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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LAND REFORM AND AGRARIAN SERVICES

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

DARDLEA/2026/08/17

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Directorate

Gert Sibande District Services

Location

Gert Sibande District

Salary

R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

Grade 12 plus a recognised BSc in Agricultural Science/ Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / BTech in Agriculture/ Rural Development (NQF Level 7). A postgraduate degree will be an added advantage. A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director level in Agriculture, Rural Development, Economics, Land and Agrarian programmes. Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management and Communication (written and verbal). Knowledge of contract management. Knowledge of applicable legislation frameworks such as, Public Finance Management Act Treasury Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, and Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of Government policies and priorities in terms of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, supply chain management practices and other relevant prescripts. Extended working hours and prepared to travel. Experience in capacity building and good programme facilitation skills. Team building and decision-making skills. Must have good verbal and written commination skills to facilitate various collaborations with a variety of stakeholders and must be computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point and MS Outlook). Ability to apply time management principles and adapt to continuous changing environment. A valid driver’s license.

Duties

Manage the provision of Agricultural Extension and Advisory service. Monitor the establishment of extension forums. Evaluate and report on extension programmes. Establish and participate in institutional structures for planning, implementation and coordination of agricultural projects. Manage the provision of all agricultural specific interventions and support land reform projects. Development and implementation of policies, review and amend as and when required based on inputs from stakeholders. Monitor, manage and implement strategic directions, development and support for land reform programme and rural development. Manage the resolution of specific challenges facing the sector. Provide monitoring and evaluation oversight of land reform programme and produce relevant reports. Participate in different forums that contribute towards development of Agriculture and Land Reform. Manage Mentorship and Graduate policies and practices. Develop information services to mentorship and graduates’ participants. Identify exit opportunities for Graduates.

Enquiries

Ms. N Hlatshwayo Tel No: (017) 819 5377 or Ms. K.L. Mdlalose Te l N o : (017) 819 5377

Closing Date

2026-09-11T23:59:00+02:00

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga. 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

  • ·Grade 12 plus a recognised BSc in Agricultural Science/ Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture / BTech in Agriculture/ Rural Development (NQF Level 7)
  • ·A postgraduate degree will be an added advantage
  • ·A minimum of 3 years’ experience at Assistant Director level in Agriculture, Rural Development, Economics, Land and Agrarian programmes
  • ·Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Strategic Capability and Leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management and Communication (written and verbal)
  • ·Knowledge of contract management
  • ·Knowledge of applicable legislation frameworks such as, Public Finance Management Act Treasury Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, and Public Service Regulations
  • ·Knowledge of Government policies and priorities in terms of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, supply chain management practices and other relevant prescripts
  • ·Extended working hours and prepared to travel
  • ·Experience in capacity building and good programme facilitation skills
  • ·Team building and decision-making skills

Key Duties

  • ·Manage the provision of Agricultural Extension and Advisory service
  • ·Monitor the establishment of extension forums
  • ·Evaluate and report on extension programmes
  • ·Establish and participate in institutional structures for planning, implementation and coordination of agricultural projects
  • ·Manage the provision of all agricultural specific interventions and support land reform projects
  • ·Development and implementation of policies, review and amend as and when required based on inputs from stakeholders
  • ·Monitor, manage and implement strategic directions, development and support for land reform programme and rural development
  • ·Manage the resolution of specific challenges facing the sector
  • ·Provide monitoring and evaluation oversight of land reform programme and produce relevant reports
  • ·Participate in different forums that contribute towards development of Agriculture and Land Reform

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Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
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  • 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 ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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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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