DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES

 

CLOSING DATE : 10 November 2023 at 16:00

 

NOTE : The application must include only a completed and signed new Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) website link: and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ Certified copies of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate and the required qualifications as well as a driver’s licence where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to Human Resources on or before the day of the interview date. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, 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: DALRRD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity in DALRRD through the filling of posts. The Department reserves the right not to fill a position. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks. The successful candidate will be subjected to undergo security vetting. DALRRD will conduct reference checks which may include social media profiles of the shortlisted candidates. Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered during / after the interview took place, the application will not be considered and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance agreement with the Department. 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. African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

SENIOR DATA CAPTURER REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/681

 

Directorate: Quality Assurance and Administration

 

SALARY : R241 485 per annum (Level 06)

 

CENTRE : Eastern Cape (East London)

 

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate. Minimum of 1 year experience in data capturing or administration experience within Restitution. Job related knowledge: Public Service sector requirements. Job related skills: Computer literacy in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and e-mail programmes, Excellent typing skills and Communication skills (verbal and written).

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Vuuren Tel No: (043) 701 8127 or Ms A Kili Tel No: (043) 701 8136

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be forwarded by post to PO Box 1716, East London, 5200 or Hand delivered to Corner Moore Coutts Street, Ocean Terrace View, Block H, Quigney, East London, 5200.

NOTE : African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and Indian and White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

 

ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/682

 

Directorate: Land and Soil Management

 

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

 

CENTRE : Free State (Bloemfontein)

 

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.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr LJ Mahlatji Tel No: (051) 409 2617

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X20803, Bloemfontein, 9300 or hand delivered during office hours to: 136 Charlotte Maxeke Street, Bloemfontein, 9300.

NOTE : African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and Indian Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

 

GROUNDSMAN REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/683

 

Directorate: Inspection Services

 

SALARY : R125 373 per annum (Level 02)

 

CENTRE : North West (Buffelsport)

 

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of NQF level 1 or 2 (Adult Basic Education and Training (Abet) level 2 / 3 certificate). No experience required. Job related skills: Basic numeracy skills.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr T Pongolo Tel No: (021) 809 1640

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20 Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083.

NOTE : African, Indian and White Males and African, Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

 

PROFESSIONAL SURVEYOR (GRADE A - C) REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/675

 

Directorate: Examination Services

 

SALARY : R687 879 – R1 035 084 per annum, (Salary will be in accordance with the OSD requirements)

 

CENTRE : Limpopo (Polokwane)

 

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Survey / Geomatics. Compulsory registration with South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as Professional Surveyor on appointment. Compulsory registration with South African Geomatics Council (SAGC) as Professional Land Surveyor to perform cadastral surveys. Minimum of 3 years post qualification survey experience. Job related knowledge: Programme and project management. Survey design and analysis knowledge. Research and development. Computer-aided survey applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Creating high performance culture. Technical report writing. Networking. Professional judgement. Job related skills: Decision making skills, Team leadership skills, Analytical skills, Creativity skills, Self-management skills, Financial management skills, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication skills (verbal and written), Computer literacy, Planning and organising, Conflict management skills, Problem solving analysis skills, People management skills, Change management skills and Innovation skills. A valid driver’s licence.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr K Senosha Tel No: (015) 495 1904

APPLICATIONS : Application can be submitted by post, Private Bag X9312, Polokwane, 0700, or hand delivered during office hours to: 61 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700.

NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

 

PROJECT COORDINATOR: LAND DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/676

 

Directorate: District Office

 

SALARY : R527 298 per annum (Level 10)

 

CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)

 

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Economics / Agri-Business / Agricultural Management / B Com. Agriculture / Agri-Business. Minimum of 3 years relevant experience at supervisory level. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of the Departments policies, prescripts and practices pertaining to Land Reform. Knowledge and understanding of sector needs and business requirements. In-depth knowledge of Policy Development and Monitoring and Evaluation techniques. Knowledge and understanding of Government Development Policies e.g National Development Plan, National Growth Path, Planning and Budgeting Framework, etc. Research methodology. Good Corporate Governance Principles. Knowledge in Human and Financial Management. Job related skills: Project management skills. Communication skills (verbal and written). Agricultural development skills. Conflict management skills. Stakeholder mobilisation. Financial management skills. Computer literacy. Information management and Analytical skills. A valid driver’s license.

