ANNEXURE A

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

CLOSING DATE : 08 September 2023 at 16:00

NOTE : The application must include only a completed and signed new Z83 Form,
obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the Department of Public
Service and Administration (DPSA) website link:
https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Certified copies of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate and the required
qualifications as well as a driver’s licence where necessary, will only be
submitted by shortlisted candidates to Human Resources on or before the day
of the interview date. Failure to do so will result in your application being
disqualified. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation
report issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is the
applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA
and to provide proof of such evaluation report (only when shortlisted). The
requirements for appointment at the Senior Management Service (SMS) level
include the successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry
Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Prior
to appointment, a candidate would be required to complete the Nyukela
Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS as endorsed by DPSA which is an
online course, endorsed by the NSG. The course is available at the NSG under
the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced
by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-
programme/. No appointment will take place without the successful completion
of the pre-entry certificate and submission of proof thereof. All shortlisted
candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant
technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by
the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection
committee will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial
competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the
Implementation of Competency Based Assessments. The competency
assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the
mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applications: Please
ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late
applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, please submit
separate applications for each post that you apply for. Due to the large number
of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged.
Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the
advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should,
during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the
filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not
limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the
right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in
the future. Important: DALRRD is an equal opportunity and affirmative action
employer. It is our intention to promote representivity in DALRRD through the
filling of posts. The Department reserves the right not to fill a position.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and
interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. All shortlisted
candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks. The successful
candidate will be subjected to undergo security vetting. DALRRD will conduct
reference checks which may include social media profiles of the shortlisted
candidates. Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any
other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered
during / after the interview took place, the application will not be considered
and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment
will be terminated. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to
positive results of the security clearance process. The successful candidate
will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance
agreement with the Department. All applicants are required to declare any
conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and
directorships that they may be associated with.
ERRATUM: The position of Deputy Director: Land Development Support with
Ref No: 3/2/1/2022/360 for the Directorate: District Office Northern Cape that
was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 dated 24 June 2022 and
the position of Registry Clerk with Ref No: 3/2/1/2023/534 for the Office of the
Registrar of Deeds: Free State that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy
3
 Circular 28 dated 11 August 2023 Has reference. The positions of Deputy
Director: Land Development Support with Ref No: 3/2/1/2022/360 and Registry
Clerk with Ref No: 3/2/1/2023/534 has been withdrawn. The Department
apologies for any inconvenience caused.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

POST 30/01 : DISTRICT DIRECTOR REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/556

Directorate: District Office: Free State

SALARY : R1 162 200 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package). The package
includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be
structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services
(SMS).
CENTRE : (Lejweleputwa / Fezile Dabi District Office)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in a possession of Nyukela (Pre-entry Certificate to the
SMS) and a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced
Diploma in Business Administration / Public Management / Public
Administration / Bachelor of Arts in Sociology / Anthropology / Community
Development / Development Studies / Advanced Diploma in Project
Management (NQF level 7). Minimum of 5 years’ experience at a middle /
senior managerial level within a project management environment. Job related
knowledge: A thorough understanding of Project Management. Experience in
the implementation and management of projects. Understanding of corporate
governance principles. Ability to implement Performance Management and
monitoring systems. Knowledge of government systems. Ability to think
conceptually when analysing data and designing concepts to modify corporate
policies, procedures and processes. Job related skills: Project management
skills. Analytical skills. Problem solving skills. Facilitation and coordination
skills. Decision making skills. Financial management skills. Presentation skills.
Computer literacy. Communication skills (verbal and written). Willingness to
travel extensively, work under pressure and after hours. A valid driver's licence.
DUTIES : Provide capacity building and National Rural Youth Service Corps (NARYSEC)
services. Provide NARYSEC support services. Facilitate the establishment and
support of participatory community development institutions. Facilitate and
coordinate NARYSEC project implementation. Facilitate youth programmes
and skills development at Provincial and District level. Reduce household
poverty in accordance with Comprehensive Rural Development Programme
(CRDP). Provide strategic land acquisition services. Implement strategic land
acquisition projects including Agri-Parks and Animal and Veld Management
Programme (AVMP). Procure service providers for development of project
proposals. Coordinate the implementation process of land acquisition and
allocation with CRDP Virtuous Cycle. Provide strategic land acquisition support
services in the District including District Land Committees. Facilitate poverty
reduction and the development of cooperatives, rural enterprises and
industries. Promote rural businesses development and facilitate rural
development financing. Facilitate establishment and support of primary
cooperatives. Facilitate organisation of primary cooperatives into secondary
and tertiary cooperatives and provide support. Facilitate the development of
rural enterprises and industries. Provide land development support services.
Manage the development of business plans for the development of agrarian
development projects. Promote the participation of farmers through ownership
and control across commodities value chains. Facilitate strategic farming
partnerships between farmers. Facilitate capacity building of agricultural
graduates and farmers on agrarian development projects. Monitor the
implementation of land development support projects and development
business plans. Provide property management services. Administer and
provide property leases administration support. Administer and provide
property holdings and disposals. Implement land rights and tenure reform
programmes. Provide communal land tenure programmes. Provide land rights
programmes. Establish, maintain and support communal property institutions.
Facilitate land dispute resolutions. Render corporate and financial support
services. Provide legal advice. Provide telecommunication services. Provide
administration and financial support services. Provide client relations services.
Provide office services.
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Mzizi Tel No: (051) 400 4200

