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DIRECTOR: GERT SIBANDE DISTRICT SERVICES

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Salary band

R 1 317 384

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

DARDLEA/2026/08/03

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Directorate

Gert Sibande District Services

Location

Gert Sibande District

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Agriculture/ Agricultural economics/ agricultural extension, coupled with A minimum of Must have. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle / Senior managerial level within the related field. A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment). Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of extension methodologies and land reform. Sound knowledge of PFM and PSR, PSA, LRA. Knowledge of project management, change management, strategic planning, report writing, facilitation, coordination planning and organizing, diversity management. Computer literacy, good communication skills (written and verbal). Good agri-business skills and leadership. Good networking skills with different stakeholders. A valid driver’s license.

Duties

Oversee overall management of the district agricultural services and its activities in the municipalities. Human resource management and development. Operational and financial management (supply chain management, budget, expenditure and financial reviews in the district). Manage agricultural developments and provide support service to IDP/ LED planning environment of the municipalities. Implementing the land and agrarian reform programme. Providing support and guidance in compiling business plans of projects funded through conditional grants. Compiling district reports. Participate in the Department’s strategic planning and performance reviews. Advice stakeholders on agricultural production and related matters. Advice farmers on the optimal land use practices. Promote, monitor and evaluate agricultural developments. Promote adoption of new technologies and best practices. Promote the uplifting of rural peasant households. Implement comprehensive farmer support programmes. Coordinate the planning and implementation of natural resource management projects. Coordinate the planning and implementation poverty alleviation, household food security programmes and job creation projects. Provide appropriate advisory support to develop and strengthen the capacity of the farmers. Oversee and manage projects. Implement the extension and advisory and recovery plan. Ensure that farmers participate in disaster and risk management programmes. Oversee the farmer’s organisation for effective service delivery.

Enquiries

Ms. SP Shongwe Tel No: (013) 766 6003 or Mr. MG Ngwane Tel No: (013) 766 6110 or Ms. NF Mgiba Tel No: (013) 766 6476

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

  • ·An undergraduate qualification or Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) in Agriculture/ Agricultural economics/ agricultural extension, coupled with A minimum of Must have
  • ·A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle / Senior managerial level within the related field
  • ·A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment)
  • ·Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of extension methodologies and land reform
  • ·Sound knowledge of PFM and PSR, PSA, LRA
  • ·Knowledge of project management, change management, strategic planning, report writing, facilitation, coordination planning and organizing, diversity management
  • ·Computer literacy, good communication skills (written and verbal)
  • ·Good agri-business skills and leadership
  • ·Good networking skills with different stakeholders
  • ·A valid driver’s license

Key Duties

  • ·Oversee overall management of the district agricultural services and its activities in the municipalities
  • ·Human resource management and development
  • ·Operational and financial management (supply chain management, budget, expenditure and financial reviews in the district)
  • ·Manage agricultural developments and provide support service to IDP/ LED planning environment of the municipalities
  • ·Implementing the land and agrarian reform programme
  • ·Providing support and guidance in compiling business plans of projects funded through conditional grants
  • ·Compiling district reports
  • ·Participate in the Department’s strategic planning and performance reviews
  • ·Advice stakeholders on agricultural production and related matters
  • ·Advice farmers on the optimal land use practices

Before you apply - checklist

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)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • 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 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 1 317 384. 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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