DEPARTMENT OF LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

DEPARTMENT OF LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

CLOSING DATE : 28 August 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 Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/ appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. 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. 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. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. 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 re-advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD 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.

MANAEGEMENT ECHELON

DISTRICT DIRECTOR REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/212

Directorate: Ehlanzeni District Office

SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services (SMS)

CENTRE : Mpumalanga

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Business Administration / Public Management / Public Administration / Project Management / Bachelor of Arts in Sociology / Anthropology / Community Development Studies (NQF level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment. Minimum of 5 years of experience at middle / senior managerial level in the relevant environment. Experience in the implementation and management of projects. A valid driver’s licence. Job related knowledge: A thorough understanding of project management. Understanding of corporate governance principles. Ability to implement performance management and monitoring systems. Knowledge of government systems. Ability to think conceptually when analysing data designing concepts to modify corporate policies, procedures and processes. Job related skills: Project management. Coaching and mentoring (though leadership). Analytical thinking. Adaptability and flexibility. Customer service. Initiative. Innovation and creativity. Communication (verbal and written). Computer literate. Willingness to travel. Ability to work under pressure. Willingness to work after hours.

DUTIES : Provide capacity building and National Rural Youth Service Corps (NARYSEC) services. Provide NARYSEC support services. Facilitate the establishment and support of participatory community development. Facilitate and coordinate NARYSEC project implementation. Facilitate youth programmes and skills development at provincial and district level. Reduce household poverty in accordance with comprehensive Rural Development Programme (CRDP). Provide strategic land acquisition services. Implement strategic land acquisition projects proposals. Procure service providers for development of project proposals. Coordinate the implementation process of land acquisition. Provide strategic land acquisition support services in the district. Facilitate poverty reduction, and the development of cooperatives, rural enterprises and industries. Promote rural businesses development and facilitate rural development financing. Facilitate establishment and support of primary cooperatives. Facilitate organisation of primary cooperatives into secondary and tertiary cooperative sand provide support. Facilitate the development of rural enterprises and industries. Provide land development support services. Manage the development of business plans for the development or agrarian development projects. Promote the participation of farmers through ownership and control across commodities value chains. Monitor the implementation of land development support projects and development business plans. Provide property management services. Administer and provide property leases administration. Administer and provide property holdings and disposable. Implement land rights and tenure reform programmes. Provide communal land tenure programmes. Provide land rights programmes. Establish, maintain, and support communal property institutions. Facilitate land dispute resolutions. Render corporate and financial support services. Provide legal advice. Provide telecommunications services. Provide administration and financial support services. Provide client relations services. Provide office services.

ENQUIRIES : Ms ZP Hadebe Tel No: (013) 754 8020

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 17 Van Rensburg Street, 7th Floor Bateleur Building, Mbombela, 1200 or by email to Post212@dlrrd.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: Coloured and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian Females and Persons with disabilities.

DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/213

Directorate: Financial And Supply Chain Management Services

CENTRE : Mpumalanga (Mbombela)

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Cost Management Accounting / Financial Management / Accounting / Public Finance / Auditing / Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management / Purchasing Management / Management (Logistics / Supply Chain Management) (NQF Level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment. Minimum of 5 years of experience at middle / senior managerial level in the relevant environment. A valid driver’s licence. Job related knowledge: Extensive knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Treasury Regulations Generally Reviewed Accounting Principles. Job related skills: Coaching and Mentoring (though leadership). Prepare and deliver presentations. Analytical thinking. Adaptability and Flexibility. Customer service. Initiative. Innovation and creativity. Process improvement. Communication (verbal and written). Project management. Computer literate. Willingness to travel.

DUTIES : Ensure compliance to financial management standards by adhering to policies and guidelines. Ensure compliance with Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and other related legislation and instructions. Ensure implementation of policies, systems, procedures, and processes to ensure sound financial management. Oversee financial support services within the provincial shared service centres. Manage financial accounting processes. Manage the departmental budget. Manage salaries and payroll. Maintenance of finance systems. Oversee supply chain, facilities and office administration. Manage the demand management plan and acquisition of goods, services and assets. Provide logistics, travel and transport services. Provide assets and facilities management. Oversee financial management support services. Provide internal control and reporting services. Develop and maintain budget and reporting. Provide payment services. Provide asset revenue management. Provide lease revenue management.

