DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA)- DRIVER/MESSENGER

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA)- DRIVER/MESSENGER

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA)

CLOSING DATE : 16 October 2026 at 16:00

NOTE : To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF
document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The
Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications
due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must
provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document,
qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior
management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including
South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign
qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification.

To be appointed
at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Preentry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find
course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela
Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All
shortlisted candidates, for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise
and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of
three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess
cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and
integrity. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two preentry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be
an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.

NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will
be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case
shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the
closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate
applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for
each post. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt
of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If
you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application
to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a
moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by
any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts,
the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and readvertise the post at any time in the future.

Important: DOA is an equal
opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative
action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The
Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying, you consent to
the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment
purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for
assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the
Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks,
security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles).
Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other
allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security
clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance
agreement and disclose financial interests.

All applicants are required to
declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships
of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to
disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination.

OTHER POSTS

POST 35/05 : DRIVER/MESSENGER REF NO: 3/3/1/90/2026
Directorate: Animal Health
SALARY : R201 093 annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of Grade 10/ABET qualification and Valid
Code 8 Drivers license. Must have a minimum of seven months relevant
experience Job related knowledge: Knowledge of the city (ies) in which the
function will be performed. Job related Skills: Organising skills. Well organised.
Good communication and interpersonal skills. Basic Literacy. A reliable and
creative individual who is prepared to work under pressure and as part of a
team.

DUTIES : Drive light and medium vehicles to transport passengers and deliver other
items (mails, documents, office equipment). Collect, distribute and control
movement of documents. Do routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle and
report defects timely. Perform daily trip and post trip vehicle inspection to
ensure that the vehicle is in the best condition at all times. Complete all the
required and prescribed records and logbooks with regard to the vehicle and
the goods handled. Maintain accurate and up to date schedule trip sheets, i.e.
log official trips, daily mileage. Collect and deliver documentation and related
items in the departmental / branch or any other component within the
department related external parties. Ensure proper and secure control over
movement of documents. Assist in Registry functions. File incoming
correspondence and help trace the file. Copy and fax documents.

ENQUIRIES : Ms Celia Maluleke Tel No: (012) 319 7475

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve
Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email: DMrecruit90@nda.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: African Males, and persons with disability