FREE STATE DEPARTMENT AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

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FREE STATE DEPARTMENT AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT 
 
Free State Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representativity (race, gender and disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose appointment/promotion/transfer will promote representativity will receive preference. 
 
APPLICATIONS : Quoting the reference number, must be forwarded to Mrs S Hlekiso, Private Bag X02, Bloemfontein, 9301 or delivered by Hand to Mrs S Hlekiso in Room 228, 2nd Floor, Admin Building, Glen Email: [email protected]
 
CLOSING DATE : 23 May 2025 
 

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NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 Application Form [applicable from 1 January 2021], obtainable from any Public Service Department. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit transcript of their qualification results, Qualification certificates, driver's license, identity document and a C.V. Shortlisted candidates who possess foreign qualifications and/or short courses certificates must take it upon themselves to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), and must please attach proof of the level of their qualifications after evaluation on all applications. Applicants are requested to complete the Z83 form properly and in full. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted or hand delivered timeously. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial / asset record check, qualification / study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical element s of the job. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
 
 

​OTHER POSTS
 
 
SNR STATE ACCOUNTANT REF NO: SSA/2025 
SALARY : R397 116 per annum (Level 08) 
CENTRE : Glen (Revenue, Banking and Debt Management Section) 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF 6 equivalent. 4-5 years relevant experience. 
 
DUTIES : Supervise the activities of the State Accounting Clerks / Snr AND State Accountants to contribute to the rendering of a professional financial management service for example: Personnel development. Performance and discipline. Ensure quality of work. Supervise the implementation and maintenance of Financial Management practices (LOGIS/ BAS/ PERSAL Transactions) concerning financial management processes in the department to contribute to the rendering of a professional Financial Management Service. Salaries (Payments, Deductions etc.) Tax (payment to SARS, calculation of Tax payable etc.). Debt. Bookkeeping (Clear Ledger accounts, Capture BAS Payments, Journals and Reports). Banking. Revenue (Cashier). Budget (Capture Budget, Virement, Adjustment Budget on BAS etc.) Render a Financial Management advisory service to the Department by investigating, analysing, benchmarking and interpreting legislation and prescripts and other Financial. Administration related issues to promote an effective Financial Management environment. Promote effective financial management by researching, analysing, developing, monitoring and reviewing Departmental policies, strategies, guidelines, procedures and circulars to contribute to the consistent and effective application of Financial Management practices. Monitor and evaluate Financial Management Policies, procedures and practises. Provide Financial Information and Knowledge Management Services to the Department, for example: Maintain databases and draw relevant reports in relation to the implementation of Financial Management Policies, procedures and practises. Manage the selection, generation and presentation of financial management information taking into account the strategic and operational management information requirements. Authorise and verify all documents and transactions on LOGIS / BAS/ PERSAL according to delegations. (Authorisation should happen on a higher level preferable at level 9). Prepare reports on financial management issues and statistics. Compile monthly reconciliation’s i.r.o. PERSAL/ BAS/ PMG – accounts and finalization of outstanding payments / submissions / recommendations. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Claassen at 060 306 0744 
 
 
 
 
 
STATE ACCOUNTANT REF NO: SA/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Glen (Accounting Services)
 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF 6 or equivalent. LOGIS / BAS Training 
 
DUTIES : To supervise the implementation and maintenance of Financial Management practices concerning Financial Administration processes. Salaries (Payments, Deductions etc.). Tax (payment to SARS, calculation of Tax payable etc.). Debt. Bookkeeping (Clear Ledger accounts, Capture BAS Payments, Journals and Reports). Banking. Revenue (Cashier). Budget (Capture Budget, Virement, Adjustment Budget on BAS etc.). To address financial management enquiries to ensure the correct implementation of financial management practices. To verify transactions on LOGIS / BAS/ PERSAL according to delegations. To supervise human resources/staff. Allocate and ensure quality of work. Personnel development. Assess staff performance. Apply discipline. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Claassen at 060 306 0744 
 
 
 
 
 
SUPPLY CHAIN PRACTITIONER REF NO: SCM/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Glen (Logistics Management) 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF 6 or equivalent. LOGIS / BAS Training 
 
DUTIES : To coordinate the implementation and maintenance of Supply Chain Management practices: Logistics (Ordering, Payments, Transit IN, Transit OUT, Warehouse, Quotations, e.g.). Approve transactions on LOGIS / BAS according to delegations. (Authorization should happen on a higher level preferable at ASD or Control level 9). To address supply chain management enquiries to ensure the correct implementation of supply chain management practices. To inform, guide and advice Department/personnel on supply chain management matters to enhance the correct implementation of supply chain management practices and policies. To supervise resources/staff. Perform administrative related functions. Allocate and ensure quality of work: Personnel development. Assess staff performance. Ensure discipline of staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr T Matshaba at 081 028 3448 
 
