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Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development invites student to apply for Bursary Programme 2023 academic year.

The Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will make available a limited number of bursaries to historically disadvantaged South Africans residing in the Gauteng Province and who are considering a career in the Veterinary Science, Agriculture, Environment and Bio-diversity Sectors. These professions fall within critical occupational categories.

Within the framework of the Scarce Skills Talent Pipeline and External Bursary Policy, the selection of candidates is based on the following criteria:

Applicants must show proof of admission (provisional admission) to a higher educational institution for any of the above qualifications. Has been a permanent resident in the Gauteng Province for at least one-year prior to application. Studying or intending to study full time at a recognised institution of higher learning in Gauteng Province.

Preference will be given to those who excel academically and/or demonstrate potential.
Preference will be given to those who are not currently benefiting from any other bursary scheme.
Women, people with disabilities and people living in designated rural areas/nodes are encouraged to apply.

If you do not receive a response from the Department by the end of January 2023, consider your application unsuccessful.

How to apply

Application forms are obtainable at the reception area of: Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House, Ground Floor or from the website: www.gauteng.gov.za (Click on the following: Our Organisation, select Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, go to ‘Announcement’ and download Bursary application form).

Applicants are required to forward their applications directly to: Human Capital Management, Gauteng Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, P.O. Box 8769, Johannesburg, 2000 or above mentioned physical address.

For further enquiries, please contact: Mr. Livhuwani Mutswana (011) 240 2590 or Ms. Thandiwe Tsutsu (011) 240 2586

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