senior agricultural advisor: swartland (moorreesburg), Ref No. AGR 01/2026

4-year BSc Agric degree or BAgric Honours degree majoring in Agricultural Economics (NQF level 8).

3 years in Agricultural Economics and Extension Services

• Advanced knowledge of agricultural production economics and farm-level application
• Proficiency in financial modeling (Cashflow, Income Statements, Balance Sheets)
• Expert understanding of the Commodity Approach and Land Reform Programmes
• Project management and research skills
• Ability to conduct site visits and technical project evaluations
• High-level reporting and organizational leadership
• Proficiency in MS Office (specifically advanced Excel for budgeting).

• Minimum of 3 years experience providing specialist input as an agricultural economist within extension and advisory services
• Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions).

• Compile and interpret enterprise budgets, financial statements, and cash flow projections for agricultural businesses
• Evaluate and develop comprehensive business plans for agricultural enterprises
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and economic viability assessments for new and existing projects
• Provide technical advisory support on land reform, infrastructure, and production economic principles
• Facilitate training for farmers in financial and production record-keeping
• Enable market access and ensure farmer compliance with market standards
• Utilize the Agricultural Information Management System (AIMS) for project tracking
• Provide inputs to Commodity Project Allocation Committees (CPACs) and Project Implementing Partners
• Manage human and financial resources within the sub-district.