 
 
 
 
 
RISK PRACTITIONER REF NO: RP/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Glen (Risk Management Services) 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF 7 with Risk Management as a major. Valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : To assist with the development, maintenance and implementation of risk related documents: Risk Management Strategy, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management Policy statements, Risk Plan and Risk Policy. Facilitate risk identification and assessments through workshops and maintain & update the department’s consolidated risk register database. To conduct risk awareness programs. To monitor and review the implementation of the risk management processes through Operational Monitor Report and Report on performance vs Risk Management implementation Plan. To assist with the secretariat duties of the Risk Management Committee. Responsible for the Risk Management Committee minutes and attendance registers. Provide logistical and support services to the Risk Management Committee. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Crisp at 060 983 8291



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​ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: AO/2025 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein (Veterinary Services) 
Glen (Auxiliary Services) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent. 3-4 years relevant experience. 
 
DUTIES : To render general clerical support services. Record, organise, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and data (line function). Update registers and statistics. Handle routine enquiries. Make photocopies. Distribute documents/packages to various stakeholders as required. Keep and maintain the filing system for the component. Type basic letters and/or other correspondence when required. Keep and maintain the incoming and outgoing register of the component. To provide supply chain clerical support services within the component. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in relation to procurement of goods and services. Obtain quotations, complete procurement forms for the purchasing of standard office items. Stock control of office stationery. Keep and maintain the asset register of the component (district offices). To provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component. Maintain a leave register for the component. Keep and maintain personnel records in the component. Keep and maintain the attendance register of the component. Arrange travelling and accommodation. To provide financial administration support services in the component. Capture and update expenditure in component. Check correctness of subsistence and travel claims of officials and submit to manager for approval. Handle telephone accounts and petty cash for the component. To supervise human resources/staff: Allocate and ensure quality of work. Personnel development. Assess staff performance. Apply discipline. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Veterinary Services: Dr K Mojapelo at 072 711 1809 
Auxiliary Services: Ms D Masiteng at 083 845 2223
 
 
 
 
 
 
PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REF NO: PA/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Glen (Office of the Chief Financial Officer) 
REQUIREMENTS : NQF level 6 (Secretarial). 3-4 years 
 
DUTIES : To provide a secretarial/receptionist service to the Chief Director: Receives telephone calls. Performs advanced typing work. Operates and ensures that the office equipment, e.g. photocopiers are in good working order. Records the engagements of the Chief Director. Utilizes discretion to decide whether to accept/decline or refer to other employees requests for meetings, based on the assessed importance of the matter. Coordinates with and sensitises/advises the Chief Director regarding engagements. Compiles realistic schedules of appointments. To render administrative support services: Ensures the effective flow of information and documents to and from the office of the Chief Director. Ensures the safekeeping of all documentation in the office of the Chief Director in line with relevant legislation and policies. Obtains inputs, collates and compiles reports, e.g. Progress reports, Monthly reports, and Management reports. Scrutinizes routine submissions/reports and make notes and/or recommendations for the Chief Director. Responds to enquiries for the Chief Director and the unit where required. Collects, analysis and collates information requested by the Chief Director. Clarifies instructions and notes on behalf of the Chief Director. Ensures that travel arrangements are well coordinated. Prioritises issues in the office of the Chief Director. Manages the leave register and telephone accounts for the unit. Handles procurement of standard items like stationary, refreshments etc. for the activities of the Chief Director and the unit. Obtains the necessary signatures on documents like procurement advices and monthly salary reports. To provide support to the Chief Director regarding meetings. Scrutinises documents to determine actions/information/other documents required for meetings. Collects and compiles all necessary documents for the Chief Director to inform him/her on the contents. Records minutes/decisions and communicates to relevant role-players, follow-up on progress made. Prepare briefing notes for the Chief Director as required. Coordinate logistical arrangements for meetings when required. To support the Chief Director with the administration of the Chief Director’s budget. Collects and coordinates all the documents that relate to the Chief Director’s budget. Assists the Chief Director in determining funding requirements for purposes of MTEF submissions. Keeps record of expenditure commitments, monitors expenditure and alerts the Chief Director of possible over- and underspending. Checks and correlates BAS reports to ensure that expenditure is allocated correctly. Identifies the need to move funds between items, consults with the Chief Director and compiles draft memos for this purpose. Compares the MTEF allocation with the requested budget and informs the Chief Director of changes. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms L Mokhatla at 072 320 9486 
 
 
 
 
 
 
NETWORK CONTROLLER REF NO: NC/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Glen (Glen College of Agriculture) 
REQUIREMENTS : Degree or National Diploma in Information Technology 
 