ENQUIRIES : Ms ZP Hadebe Tel No: (013) 754 8020

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 17 Van Rensburg Street, 7th Floor Bateleur Building, Mbombela, 1200 or by email to Post213@dlrrd.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: Coloured and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian Females and Persons with disabilities.

DIRECTOR: PROVINCIAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/214

Directorate: Provincial Operations Support

CENTRE : Mpumalanga (Mbombela)

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Public Administration / Business Administration / Public Management (NQF Level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment. Minimum of 5 years of experience at middle / senior managerial level in the operations support environment. A valid driver’s licence. Job related knowledge: Understanding of corporate governance principle. Ability to implement performance management and monitoring systems. Knowledge of government systems. Job related skills: Ability to communicate effectively across a broad spectrum. A thorough understanding and practical experience of Project Management. Analytical and problem-solving. Facilitation and coordination. Experience in implementation of goals / plans, including monitoring, tracking and reporting status toward goal completion. Ability to think conceptually when analysing data and designing concepts to modify corporate policies, procedures and processes. Presentation and comfortable creating and communicating compelling arguments for modifying a course of action. Computer literacy. Willingness to travel. Ability to work under pressure and long hours.

DUTIES : Facilitate the integration of planning, resource allocation and performance management of outcomes of the Provincial Office through the Corporate Governance Framework. Facilitate the issuing of planning framework by the Directorate: Strategic Planning for all Provincial Offices and monitor Provincial Offices planning process. Analyse the District Integrated Operational Plans and ensure alignment with the DLRRD Annual Performance Plan. Analyse Provincial Integrated Operational Plans and ensure alignment to the District Operational Plans. Ensure approval (signing off) of all Districts and Provincial Integrated Operational Plans. Lead the development and implementation of consistent corporate performance monitoring and evaluation to focus on the delivery of Provincial Office Annual Performance Plan outcomes. Manage and implement evaluation and research frameworks. Monitor the initiating and conducting research and evaluation. Coordinate the integration of all monitoring and evaluation systems within the province. Manage reporting instruments and tools on monitoring and evaluation. Ensure robust governance, effective decision making, value for money and appropriate benefits are achieved through corporate activity, policy and strategy frameworks. Monitor monthly and provide written reports on functionality of provincial governance structures. Randomly attend the provincial governance structures as part of monitoring functionality. Provide professional advice and support to the Chief Director: Provincial Office in community participation, community planning, corporate and operational planning, program performance reporting, corporate project, policy, strategy and infrastructure development and implementation, and corporate governance development and implementation. Provide quarterly reports identifying performance risks and recommending intervention plans and improvements for operational efficiency and performance improvements. Prepare bi-annual integrated operational plan performance reports clearly identifying trends, areas requiring policy and systems improvements. Provide professional advice as when the need arise and especially when risks are identified. Provide assistance with the initiation, management, coordination and the implementation of strategic corporate projects. Integrate strategic, operational and performance management functions, frameworks and systems, including recommendations for strategic resource allocation at provincial level. Provide assistance to the Chief Director: Provincial Office Coordination to initiate and coordinate the implementation of strategic corporate (cross-provincial service centres) projects to improve the Provincial Office ability to meet strategic outcomes and service delivery objectives exercising appropriate discretion to achieve required outcomes. Monitor the performance of the identified DLRRD key programmes and facilitate sharing of the best practices and lessons learnt by provinces through the existing departmental governance structures. Monitor implementation of Standard Operating Procedures in implementation of the departmental key programmes (obtain reports from Directors, analyse and produce bi-monthly reports). Establish and maintain internal and external networks to monitor trends and best practice in corporate governance. Identify institutions that will be part of the networks for the DLRRD and have a report approved by the Chief Director and facilitate development of relationships and networks with those institutions. Ensure the maintenance of these networks and ongoing relationships. Benchmark with the identified institutions to get best practices and learn lessons from these institutions once a year. Develop a report on proposed continuous improvement. Develop Integrated Operational Plans performance reporting system. Monitor all provincial performance against the approved Integrated Operational Plans monthly. Request and get monthly reports from Directors. Analyse the reports (performance reported against plans, reasons for variance and proposed intervention plans). Consolidate monthly the Provincial Performance to one (1) Integrated Operational Performance plan.

ENQUIRIES : Ms ZP Hadebe Tel No: (013) 754 8020

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 17 Van Rensburg Street, 7th Floor Bateleur Building, Mbombela, 1200 or by email to Post214@dlrrd.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: Coloured and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian Females and Persons with disabilities.