4
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X20803, Bloemfontein,
9300 or hand delivered during office hours to: 136 Charlotte Maxeke Street,
Bloemfontein, 9300

OTHER POSTS

POST 30/02 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PRE- SETTLEMENT MANAGEMENT REF NO:

3/2/1/2023/563
Directorate: Operational Management
Re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-
apply.

SALARY : R958 824 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive package to be structured in
accordance with the rules for MMS).
CENTRE : Northern Cape (Kimberley)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s
Degree / National Diploma in Law / Commerce / Agriculture / Economic
Sciences / Development Studies / Social Sciences. Minimum of 3 years’
experience in a junior management level. Job related knowledge: Through
knowledge and understanding of and experience in Land reform. Knowledge
of applicable legislation, policies and procedures governing Restitution of Land
Rights. Basic knowledge of financial management and administration systems.
Experience in research management and implementation. Development
management including strategic management. Research methods and
techniques. Community facilitation. Understand and interpret business plans.
Through knowledge in land reform and development-related issues. Job
related skills: Strategic planning skills. General management skills. Operational
planning skills. Proven supervisory skills. Project management skills.
Facilitation skills. Negotiation skills. Policy analysis skills. Communication skills
(verbal and written). Computer literacy. Contract management skills.
Leadership skills. Ability to draft Terms of Reference for service providers.
Ability to manage consultants. A valid driver’s licence. Willingness to undertake
field trips entailing long distances and work irregular hours.
DUTIES : Manage the processing of claims. Screen and categorise claim files. Identify
competing claims. Manage the validation of lodged claims. Coordinate the
research of land claims. Conduct in-loco inspections of claims. Commission
pre-feasibility studies. Manage the verification of validated claims. Conduct
homestead Identification. Conduct ordering and analysis of aerial photographs.
Coordinate the engagement with elders. Compile verification reports.
Stakeholder management. Conduct negotiations with landowners and
claimants. Conduct options workshops. Prepare offers. Manage settlement of
claims. Draft section 42D.
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Oliphant Tel No: (053) 830 4056
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to Private Bag X5007, Kimberley, 8300
or hand delivered during office hours to: Magistrate Court Building, 6th floor,
Knight Street, Corner of Stead Street, Kimberley, 8300.
NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females
and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

POST 30/03 : SENIOR PERSONAL ASSISTANT REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/567

Re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-
apply.

SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package to be structed in
accordance with the rules for MMS).
CENTRE : Office of The Director General: Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National
Diploma in Office Management / Public Administration / Office Management
and Technology / Public Management. Minimum of 3 years’ experience in
relevant environment. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of frontline customer
care. Knowledge of Public Sector policies and procedures. Knowledge of
meeting procedures. Understanding of the manner in which the office of the
Director General operates. Job related skills: Ability to communicate well with
a variety of people. Organising skills. Computer literacy. Interaction skills. A
valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Schedule engagements of the Director General. Manage and maintain the
manual diary of the Director General. Coordinate high level meetings on behalf
of the Director General with other government Departments and stakeholders.
5
 Develop, update and circulate the departmental year calendar. Render
administrative support services to the Director General. Manage all travel
arrangements of the Director General. Ensure that subsistence and travel
claims are finalised. Render support to Director General in the Pretoria and
Cape Town offices. Manage emails of the Director General. Coordinate
external and internal meetings. Ensure that Information Technology equipment
and infrastructure of the Office of the Director General functions effectively and
efficiently. Stay abreast of applicable prescripts and procedure to ensure
efficient and effective support to the Director General. Study the relevant Public
Service and departmental prescripts / policies and other documents to ensure
that the application thereof is properly understood. Remain abreast with the
procedures and processes that apply in the Office of the Director General.
Coordinate the budget for the Office of the Director General and handling of
petty cash requests. Facilitate, plan oversee and drive the timely and accurate
preparation of the budget of the Office of the Director General in line with Public
Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and strategic
priorities weekly, monthly and quarterly. Compile Demand Management Plan
(DMP), Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Adjustment Estimates
and Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE). Compile various submissions /
memoranda and responses in relation to the disbursement function. Oversee
effective, efficient and economical utilization of the Director General’s funds.
Provide leadership and management in the Private Office. Maintain a
professional environment in the Private Office. Coordinate and manage the
quality of work in the Private Office. Monitor and manage the daily attendance
register. Ensure the development of performance agreements and assessment
reports. Facilitate all training requirements and activities. Facilitate recruitment
processes. Maintain accurate leave records.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Stevens Tel No: (012) 312 9667
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known
as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20
Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083.
NOTE : African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured Females and Persons
with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

POST 30/04 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT REF

NO: 3/2/1/2023/557 (X2 POSTS)
Directorate: Organisational Development and Service Delivery Improvement
Re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are encouraged to re-
apply.

