KZN Dept of Agriculture and Rural Development Animal and Plant Production Learnership 2024: Receive NQF Level 2 or Level 4 Qualification

About the KZN Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

The KZN Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is a multifaceted organization based in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is responsible for agricultural development, rural development, and animal welfare in the region. It assists in enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability by actively promoting farming practices and offering resources, guidance, training, and other support. It also takes care of animal health regulations and disease prevention, envisioning a holistic approach towards responsible and sustainable animal ownership. The department’s rural development initiatives aim to improve the local communities’ living standards, focusing on infrastructure development, water sanitation, electrification, and other aspects.

Overview of the Learnership Programme 2024

The KZN Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is introducing its Animal and Plant Production Learnership Programme 2024. Offering NQF Level 04 and Level 02 learnership opportunities, this programme is designed to address South Africa’s prevailing skills shortage, structured to offer a blend of theoretical education and practical workplace learning.

The programme does not provide additional benefits like a pension fund, housing subsidy, medical aid, or overtime compensation. Upon successful completion of the various stages of the programme, learners will attain competency. This includes an external verification process carried out by AgriSeta, ensuring that learners are competent and ready for the workplace after completing the programme.

Eligibility Criteria

• FET: NQF Level 4 (Animal and Plant Production Learnership)
1. Grade 12/Standard 10 with English, Maths, and Natural Science
2. NQF Level 3 in Animal/Plant Production for South African applicants
3. Age between 18 and 35 years
4. Ready for selection interviews conducted by DARD
• FET: NQF Level 2 (Animal and Plant Production Learnership)
1. Grade 12/Standard 10 with English, Maths, and Natural Science
2. NQF Level 3 in Animal/Plant Production for South African applicants
3. Age between 18 and 35 years
4. Ready for selection interviews conducted by DARD

Application Instructions

Applications can be handed in personally or sent via postal mail to:

The Director: Human Resource Development
Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Private Bag X9059
Pietermaritzburg
3200

You can get the application form from the DARD website. All sections of the form need to be filled without leaving any blank spaces, and the form should be dated. Applications that are late, incomplete, or not signed will not be considered. All applications must undergo a review and additional verification process to ensure applicant authenticity.

Closing Date

The deadline for applications is 31 October 2023. No exceptions will be made for applications received after the deadline. Shortlisting announcements will only be made to successful candidates. If you don’t hear back within three weeks past the deadline, you were not selected for the programme.