Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga
Salary band
R 605 742
Closing date
11 September 2026
Reference
DARDLEA/2026/08/37
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Department
Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga
Location
KwaMhlanga
Salary
R605 742 per annum
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / National Diploma in Animal Health or related. Current registration with the South African Veterinary Council. At minimum of 3 years relevant experience in veterinary services, animal health, disease control, or veterinary administration. Experience in supervision, technical support, programme management, or administration is an added advantage. Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of: Animal Diseases Act. Animal Identification Act. Public Service Act and Regulations and other related Public Service legislation. Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Related veterinary legislation, policies, and biosecurity measures. Veterinary technical expertise. Leadership and people management. Strategic planning and organizing. Project and programme management. Financial and administrative management. Policy development and implementation. Problem-solving and analytical thinking. Decision-making 239 skills. Report writing and presentation skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. Stakeholder engagement and customer service orientation. Conflict management and negotiation. Computer proficiency. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct. A valid driver’s license.
Duties
Provide technical support on veterinary programmes and animal health initiatives. Coordinate disease surveillance, prevention, and control activities. Supervise para-veterinary technical staff. Manage budgets, procurement, and administrative processes. Monitor compliance with veterinary legislation and standards. Compile technical and management reports Liaise with farmers, industry stakeholders, municipalities, and other government departments. Develop and implement veterinary policies, standard operational plans and strategic plans.
Enquiries
Mr. A Kekana at 079 630 1770
Closing Date
s. Integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct. A valid driver’s license.
Agriculture remains a significant employer in South Africa, particularly in the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo. Government agricultural extension officers, veterinary professionals, and food safety inspectors are employed through provincial Departments of Agriculture and the national Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. The veterinary sector is regulated by the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC).
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