies of copies will not be considered. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application. The Department reserves the right to appoint agricultural graduates. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from the Department within three months of the closing date, kindly regard your application as unsuccessful
Applications:
- Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (Download Here), or obtainable from any Public Services Department and must be accompanied by a detailed CV, together with a certified copy of the relevant qualification, a certified copy of your green barcoded South African ID or a certified copy of your new South African ID card as well as your academic results certified by the academic institution.
- The Kwazulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is committed to the achievement of diversity and equity.
Please forward your applications for the attention of or hand deliver to the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development District Offices as below: District Location of KZN WARD Office
For the attention of:
Harry Gwala
FNB Building
17 Margaret Street Ixopo, 3276
Enquiries: Ms Nozipho Vumase, Snr Agricultural Economist Mobile: 0769414133, Email: nozipho.vumase@kzndard.gov.za
Amajuba
58 Allen Street City Central Building Newcastle, 2940
Enquiries: Mr. S. Tshabalala Agricultural Economist Mobile: 076 941 0386, Email: sithabiso.tshablala@kzndard.gov.za
Ugu
1 Nelson Mandela Drive Old Laxley House Port Shepstone, 4240
Enquiries: Nomkhosi Shabane Mobile: 761237176, Email: nomkhosi.shabane@kzndard.gov.za
llembe
Corner of Link and R102 Albert House Kwadukuza, 4450
Enquiries: Mr. M.E. Nxele, Section Head of Specialist and Advisory Mobile: 0722181403, Email: Mzi.nxele@kzndard.gov.za
Umkhanyakude
Hibiscus Avenue (back of Shoprite)
Mtubatuba, 3935
Enquiries: Ms A.N. Dlamini Mobile: 082 454 6436 , Email: Agrineth.dlamini@kzndard.gov.za
King Cetswayo
Lot 11634 VeldenVlei
Richards Bay
Opposite uMhlatuze Sports
Ground
Enquiries: Ms Mbali Zulu Agricultural Advisor Mobile: 076 120 7675/ 0729717698 , Email: mbali.zulu@kzndard.gov.za
Uthukela
Colenso road Next to Caltex Garage
Pieters Industrial Area
Enquiries: W.P. Hadebe Mobile: 0768217316
Zululand Mr T Mvelase
Abaqulusi Local Office
Enquiries: Mr Thabane Mvelase Cell number:076 941 3752 , Email: thabane.mvelase@kzndard.gov.za
Umzinyathi
S Thungo Dundee Research Station
Extension services building Room no: 27
Enquiries: S Thungo Cell number: 0716009805 Office number: 0342126125 , E-mail: sakhile.thungo@kzndard.gov.za
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