Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga
Salary band
R 932 292
Closing date
11 September 2026
Reference
DARDLEA/2026/08/11
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Department
Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga
Directorate
Food Security Services
Location
Head Office
Salary
R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree / Post Graduate Diploma in Agriculture (NQF level 8). A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director level in agriculture preferably in a food security environment. Compulsory SACNASP Registration. Skills and Competencies: Skills and Competencies: Applicants must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislation and regulations governing the Public Service, including the Public Financial Management Act and Treasury Regulations, the Public Service Act, and the Labour Relations Act. An understanding of South African government imperatives, priorities, and sector- specific requirements particularly concerning capacity development, agrarian reform, and food security is essential. Familiarity with government policies and priorities related to food security, as well as knowledge of the country’s food security systems, is required. An understanding of social development and poverty issues affecting the nation, along with health and nutrition matters, is also necessary. Awareness of rural and small farmers’ issues and needs is important. Candidates should possess knowledge of the White Paper on the Transformation of the Public Service (Batho Pele). Proficiency in financial management, strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, and knowledge management is required. Skills in service delivery innovation, problem-solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, and client orientation and customer focus are essential. Effective communication, honesty, integrity, and change management skills are also necessary. Willingness to work extended hours and undertake travel, is expected. A valid driver’s license.
Duties
Promote household food and nutrition security. Coordinate food security programmes in Department and provincial level. Liaise with key role players when planning and implementing food security. Represent the Department on Provincial and National Food Security and Food Security related forums (e.g. SAVAC, IFNSF, PAVAC). Compile and update Database of households and institutions benefitting from agricultural food security initiatives. Compile and Update Database of all Food Security Role players in the province. Create awareness with regard to Food Security. Disseminate information on food security to management, peers and clients. Monitor and evaluate implementation and impact of Food Security initiatives in the Department. Coordinate and Implement Youth in Agriculture. Perform administrative and related functions. Compile reports as required. Human capital development: Supervise and manage staff. Participate and apply the PDMS (Own and subordinates). Self-development through informal and formal training initiatives that is relevant to the duties of the off
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 932 292. 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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