DEPARTMENT OF LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT Jobs – 04 October 2026

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CLOSING DATE : 16 October 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. All shortlisted
candidate, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one
will be a practical exercise to determine a candidates suitability based on the
posts technical and generic requirements and the other must be integrity
(ethical conduct) assessment. 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. 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.
ERRATUM: The position of Secretary with Ref No: 3/1/1/1/2026/221 for the
Directorate: Forensic Investigation: Gauteng (Pretoria) that was advertised in
Public Service Vacancy Circular 33 dated 11 September 2026 has reference.
Applicants are advised that the position has been withdrawn. The Department
apologies for any inconvenience caused.

POST 35/107 : FINANCE CLERK REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/258 (X4 POSTS)

Directorate: Financial Management and Accounting
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)


REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12
Certificate. No experience required. Job related knowledge: Basic knowledge
of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate
computer and collate financial statistics. Basic knowledge and insight of the
Public Service financial legislations procedures and Treasury regulations
(PFMA, DORA, PSA, PSR, PPPFA, FINANCIAL Manual). Knowledge of basic
financial operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS etc). Job related skills:
Planning and organise skills. Computer literacy skills. Communication (verbal
and written) skills. Interpersonal relations. Basic numeracy skills.


DUTIES : Render Financial Accounting transactions. Receive invoices. Check invoices
for correctness, verification and approval (internal control). Process invoices
(e.g. capture payments). Filing of all documents. Collection of cash. Perform
Salary Administration support services. Receive salary advices. Process
advices (e.g. check advices for correctness, capture salaries, bonuses, salary
adjustments, capture all deductions etc). File all documents. Perform
Bookkeeping support services. Capture all financial transactions. Clear
suspense accounts. Record debtors and creditors. Process electronic banking
transactions. Render a budget support service. Collect information from budget
holders. Compare expenditure against budget. Identify variances. Capture,
allocate virements on budgets. Distribute documents with regard to the budget.
File all documents. Receive and capture cash payments.


ENQUIRIES : Mr HS Tshinavhe Tel No: (012) 338 7324
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Office of
the Chief Registrar of Deeds at 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria, 0083.
Candidates are also encouraged to apply by using this link
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za before the closing date as no late applications
will be considered. Applications and supporting documents sent to us that are
not specified in the advertisement for the post that you are applying for will not
be accepted
NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males, and Coloured, Indian
and White Females, and Persons with Disabilities.

POST 35/106 : SECRETARY REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/257

Directorate: Human Resource and Records Management
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)


REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of Grade 12
Certificate or relevant equivalent qualification. No experience required. Job
related knowledge: Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Job related skills: Good telephone etiquette. Sound organisational skills. Good
people skills. Computer literacy. Language skills and ability to communicate
well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds. Basic
written communication skills. Ability to act with tact and discretion.


DUTIES : Provide a secretarial / receptionist support service to the Director. Receive
telephonic calls and refers the calls to the correct role players if not meant for
the relevant senior manager. Record appointments and events on the diary.
Types documents for the senior manager and other staff within the unit on a
word processes. Operate office equipment e.g. printers and photocopiers.
Provide a clerical support service to the senior manager. Liaise with travel
agencies to make travel arrangements. Checks the arrangements when
relevant documents are received. Arrange meetings and events for the senior
manager and other staff in the unit. Identifies venues, invites 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
the meetings of the senior manager where required. Draft routine
correspondence and reports. Do filling 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. Collect 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. Remain abreast with the procedures
and processes that apply in the office of the senior manager.


ENQUIRIES : Mr HS Tshinavhe Tel No: (012) 338 7324
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Office of
the Chief Registrar of Deeds at 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria, 0083.
Candidates are also encouraged to apply by using this link
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za before the closing date as no late applications
will be considered. Applications and supporting documents sent to us that are
not specified in the advertisement for the post that you are applying for will not
be accepted.
NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males, and Indian and White
Females, and Persons with Disabilities.

POST 35/105 : SENIOR TELECOM OPERATOR REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/246 (X2 POSTS)

Directorate: Facilities Management Services
SALARY : R280 278 per annum (Level 06)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)


REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12
Certificate. Minimum of 1-year relevant working experience within a
switchboard environment Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Microsoft
packages. Job related skills: Telephone etiquette. Computer literacy. Customer
care. Good communication (verbal and written). Interpersonal relations. Ability
to operate a switchboard. Ability to communicate well with people at different
levels and from different backgrounds. Ability to learn the Department’s service
delivery components. Ability to take initiatives. Ability to work independently.
Ability to organise work. Ability to prioritise work.


