ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN

To render an Animal Health Regulatory Support Service in terms of the Animal Health Diseases Act (Act 35/1984). Implement disease control measures. Render a support service to the State Veterinarian regarding animal disease control, reproduction and production advancement, sample collection and law enforcement. Assist in the provision of extension services on animal health to animal owners. Perform administrative and related functions, which would, inter alia, entail populating databases and compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports.

Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification NQF level 6 in Animal Health or equivalent appropriate tertiary qualification as recognised by SAQA. No experience required. Current registration with the South African Veterinary Council as Animal Health Technician is compulsory. A valid driver’s licence (with the exception of people with disabilities).

KNOWLEDGE, COMPETENCIES, AND SKILLS: Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills. Time management. Thorough knowledge of Animal Diseases Act, 1984 (Act 35 of 1984). Thorough knowledge of Animal Identification Act, 2002 (Act 6 of 2002). Knowledge of Meat Safety Act, 2000 (Act 40 of 2000). Thorough knowledge of specific diseases control programmes and eradication schemes. Knowledge of the PFMA. Computer proficiency. Report writing skills.

ENQUIRIES : Ms. Laka MA, Ms. Lepulana S or Ms. Mphahlele RS Tel No: (015) 632 7000