DUTIES : Implement and installation of ITC equipment, which will include the setup, installation and testing of new equipment. Maintaining ITC equipment and software. Check for Viruses. Implement Security & Firewalls. Identify Hardware problems and Install Update(s) and patches of software. Install and commit connections for the transversal systems (e.g. PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS). Desktop and Technical Support Service in order for users to understand general IT programs and functionality. Network Administration e.g. responsible for upkeep and maintenance of LAN & WAN. Maintaining servers: Execute backups and supporting information. Provide e-mail access and Internet access to ensure effective communication. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms S Moshodi at 072 711 3848 
 
 
 
 
 
DISASTER AND RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER REF NO: DRMO/2025 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Glen (Disaster and Risk Management Section) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : B Sc Degree in Agriculture (NQF 8). 1 – 2 years’ agricultural experience required. Valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Perform Administrative and related functions: Inventory (Soft and hardware). Database of users (to including e-mail and internet accounts). Database of 3G card link to users. Provide support to the establishment of fodder banks for drought mitigation. Keep records of the fodder producing schemes within the province aimed at drought mitigation. Render support and advice to fodder bank centres, farmers and fodder depots for drought prevention, preparedness, mitigation and recovery during and after drought disaster occurrence. Support the implementation of disaster aid programmes. Update a database of farmers assisted during disaster relief initiatives. Render support for the implementation of contingency plans aimed at managing disasters and outbreaks. Collect and collate farmer applications for financial assistance with regard to any prevailing agricultural disasters. Assessment of impact of disasters and participate in the implementation of relief schemes / post disaster recovery. Implement the Early Warning Information systems. Develop and implement capacity building programmes / projects in municipalities and sector departments on matters related to disaster management (e.g. prevention, mitigation, risk response, etc). Disseminate Early Warning Information through the various modes of communication to all stakeholders. Monitor compliance to the Early Warning information by all stakeholders. Render support on mitigation projects especially linked to fire disasters which include support to the Fire Protection Associations. Render advice to relevant stakeholders on risk prevention via the collection of information and providing early warning advisories. Assess weather and climatic impacts on agricultural related activities. Support the implementation of all Agricultural Disaster Relief Funds. Gather information for financial relief to identified disaster affected stakeholders in accordance with the nature and severity of the disaster. Monitor the impact of the relief assistance to stakeholders. Represent the Department at the relevant Risk and Disaster Management forums. Perform all administrative and related functions. Give inputs towards policy. Keep abreast of latest national and international quality developments, prescripts, and policies procedures. Liaise with all key stakeholders in Early Warning Systems and Disaster Risk Management, e.g. National Agro-meteorological Committee, National and provincial Disaster Advisory Forum, Early Warning Committee as well as Provincial and municipal Disaster Management Centres, etc. Compile and submit relevant reports as required. Comply with Public Service prescripts and Departmental policies. Ensure customer satisfaction. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr M Ramorena at 064 542 5429 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK REF NO: AC/2025 (X2 POSTS) 
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Glen (Transport Services and Facilities Management) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A grade 12 certificate or equivalent. No previous experience required 
 
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services. Record, organize, store, capture and retrieve correspondence and data (line function). Update registers and statistics. Handle routine enquiries. Make photocopies and receive or send facsimiles. Distribute documents/packages to various stakeholders as required. Keep and maintain the filing system for the component. Type letters and / or other correspondence when required. Keep and maintain the incoming and outgoing document register of the component. Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in relation to procurement of goods and services. Obtain quotations, complete procurement forms for the purchasing of standard office items. Stock control of office stationery. Keep and maintain the asset register of the component. Provide personnel administration clerical support services within the component. Maintain a leave register for the component. Keep and maintain personnel records in the component. Arrange traveling and accommodation. Keep and maintain the attendance register of the component. Provide financial administration support services in the component. Capture and update expenditure in the component. Check correctness of subsistence and travel claims of officials and submit to manager for approval. Handle telephone accounts and petty cash. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Matlakala at 060 311 0329 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DRIVER / MESSENGER REF NO: DM/2025 
SALARY : R193 359 per annum (Level 04) 
CENTRE : QwaQwa
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 10 or ability to read and write. Valid Driver’s license 
 
DUTIES : To render a clerical support/messenger/ operator service in the relevant office. Collect and deliver documentation and related items in the department and other departments. Copy and send / deliver documents. Assist in the registry with the opening of files and filing of documents. Handle the mail register. Do shredding of documents. Ensure proper asset management of vehicles and equipment. To render driver functions. Drive light and medium motor vehicles to transport passengers and deliver items (mail and documents). Do routine maintenance on the allocated vehicle and report defects timely. Complete all the required and prescribe records and logs books with regard to the vehicle and the goods handled. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Moloi at 081 038 2231

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