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DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL: AGRICULTURE

Provincial Administration: Gauteng

Salary band

R 1 885 710

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

REFS/056170

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Gauteng

Location

Johannesburg (Head Office)

Salary

R1 885 710 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)

Requirements

Matric certificate plus (NQF level 8) Post Graduate qualification in Agriculture / Veterinary Services / Business Administration / Management as recognised by SAQA. 8 years of relevant experience at Senior Managerial level. Driver’s License. Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate, ethics compliance certificate. Competencies: Planning and organizing, Problem solving, Initiative, Negotiation, Project management, Decision making, Service delivery innovation, Resilience, Management skills, Self-motivation, Report writing, Verbal communication, Facilitation skills, Written communication, PFMA, Treasury Regulation, GAAP, PSA, PSR, etc. Interpersonal skills, financial management, Customer service, Strategic Management, knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, Government Priorities, State Forests Act, the Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act, the Conservation of Agricultural 87

Duties

To oversee the management and provision of agriculture development, Agro- processing industry development & support and integrated rural development services. Manage and ensure the provision of sustainable resource management services. Manage and ensure the provision of farmer support and development services. Manage and ensure the provision of integrated rural development services. Manage and ensure the provision of agricultural economics services. Manage and ensure the provision of agriculture research and technology development services. Manage and ensure the establishment and growth of enterprises for Agro-processing products. Ensure the prevention and control of animal diseases and provide primary animal health care and advisory services. Manage the provision of agriculture public health services. Manage the provision of veterinary transversal services. Manage infrastructure portfolio management services. Manage the implementation of infrastructure Programme and projects including maintenance and design of farm structures. Oversee the provision of professional built environment services to all units. Manage development initiatives in the rural nodes of Gauteng. Oversee the coordination of integrated rural development initiatives across the province. Oversee the implementation of sector transformation services. Oversee and ensure discipline. Assess the performance of management. Consolidate and manage of budget for executive support directorate. Authorise, control and monitor the budget and expenditure. Manage the compilation of various reports and statistics. Manage leave.

Enquiries

Ms. Gugu Nevondo at 072 904 1694

Closing Date

2026-09-04T16:00:00+02:00

About agriculture and food sector roles in South Africa

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).

·Veterinary posts require SAVC registration. Include your registration number and category on your CV.

·Agricultural extension officer posts typically require a BSc Agriculture or BTech Agriculture plus field extension experience.

·Food safety inspector roles often require knowledge of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act and the relevant SANS standards.

·Government agricultural posts in rural areas frequently have fewer applicants than urban posts, potentially improving your chances of being shortlisted.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Gauteng. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·Matric certificate plus (NQF level 8) Post Graduate qualification in Agriculture / Veterinary Services / Business Administration / Management as recognised by SAQA
·8 years of relevant experience at Senior Managerial level
·Driver’s License
·Nyukela SMS pre-entry certificate, ethics compliance certificate
·Competencies: Planning and organizing, Problem solving, Initiative, Negotiation, Project management, Decision making, Service delivery innovation, Resilience, Management skills, Self-motivation, Report writing, Verbal communication, Facilitation skills, Written communication, PFMA, Treasury Regulation, GAAP, PSA, PSR, etc
·Interpersonal skills, financial management, Customer service, Strategic Management, knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, Government Priorities, State Forests Act, the Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act, the Conservation of Agricultural 87

Key Duties

·To oversee the management and provision of agriculture development, Agro- processing industry development & support and integrated rural development services
·Manage and ensure the provision of sustainable resource management services
·Manage and ensure the provision of farmer support and development services
·Manage and ensure the provision of integrated rural development services
·Manage and ensure the provision of agricultural economics services
·Manage and ensure the provision of agriculture research and technology development services
·Manage and ensure the establishment and growth of enterprises for Agro-processing products
·Ensure the prevention and control of animal diseases and provide primary animal health care and advisory services
·Manage the provision of agriculture public health services
·Manage the provision of veterinary transversal services

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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 sprecruit40@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL: AGRICULTURE position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 885 710. 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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