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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RURAL DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION REF

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: LIMPOPO

Salary band

R 487 197

Closing date

7 August 2026

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About this role

Department

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: LIMPOPO

Location

Head Office: Polokwane

Salary

R487 197 per annum (Level 09)

Requirements

Grade 12 plus an appropriate postgraduate (NQF level 8) qualification in Agriculture or equivalent appropriate tertiary qualification as recognized by SAQA. Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in Agriculture/Rural Development. A Valid driver's license (with the exception of people with disabilities). Knowledge,

Duties

Conduct integrated rural development initiatives. Conduct social facilitation and participatory community development services. Coordinate land reform projects development initiatives. Facilitate the training of state land and land reform beneficiaries.

Enquiries

Ms Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mothupi PP Tel No: (015) 294 3100, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3347.

Closing Date

07 August 2026

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Requirements

·Grade 12 plus an appropriate postgraduate (NQF level 8) qualification in Agriculture or equivalent appropriate tertiary qualification as recognized by SAQA
·Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in Agriculture/Rural Development
·A Valid driver's license (with the exception of people with disabilities)

Key Duties

·Conduct integrated rural development initiatives
·Conduct social facilitation and participatory community development services
·Coordinate land reform projects development initiatives
·Facilitate the training of state land and land reform beneficiaries

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Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to cmrecruit49@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RURAL DEVELOPMENT COORDINATION REF position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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