DUTIES : Render telephone services. Keep and maintain incoming and outgoing calls
register of the component. Screen and forward calls. Receive telephone
messages. Record telephone messages. Develop and maintain a database of
contact numbers for all officials. Provide information to clients and address all
general enquiries. Render customer services. Ensure that consumers are
referred promptly and correctly. Ensure that customers are always attended to.
Supply basic information to customers regarding the department’s services
when required. Manage switchboard service. Operate switchboard by always
answering incoming and outgoing calls. Keep database of other important
contact numbers on an on-going basis. Report faults on the telephone system
and report to the supervisor and service provider when needed. Identify and
inspect default and defective equipment. Utilise the Telephone Management
System to monitor telephone costs on an ongoing basis. Ensure that
switchboard and all telephone lines are always in working condition. Administer
telephone accounts. Complete telephone register and submit to supervisor.
Reconcile private telephone with register and submit to supervisor. Implement
barring and other facilities. Update internal telephone directory when required.
Distribute internal telephone directory to internal users when required. Print
telephone cost report for each extension monthly. Allocate and monitor pin
codes.


ENQUIRIES : Mr P Chuene Tel No: (012) 312 8644
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivered during office hours to: 600
Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park,
Pretoria, 0002 or by email to Post246@dlrrd.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured and Indian Males, and Coloured and Indian
Females, and Persons with Disabilities.

POST 35/104 : STATE ACCOUNTANT REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/250

Directorate: Financial And Supply Chain Management Services
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Western Cape (Cape Town)


REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12
Certificate and a National Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting /
Financial Management / Commerce / Economics / BCom Accounting or related
equivalent qualifications. Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in
management accounting environment. A valid driver’s licence. Job related
knowledge: Public Service Act. Public Finance Management Act. Preferential
Procurement Policy Framework Act. Treasury or Financial Regulations of the
Public Finance Act. PERSAL, Basic Accounting System (BAS) and Logistical
Information System (LOGIS). Job related skills: Analytical thinking.
Communication (verbal and written). Computer literacy. Report writing and
problem solving.


DUTIES : Process BAS, PERSAL and LOGIS transactions. Check, verify payment and
capture on BAS. Approve PERSAL transactions. Maintain budget (shifting of
funds). Compile, capture, or approve journals. Reconcile travel agency
account. Ascertain invoices received. Reconcile/analyse key accounts.
Accumulate synopsis report (age analysis). Compile financial reports. Compile
and submit inputs and Port Folio of Evidence (POEs) on financial reports
(accruals and payables reports). Provide input on invoices paid within 30 days.
Compile Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Estimates of National
Expenditure (ENE), Adjusted Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE)
inputs. Process petty cash and revenue collections. Check and sign petty cash
replenishment and balance cash on hand. Facilitate petty cash count and
report. Perform daily deposit confirmations.


ENQUIRIES : Mr BC Zuma Tel No: (021) 409 0300
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
Post250@dlrrd.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males, and Coloured, Indian
and White Females, and Persons with Disabilities.

POST 35/103 : SUPPLY CHAIN CLERK SUPERVISOR REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/249

Directorate: Financial And Supply Chain Management Services
SALARY : R338 106 per annum (Level 07)
CENTRE : Western Cape (Cape Town)


REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12
Certificate or relevant equivalent qualification. Minimum of 3 years or relevant
experience required. Job related knowledge: Basic knowledge of supply chain
duties, practice as well as the ability to capture data, operate a computer, and
collect statistics. Basic knowledge and understanding of the legislative
framework governing the Public Service. Basic knowledge of work procedures
in terms of the working environment. Job related skills: Planning and
organisation. Computer literacy (supply chain management systems). Good
communication (verbal and written). Interpersonal relations. Language and
flexibility.


DUTIES : Supervise and render asset management clerical services. Oversee the
compilation and maintenance of records. Verify the issuing of equipment and
accessories to components and individuals in need. Identify redundant, nonserviceable and obsolete equipment for disposal. Oversee the verification of
the asset register. Supervise and render demand and acquisition clerical
services. Update and maintain supplier (including contractors) database.
Ensure that suppliers are captured and registered on the systems. Request
and receive quotations. Capture specifications on the electronic purchasing
system. Ensure that all orders are placed on time. Issue and receive bid
documents. Provide secretariat or logistical support during the bid
consideration and contracts conclusions. Supervise and undertake logistical
support services. Check, place and verify orders for goods. Receive and verify
goods from suppliers. Capture and ensure that goods are captured in registers
and database. Receive request for goods from end users. Issue goods to end
users. Check and maintain goods registers. Update and ensure the
maintenance of the register of suppliers. Supervise human resources/staff.
Allocate and ensure quality of work. Personnel development. Assess staff
performance. Apply discipline.


ENQUIRIES : Mr BC Zuma Tel No: (021) 409 0300
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
Post249@dlrrd.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males, and Coloured, Indian
and White Females, and Persons with Disabilities

SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER PERFORMANCE

Directorate: Human Resource and Records Management
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)


REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12
Certificate and a National Diploma in Human Resource Management / Public
Administration or related equivalent qualification measuring in Human
Resource Management / Development. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in
performance management environment. A valid driver’s licence. Job related
knowledge: Public Service Act (as amended). Public Service Regulations (as
amended). National Minimum Information Requirements. DPSA Incentive
Policy Framework. Relevant Human Resource Management Policies and
Procedures. Performance Management and Development System (PMDS).
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Treasury Regulations. PERSAL. Job
Related Skills: Interpersonal skills. Communication (verbal and written) skills.
Organisational skills. Technical skills. Presentation skills. Facilitation skills.
Problem solving skills. Financial management. Time management. Computer
literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).