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms K Segole Tel No: (012) 337 3658

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X09 Hatfield, 0028 or hand delivered to: Suncardia building, 6th floor, 524 Corner Stanza Bopape and Steve Biko Street, Arcadia, 0083 for the attention of Human Resource Management

NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

 

CONTROL RESOURCE AUDITOR REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/677

 

Directorate: Land and Soil Management

 

SALARY : R527 298 per annum (Level 10)

 

CENTRE : Free State (Bloemfontein)

 

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Agriculture / Natural Resource Utilization / Environmental Management. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of natural agricultural resources. Job related knowledge: Conservation of Agriculture Resource Act. (CARA), Act No. 43 of 1983. Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act (SALA), Act No. 70 of 1970. National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), Act No. 107 of 1998, National Environmental Management Biodiversity Act (NEMBA), Act No. 10 of 2004, National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPA), Act 57 of 2003. National Water Act (NWA), Act No. 36 of 1998. National Veld and Forest Fire Act (NVFFA), Act No. 101 of 1998. National Forest Act (NFA), Act No, 48 of 1998. Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, Act 28 of 2022. Knowledge of policy development. Public Service Act, 1994. Public Service Regulations, 2020. Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999. Labour Relations Act, 1995 and amendment of 2022. Knowledge of project planning and management. Job related skills: Geographic Information System skills. Policy development and analysis skills. Monitoring and research skills. Leadership skills. Negotiation skills. Excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation and report writing). Inspection and auditing skills. Problem solving skills. Facilitation and coordination skills. Computer literacy. Honesty and integrity. Teamwork. Interpersonal relations. Flexibility. Client orientation and customer focus. Planning and execution skills. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work independently. A valid driver’s licence. Willingness to work extended and to travel.

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr LJ Mahlatji Tel No: (051) 409 2617

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20 Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083.

NOTE : African, Coloured and Indian Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

 

 

SENIOR PROJECT OFFICER: PRE-SETTLEMENT MANAGEMENT REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/678

 

Directorate: Operational Management

 

SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08)

 

CENTRE : Eastern Cape (East London)

 

REQUIREMENTS :

Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in the field of Law / Agriculture / Development Studies / Social Science. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Land Restitution environment. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Restitution of Land Rights Act. Knowledge of Land Reform. Knowledge of Rural Development. Development management including strategic management. Research methods and techniques. Understanding and able to interpret business plan. Job related skills: Sound communication skills (verbal and written). Negotiation skills. Excellent report writing skills. Initiative, ability to take responsibility and meet deadlines. Computer literacy. Ability to produce reports. Ability to facilitate community meetings. Project management skills. Good networking skills. Ability to draft terms of reference for service providers. Ability to manage consultants. Willingness to travel, to spend extended periods in the field and work irregular hours. Ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s licence.

 

ENQUIRIES : Ms A van Vuuren Tel: (043) 701 8127 or Ms A Kili Tel No: (043) 701 8136

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be forwarded by post to PO Box 1716, East London, 5200 or Hand delivered to Corner Moore Coutts Street, Ocean Terrace View, Block H, Quigney, East London, 5200.

NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Indian and White Female and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

 

HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK (SUPERVISOR) REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/679

 

Directorate: Corporate Services

 

SALARY : R294 321 per annum (Level 07)

 

CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)

 

REQUIREMENTS :

Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate. 3 years’ experience working in Human Resource environment. 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 procedure in terms of human resource working environment. Understanding of the work in registry. Job related skills: Planning and organising skills, Computer literacy, Language skills. Good communication skills (verbal and written) and Interpersonal relations skills. Flexibility. Teamwork.

 

ENQUIRIES :Ms P Ledwaba Tel No: (012) 337 3656

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X09 Hatfield, 0028 or hand delivered to: Suncardia building, 6th floor, 524 Corner Stanza Bopape and Steve Biko Street, Arcadia, 0083.

FOR ATTENTION : Human Resource Management

NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

 

STATE ACCOUNTANT: SALARIES REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/680 (X2 POSTS)

 

Directorate: Financial Accounting

 

SALARY : R294 321 per annum (Level 07)

 

CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)

 

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Accounting / Local Government / Public Sector Accounting / Accounting Sciences / Financial Management / Cost and Management Accounting. Minimum of 1-year relevant experience in the salaries and payroll environment. Job related knowledge: Treasury Regulations. Public Finance Management Act, Act 1 of 1999. Basic Accounting System (BAS). GroupWise / Microsoft Outlook. Personnel and Salary Administration (PERSAL) (Personnel Salaries). Generally Recognised Accounting Practice. Job related skills: Communication skills (verbal and written). Interpersonal skills. Organising skills. Planning skills. Computer literacy (Microsoft Word and Excel).

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr SB Makwela Tel No: (012) 312 8873

APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20 Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083.

NOTE : African, Coloured and Indian Males and Coloured Females and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.