DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA) VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA) VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA)

CLOSING DATE : 03 July 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, including SMS shall undertake two pre-entry
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.
ERRATUM: Please note that the advertisement of Scientific Production post
under Ref No. 3/3/1/40/2026 published in the Public Service Vacancy Circular
20 dated 12 June 2026 was published with incorrect job title, the correct job
title is Scientist Production. The department wishes to apologise for any
inconveniences this might have caused.

OTHER POSTS
POST 21/01 : SECRETATIAT PRACTIONER REF NO: 3/3/1/42/2026
Branch: Office of the Director-General
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate and a National
Diploma in Office Management and Technology / Business Administration /
Public Administration / Administration/ related qualification. A minimum of 2
years relevant experience in corporate secretariat environment. Job related
knowledge: Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Promotion of
Access to Information Act (PAIA). Public Service Regulations. Department’s
policies and relevant procedures. Treasury Regulations. Basic Accounting
System (BAS) system. Minimum Information Security Standards (MISS).
Secretariat and governance process. Job related skills: Computer literacy.
Minute-taking and report-writing skills. Interpersonal skills. Organising and
planning skills. Communication skills (verbal and written). Analytical Skills.
Problem-solving skills. Financial Management Skills. Time Management and
ability to meet deadlines. Attention to details and accuracy. Ability to work under
pressure as well as the willingness to work irregular hours. Ability to work in a
teamwork and confidentiality. Travelling extensively. Coordination skills. A valid
driver’s license.

DUTIES : Render logistical arrangements for top and executive management meetings.
Completion of supply chain prescribed forms before the procurement of goods
and services. Follow-up on quotations requests of catering and venues for top
management an executive meeting. Coordinate receipt of order number form
supply chain management. Evaluate services and goods procured. Coordinate
audiovisual and Information Communication Technology (ICT) requirements
for meetings. Set up boardrooms for executive management meetings. Ensure
safekeeping of the recording equipment (laptop, microphone and data
projector). Liaise with Directorate: Facilities Management to ensure
maintenance and cleaning of boardrooms (Agriculture Place DG’s boardroom
and Imbizo) for executive and top management meetings, i.e., maintenance of
air conditioning, power supply, etc. Render administrative and secretariat
support service to different committees and fora. Coordinate and schedule top
and executive management meetings and workshops. Compile and distribute
meeting packs (Agenda, Minutes, discussion documents, etc) to members for
relevant platforms within agreed timelines. Liaise with internal and external
stakeholders regarding meeting arrangements and submissions. Confirm
attendance and maintain attendance registers for top management and
executive meetings. Attend meetings and record accurate decisions-actions list
and minutes emanating from the relevant committees. Compile, edit and
submit first draft minutes for review by the Assistant Director/ Deputy Director/
Director before circulating to members. Follow up on implementation of
decisions and actions from the relevant committees weekly. Compile status
reports upon receipt of feedback on implementation of decisions/ actions.
Consolidate status reports from the relevant committees monthly/ quarterly.
Submit minutes to the relevant committees for adoption. Submit the adopted
minutes for approval by the relevant Chairpersons. Render Governance and
Compliance Support. Ensure compliance with the TORs for top management
and executive meetings and other relevant governance frameworks. Provide
procedural advice to chairpersons and committee members. Maintain
confidentiality of sensitive information and documents. Ensure proper recordkeeping of approved minutes and maintain electronic and manual filing of
documents for top and executive management meetings. Draft
correspondence, memoranda and reports where required. Provide support in
responding to Request for Information (RFIs) within the required deadlines.

ENQUIRIES : Ms Amanda Mda Tel No: (012) 319 7020
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve
Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
Sprecruit42@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: African Male and Persons with disability.

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POST 21/02 : SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO:3/3/1/43/2026
Branch: Office of the Director-General
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National
Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management / Business
Administration / Business Management (NQF 6). 2 years’ experience in
administration environment. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Public
Service Regulations, Financial procedures, Treasury Regulations and Basic
Accounting System (BAS). Job related skills: Computer literacy, Interpersonal
skills, Organising and planning skills, Communication skills (written and
verbal), Analytical skills, Problem solving skills, Financial Management skills
and Report writing skills.

DUTIES : Provide financial management services. Facilitate, plan, oversee, drive the
timely and accurate preparation of the annual budget in line with Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Strategic priorities weekly /
monthly / quarterly. Compile Demand Management Plan (DMP), Medium Term
Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Adjustment Estimates (AE) and Estimated
National Expenditure (ENE). Oversee effective, efficient and economical
utilisation of funds. Document and communicate procedures for accessing and
shifting of funds. Coordinate budgeting, auditing and financial functions. Verify
Transport and Subsistence, sundry and overtime payments. Administer the
procurement of goods and services. Compile, manage and maintain the
Demand Management Plan. Facilitate supply chain management services.
Facilitate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting on supply chain management
related matters. Control over safekeeping, utilisation and maintenance of all
assets. Ensure proper administration of sourcing and evaluation of quotations.
Capture and authorise goods / services on Logistical Information System
(LOGIS). Handle queries from internal and external clients relating to supply
chain matters. Render general office support services. Supervise, motivate and
develop staff through individual performance agreements. Provide assistance
in the developing / reviewing of operational plan. Compile various submissions
/ memoranda and responses. Attend to queries from Internal Audit. Administer
leave forms / attend to queries. Make travel / conference bookings and
confirmations. Provide secretariat services. Checking draft minutes for
accuracy against recording or notes. Administer asset. Maintain asset register.
Liaise with asset unit during asset verification. Manage outgoing and on-going
assets. Allocate equipment to officials.

ENQUIRIES : Ms Kholofelo Mathye Tel No: (012) 312 9367/ 0724605123
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve
Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
SAOrecruit43@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: African Male and Persons with disability