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STATE VETERINARIAN

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

DARDLEA/2026/08/18

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Location

Emalahleni

Salary

R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh) or a related veterinary qualification recognised by SAQA, NQF Level 8. Current registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC). Completion of Compulsory Community Service (where applicable). Relevant experience an added advantage Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Animal Diseases Act, 1984. Veterinary and Para-veterinary Professions Act, 1982. Animal Identification Act, 2002. Performing Animals Protection Amendment Act, 2016. Medicines and Related Substances Act,1965, Sound knowledge of veterinary legislation, animal health, disease control and animal welfare. Fair knowledge 228 on Meat Safety Act, 2000, Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and other Public Service-related Acts. Understanding of animal health, disease control, epidemiology, biosecurity, and animal welfare. Computer literacy. Good communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Report writing and administrative skills. Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams. Willingness to travel extensively and work after hours when required. A valid driver's license.

Duties

Develop, implement and monitor animal health programmes, including disease prevention, surveillance, control and eradication. Investigate and respond to outbreaks of controlled and notifiable animal diseases. Conduct epidemiological investigations, disease risk assessments, and maintain disease surveillance systems. Manage biosecurity measures, emergency disease preparedness and response plans. Enforce veterinary legislation, regulations and policies, including the Animal Diseases Act, Animal Identification Act, and related legislation. Monitor inspections, audits and compliance monitoring at farms, auction facilities, quarantine stations and other animal-related establishments. Issue veterinary health certificates, permits and other official documentation for the movement, import and export of animals and animal products. Promote animal welfare through inspections, investigations and awareness programmes. Manage technical and professional veterinary advice to farmers, industry stakeholders, municipalities, government departments and the public. Plan, manage and monitor vaccination campaigns and other animal health interventions. Collect, analyse and report animal health data and compile technical, epidemiological and management reports. Performance Management and Development System implementation for employees under their jurisdiction. Reporting of performance and management of the state veterinary area. Maintain inventory, stock, and legislative compliance. Manage revenue collection and deposits. Manage budget and expenditure of the state veterinary area.

Enquiries

Mr. A Kekana at 079 630 1770

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 Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh) or a related veterinary qualification recognised by SAQA, NQF Level 8
  • ·Current registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC)
  • ·Completion of Compulsory Community Service (where applicable)
  • ·Relevant experience an added advantage Skills and Competencies: Knowledge of Animal Diseases Act, 1984
  • ·Veterinary and Para-veterinary Professions Act, 1982
  • ·Animal Identification Act, 2002
  • ·Performing Animals Protection Amendment Act, 2016
  • ·Medicines and Related Substances Act,1965, Sound knowledge of veterinary legislation, animal health, disease control and animal welfare
  • ·Fair knowledge 228 on Meat Safety Act, 2000, Public Finance Management Act, 1999 and other Public Service-related Acts
  • ·Understanding of animal health, disease control, epidemiology, biosecurity, and animal welfare

Key Duties

  • ·Develop, implement and monitor animal health programmes, including disease prevention, surveillance, control and eradication
  • ·Investigate and respond to outbreaks of controlled and notifiable animal diseases
  • ·Conduct epidemiological investigations, disease risk assessments, and maintain disease surveillance systems
  • ·Manage biosecurity measures, emergency disease preparedness and response plans
  • ·Enforce veterinary legislation, regulations and policies, including the Animal Diseases Act, Animal Identification Act, and related legislation
  • ·Monitor inspections, audits and compliance monitoring at farms, auction facilities, quarantine stations and other animal-related establishments
  • ·Issue veterinary health certificates, permits and other official documentation for the movement, import and export of animals and animal products
  • ·Promote animal welfare through inspections, investigations and awareness programmes
  • ·Manage technical and professional veterinary advice to farmers, industry stakeholders, municipalities, government departments and the public
  • ·Plan, manage and monitor vaccination campaigns and other animal health interventions

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.
  • 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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How do I apply for the STATE VETERINARIAN position at Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga?+

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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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