OTHER POSTS

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/215

Directorate: Corporate Services

SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE : Western Cape (Cape Town)

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration / Business Management or relevant equivalent qualification. Minimum of 2 years' experience in administration environment. A valid driver's licence. Job related knowledge: Public Service Regulations, Financial procedures, Treasury Regulations and Basic Accounting System (BAS). Job related skills: Computer literacy, Interpersonal relations, Organising and Planning, Communication (verbal and written), Analytical thinking, Problem solving ability, Financial management and report writing. Work under pressure, Teamwork and willingness to work extra hours.

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 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, audit and financial functions. Verify Transport and Subsistence (T&S) and sundry and overtime payment. Administer the procurement of goods and services. Compile, manage and maintain of the Demand Management Plan. Facilitate Supply Chain Management (SCM) services. Facilitate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting on SCM related matters. Control over safekeeping, utilisation and maintenance of all assets. Ensure proper administration of sourcing and evaluation of quotations. Capture and authorise of goods / services on LOGIS system. 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 of notes. Administer asset. Maintain asset register. Liaise with asset unit during asset verification. Manage outgoing and on-going assets. Allocate equipment to officials.

ENQUIRIES : Mr T Mtintsilana at (071) 302 1220

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 4th floor, No 2 Riebeeck Street, ABSA Building, Cape Town or by email to Post215@dlrrd.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured and Indian Males and Indian and White Females and Persons with Disabilities.

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/216

Directorate: Tenure Reform Implementation

SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE : Western Cape (Cape Town)

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 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, audit and financial functions. Verify Transport and Subsistence (T&S) and sundry and overtime payment. Administer the procurement of goods and services. Compile, manage and maintain of the Demand Management Plan. Facilitate Supply Chain Management (SCM) services. Facilitate monthly, quarterly and annual reporting on SCM related matters. Control over safekeeping, utilisation and maintenance of all assets. Ensure proper administration of sourcing and evaluation of quotations. Capture and authorise of goods/services on LOGIS system. 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 development / review of the 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 of notes. Administer asset. Maintain asset register. Liaise with asset unit during asset verification. Manage outgoing and on-going assets. Allocate equipment to officials.

ENQUIRIES : Mr T Mtintsilana at (071) 302 1220

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 4th floor, No 2 Riebeeck Street, ABSA Building, Cape Town or by email to Post216@dlrrd.gov.za

NOTE : EE Target: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and African, Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with Disabilities.

SECRETARY REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/211

Directorate: Financial And Supply Chain Management Services

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : North West (Mmabatho)

REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate. Job related knowledge: Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Job related skills: Good telephone etiquette. Sound organisational ability. Good people skills. Computer literacy. Ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds (both written and verbal). Ability to act with tact and discretion.

DUTIES : Provide a secretariat / receptionist support service to the Director. Receive telephone calls and refer the calls to the correct role players if not meant for the relevant senior manager. Record appointments and events in the diary. Type documents for the senior manager and other staff within the unit. Operate office equipment e.g. computers and photocopiers. Provide a clerical support service to the Senior Manager. Liaise with travel agencies to make travel arrangements. Check arrangements when relevant documents are received. Arrange meetings and events for the senior manager and the staff in the unit. Identifies venues, invite role players, organise refreshments and sets up schedules for meeting and events. Process the travel and subsistence claims for the unit. Process all invoices that emanate from the activities of the work of the senior manager. Records basic minutes of meetings of the senior manager where required. Draft routine correspondence and reports. Do filing of documents for the senior manager and the unit where necessary. Administer matters like leave registers and telephonic accounts. Receive, records and distributes all incoming and outgoing documents. Handle the procurement of standard items like stationary, refreshments etc. Collects all relevant documents to enable the Director to prepare for meetings. Remains up to date with regard to prescripts / policies and procedures applicable to her / his work environment to ensure efficient and effective support to the senior manager. Study the relevant public service and the departmental prescripts / policies and other documents to ensure that the application thereof is understood properly. Keep abreast with the procedures and process that apply in the office of the senior manager.

ENQUIRIES : Ms P Dipudi Tel No: (018) 388 7138

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Cnr James Moroka and Sekame Drive, West Gallery, Megacity, Mmabatho, 2735 or by email to Post211@dlrrd.gov.za

NOTE : EE Targets: African, Indian and White Males and African, Indian and White Females and Persons with Disabilities.

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