DUTIES : Identify new trends/updates in performance management. Research the new
trends in performance management. Benchmark with other institutions
pertaining performance management matters. Share new updates / changes
on performance management. Implement the policy framework for
performance management and participate in the reviewing thereof. Participate
in the reviewing of performance management framework. Implementations of
performance management prescripts / circulars and framework / regulations
pertaining to performance agreements, assessments, moderations and
outcomes of performance assessment. Participate in policy reviews
discussions. Provide performance management, grade progressions,
probations expertise and advice to Human Resource Practitioners both in
National and Provincial Offices. Provide advice to staff members and
practitioners on performance management, grade progressions and probations
matters. Monitor the implementation of performance incentives. Ensure
components adhere to allocated performance bonuses budget. Ensure eligible
employees’ incentives are implemented. Ensure outcomes of performance
assessment are issued. Provide assistance in identifying and dealing with
under-performing employees and probations in the Department. Identify and
monitor implementation of under performers’ performance improvement plans.
Provide advice and guidance to employees regarding probations. Train
employees on performance management system, probations and identify gaps
in the implementation of the policies. Identify the training needs on
performance management and probations. Conduct workshops regarding
performance management and probations to employees.


ENQUIRIES : Mr L Tshivhase Tel No: (012) 338 7123
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Office of
the Chief Registrar of Deeds at 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria, 0083.
Candidates are also encouraged to apply by using this link
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za before the closing date as no late applications
will be considered. Applications and supporting documents sent to us that are
not specified in the advertisement for the post that you are applying for will not
be accepted
NOTE : EE Targets: African, Indian and White Males, and Coloured, Indian and White
Females, and Persons with Disabilities

SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN PRACTITIONER: LOGISTICS AND ASSET MANAGEMENT X2

POST 35/101 : SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN PRACTITIONER: LOGISTICS AND ASSET
MANAGEMENT REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/255 (X2 POSTS)
Directorate: Supply Chain Management
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)


REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12
Certificate and a National Diploma in Financial Management / Logistics /
Purchasing Management / Supply Chain Management / Public Administration
/ Public Management or relevant equivalent qualification. Minimum of 2 years
working experience in Supply Chain Management environment. A valid driver’s
licence. Job related knowledge: Public Finance Management Act. Treasury
Regulations. Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA).
Departmental SCM and Asset management procurement policy. Job related
skills: Computer literacy. Interpersonal skill. Communication (verbal and
written) skills. Willingness to travel. Team work. Work under pressure and meet
deadlines. Use a computer for prolonged periods.


DUTIES : Generate purchase order. Capture and approve purchase order on Accpac
system. Retrieve and verify outstanding purchase order report. Confirm goods
and services rendered. Receipt and approval of purchase order for goods and
services rendered. Track document number and print RCP. Submitted
documents to Credits. Create goods received / receiving slips. Verify receipt of
goods and services. Certify invoice for payment as per delegation of authority.
Approval of RCP on the system. Coordinate travel arrangements. Receive
travel forms and check completeness and compliance of the travel documents.
Send document to travel agency to request a quotation. Capture travel request
on workflow. Receive, verify compliance of travel bookings before PO is
generated on the system. Approve PO on the system. Conducting asset
verification, stock count and disposal. Receive, verify and check the availability
of stock. Issue stock, update bin cards and system accordingly. Sign invoices
and delivery notes upon delivery of stock. Verify spot checked to determine
stock defects, surpluses and to identify redundant consumables, draft
memorandums for disposals. Monitor stock levels and advice on replenishment
of stock. Compile asset verification plan. Conduct spot check. Conduct asset
verification at all deeds offices. Scrutinise and reconcile asset verification
reports against the asset register. Update asset verification finding in the asset
register. Check if asset verification findings are signed off and filed. Identify
redundant, obsolete and unserviceable for disposal. Draft disposal
memorandum. Impaired and disposal assets are updated in the asset register.
Monitor all transfer assets within the deeds offices and other beneficiaries.
Reconcile the asset register against general ledger. Record all assets of the
department in the asset register. Update and monitor the utilisation of the
assets by the relevant fields. Check that asset management systems are
operating. Assist with compilation of comprehensive asset management plan.
Check asset clearing account. Monitor all asset related accounts on Accpac
system. Provide information and supporting documents on asset transactions
to be journalized. Identify assets which must be reassessed.


ENQUIRIES : Mr L Tshivhase Tel No: (012) 338 7123
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Office of
the Chief Registrar of Deeds at 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria, 0083.
Candidates are also encouraged to apply by using this link
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za before the closing date as no late applications
will be considered. Applications and supporting documents sent to us that are
not specified in the advertisement for the post that you are applying for will not
be accepted
NOTE : EE Targets: Coloured, Indian and White Males, and Coloured, Indian and White
Females, and Persons with Disabilities

We wish you all the best with your applications

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