DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA) 23 July 2026

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CLOSING DATE : 31 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, 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 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.

POST 25/06 : TRACTOR DRIVER/OPERATOR REF NO: 3/3/1/55/2026

Directorate: Inspectorate Services
SALARY : R170 226 per annum (Level 03)
CENTRE : Northwest (Buffelspoort)


REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 10 Certificate (NQF 3) A
Minimum of Five (5) years driving and operating specialised equipment
experience. Job Related Knowledge: Knowledge of operation of the
equipment. Physical inspection of vehicles and interpret instruction for proper
use of all controls for safe operation of vehicles. Planting and harvesting of
crops. Interpret and follow operating manuals. Maintenance manuals and
service charts. Job Related Skills: Operating a tractor. Operating specialised
machinery such as a TLB, Bulldozer etc. Using of different implements. Road
maintenance. Communication skills. Ability to read and write. Good eyesight.
Teamwork. A Valid driver’s license Code EC and operating Certificate.


DUTIES : Operates tractor with various implements to assist with physical execution of
various general farming activities. Perform routine maintenance and
preparations of vineyards, Orchards, nurseries and experimental site at PQS.
Perform the implementation and equipment maintenance and administrative
support. Ensure safe storage, cleaning and routine maintenance and repair of
implements and equipment. Operate Specialised Machinery. Operation of
specialised equipment such as boilers, pressurizers, autoclaves, tractors,
brush cutters, mowers, spray pumps, and front-end loaders. Perform basic
maintenance and repair of tractors, implements and equipment. Perform
general technical support with pest control in quarantine facilities. Responsible
for pesticide application according to recommendations from PQS. Assist with
preparation and mixing of pesticides according to recommendations as well as
manual spot spray application of pants in facilities.


ENQUIRIES : Mr T Pongolo Tel No: (021) 809 1640
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve
Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
TDOrecruit55@nda.gov.za.
NOTE : EE Target African Males and Persons with disability

POST 25/05 : SENIOR ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER REF NO: 3/3/1/52/2026

Directorate: Human Resources Utilization and Development
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)


REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a National Diploma in Management
Services / Operations Management / Production Management, Organizational
and Work study qualifications (NQF level 6). Minimum of one (1) year
experience. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Public Service and
Departmental prescripts / policies. Work study principles and techniques, Job
design and job profile compilation, Policies, procedure and prescripts,
Research / analysis, Job analysis and evaluation. Job related skills: Planning
and organizing, Communication, Interpersonal relations, Accuracy,
thoroughness and timorousness, Facilitation and presentation, Interpretation
of policies and analytical skills. Be willing to travel and work long, extended
hours. A valid driver’s license.


DUTIES : Conduct job analysis and job evaluation: acknowledge all requests received,
identify relevant role-players, conduct interview to obtain relevant information,
identify organisation deficiencies, benchmark posts, complete relevant
Compensate-Evaluate documents, compile final documents and present
recommendations to the JE panel. Render support regarding the provision of
secretariat services for committees: arrange venue for meetings, capture JE
data on Compensate-Evaluate system, prepare files for JE panels, capture
information during JE panel meetings into Compensate-Evaluate system,
Update JE documents with amended information, update JE database and
filing of JE documents. Compilation of job descriptions: gather relevant
information from the available resources (including research, benchmarking,
etc), arrange meetings and gather information with relevant role players,
analyse gathered information and consult stakeholders. Undertake
organisation and post establishment investigation: develop terms of reference
for interventions, undertake research/benchmark to obtain all necessary
information, analyse and process information, undertake functional analysis,
determine post establishment needs and make recommendations and draft
optimisation structure and job descriptions. Undertake investigations to
optimise work procedures and methods: Gather and analyse information,
compile documents (report, etc.) of analysed information with
recommendations and compile a draft report with recommendations.


ENQUIRIES : Ms L Manamela Tel No: (012) 312 9569
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve
Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
SODPrecruit52@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: African Female and Persons with disability.

We wish you all the best with your applications

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