DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA) VACANCIES

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​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 competition 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, the selection committee will recommend candidates for a generic management competency assessment, as per the Department of public Service and Administration (DPSA) directives. The assessment will evaluate candidates’ managerial competencies using standardised tools. 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 re-advertise 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.

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SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A REF NO: 3/3/1/48/2025 
Directorate: Genetic Resources 
SALARY : R391 671 per annum, (OSD) 
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Agricultural Science, Biology Science or Animal Science or a relevant qualification. Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a Certified Natural Scientist. Minimum of 3 years post qualification technical (scientific) experience. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Animal Production or Conservation and Sustainable use. Scientific methodologies. Research and development. Computer-aided Scientific application. Technical report writing. Creating high performance culture. Professional judgement. Data analysis. Mentoring. Job related skills: Analytical skills. Problem solving and analysis. Team leadership. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Computer literacy. People management. Planning and organising. Conflict management. Negotiation skills. Change management. Networking. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures relevant to conservation and sustainable use of animal genetic resources. Perform technical scientific functions and tasks that require interpretation in the presence of an established framework. Apply operational standards and consolidate methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions. Preparation for and participation in research activities. Data collection through field surveys. Maintenance, calibration and operation of scientific equipment. Provide technical support and advice relevant to conservation and sustainable use of animal genetic resources. Develop working relations with client base. Promote public awareness of scientific activities. Provide technical / scientific data, information and advice. Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions relevant to conservation and sustainable use of animal genetic resources. Preparation of data and routine interpretation. Database and data management. Analysis of technical scientific data. Dissemination of information. Apply the appropriate scientific and technical procedures / skills to generate information and knowledge. Formulate proposals and compile reports. Develop and customise operational procedures. Conduct research and development relevant to conservation and sustainable use of animal genetic resources. Ensure continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Conceptualise and develop scientific equipment. Equipment review. Research / literature studies to improve expertise. Publish and present technical reports and research findings. Liaise with relevant bodies / councils on technology-related matters. Human capital development relevant to conservation and sustainable use of animal genetic resources. Mentor, train and develop candidate research technicians and others to promote skills / knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of practice. Supervise technical support and processes. Manage the performance management and development of staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Dr N Netnou-Nkoana Tel No: (012) 319 6024/060 973 1516 
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email STPrecruit482025@nda.gov.za
 
NOTE : EE Target African, Coloured and White Males and African Females, and persons with disability. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: 3/3/1/50/2025 
Directorate: Cooperatives 
SALARY : R325 101 per annum (Level 07) 
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration / Business Management. Minimum of 1 year experience in administration environment. Job related knowledge: Public Service Regulation, Financial procedures, Treasury Regulations, Basic Accounting System (BAS) and Logistical Information System (LOGIS). Job related skills: Computer literacy, interpersonal skills, organising and planning skills, communication skills (written and verbal), analytical skills, problem solving skills and financial management skills.
 
DUTIES : Render 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, audit and financial functions. Administer Subsistence and Travel claims and other related expenditure. Administer the procurement of goods and services. Compile 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 goods and services on the system (LOGIS, etc). 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 and / or 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. Provide records keeping. Checking draft minutes for accuracy against recording or notes. Administer assets. Maintain asset register. Liaise with asset unit during asset verification. Manage outgoing and on-going assets. Allocate equipment to officials. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms G Matubatuba Tel No: (012) 319 8104 
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email AOrecruit502025@nda.gov.za
 
NOTE : EE Target: African males and African females and Persons with disabilities. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
REGISTRY CLERK REF NO: 3/3/1/47/2025 
Directorate: Genetic Resources 
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate (NQF Level 4). No experience required. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data and operate a computer. Working knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Knowledge of storage and retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment. Understanding of the work in registry. Job related skills: Planning and organisation skills, Computer literacy, Language skills and Communication skills (verbal and written). Interpersonal relations. Flexibility and work within a team. 
 
DUTIES : Provide registry counter services. Attend to clients. Handle telephonic and other enquiries received. Receive and register hand delivered mail / files. Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence. Receive sort, register and dispatch all mail. Distribute notices on registry issues. Render an effective filing and record management service. Opening and close files according to record classification system. Filling / storage, tracing (electronically / manually) and retrieval of documents and files. Complete index cards for all files. Operate office machines in relation to the registry function. Open and maintain Franking machine register. Frank post, record money and update register on a daily basis. Undertake spot checks on post to ensure no private post is included. Lock post in postbag for messengers to deliver to the Post Office. Open and maintain remittance register. Record all valuable articles as prescribed in the remittance register. Hand delivers and signs over remittances to finance. Send wrong remittances back to sender via registered post and record reference number in register. Keep daily record of number of letters franked. Process documents for archiving and / disposal. Electronic scanning of files. Sort and package files for archives and distribution. Compile list of documents to be archived and submit to the supervisor. Keep records for archived documents. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Aphane Tel No: (012) 319 6505/ 071 097 0697 
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email RCrecruit472025@nda.gov.za
 
NOTE : EE Targe: African Males and Females and Persons with disabilities. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 3/3/1/49/2025 
Directorate: Agricultural Inputs Control 
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05) 
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria) 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate. No experience required. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate a computer and collecting statistics. Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment. Job related skills: Language skills, Good communication skills (verbal and written), Planning and organisation skills, Computer literacy, Interpersonal relations, Flexibility and Ability to work within a team.
 
DUTIES : 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 and receive or send facsimiles. Distribute documents / packages to various stakeholders as required. Keep and maintain the filling 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 within 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. Keep and maintain the attendance register of the component. Arrange travelling and accommodation. 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 for the component. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr D Motloi Tel No: (012) 319 6889 
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ACrecruit492025@nda.gov.za
 
NOTE : EE Target: African, Coloured and White Males and Coloured and White Females and Persons with disabilities.