SALARY : R424 104 per annum (Level 09)

CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National
Diploma in Management Services / Organisational and Work Study /
Operations Management / Production Management. Minimum of 3 years of
experience working in Organisational Development / Work Study environment.
Job related knowledge: People and project management. Business process.
Management process. Job evaluation process. Change management process.
Strategic planning / management. Total quality management. Financial
management. Operations management. Job related skills: Computer literacy.
Client orientation skills. Problem solving skills. Communication skills (verbal
and written). Interpersonal skills. Organisational design skills. Report writing
skills. Presentation and facilitation skills. Influencing / negotiating skills.
Analytical skills. Project management skills. Operational planning skills. A valid
driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Provide organizational design and establishment services. Review, align and
develop structure based on Departmental strategic objectives and mandates.
Facilitate process of obtaining sign-off reviewed / aligned or developed
structure. Provide business process management services. Identity and
update current processes. Develop new processes. Facilitate the development
of job profiles / job descriptions. Identify job profiles to be developed and
reviewed. Facilitate the development and the review of the identified job
profiles. Obtain sign-off sheet. Maintain job profiles of database. Quality assure
job profiles as completed by Senior Organisational Development Practitioner.
Provide job evaluation services. Identify and prioritise jobs to be evaluated.
Conduct job evaluation on identified and prioritised jobs. Preliminary quality
assures evaluated jobs. Panel job evaluation results. Update job evaluation
6
 register in line with approved job evaluation results. Facilitate the
implementation of organizational design. Maintain the organizational design
and development database.
ENQUIRIES : Mr P Moopelwa Tel No: (012) 312 9496
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known
as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20
Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083.
NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females
and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

POST 30/05 : TECHNICIAN: ESTABLISHMENT OF IRRIGATION SCHEMES REF

NO: 3/2/1/2023/558
Directorate: Water Use and Irrigation Development

SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE : Gauteng (Silverton)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and Degree /
Diploma in Agriculture (Soil Science, Agronomy, Horticulture or Irrigation).
Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience. Job related knowledge:
Understanding of relevant legislation that guiding the work of the sub-
directorate. Procurement procedures. Integrated soil, water and infrastructure
management. Irrigation systems planning, design and management. Drainage
system planning, design and management. Calculations of crops water
requirements. Job related skills: Ability to communicate well with people at
different levels. Planning skills. Good telephone etiquette. Creativity.
Interpersonal skills. Problem solving skills. Interpretation skills. Analytical skills.
Listening skills. Administrative skills. Computer literacy (Microsoft office, Excel
/ Software used in irrigation – SAPWAT). Report writing skills. Management
/skills. Willingness to work extended hours and to travel. A valid driver’s
licence.
DUTIES : Support the development of guidelines, norms and standards for the
establishment of irrigation. Conduct literature research and collection of data
for the development of guideline, norms and standards for establishment of
irrigation schemes. Promote best practices on establishment of irrigation
scheme. Provide technical inputs / advice on initiatives pertaining to
establishment of irrigation schemes. Review and provide inputs on business
plans for establishment of irrigation schemes. Conduct site inspection and
collect data to support irrigation establishment initiatives. Compile designs /
specifications for irrigation systems. Participate and contribute inputs on
committees and forums affecting the irrigation sector. Monitor the
implementation of establishment of irrigation schemes in Provinces. Assess
irrigation projects funded through Comprehensive Agricultural Support
Programme / Ilima-Letsema. Compile technical reports with findings and
recommendations. Provide technical / scientific advises on irrigated related
matters to farmers.
ENQUIRIES : Ms E Malatsi Tel No: (012) 846 8560
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known
as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20
Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083
NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured and Indian Females and
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply

POST 30/06 : TECHNICIAN: REVITALIZATION OF IRRIGATION SCHEMES REF

NO: 3/2/1/2023/559
Directorate: Water Use and Irrigation Development

SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE : Gauteng (Silverton)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and Degree /
Diploma in Agriculture (Soil Science, Agronomy, Horticulture or irrigation).
Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience. Job related knowledge:
Understanding of relevant legislation that guiding the work of the sub-
directorate. Procurement procedures. Integrated soil, water and infrastructure
management. Irrigation systems planning, design and management. Drainage
system planning, design and management. Calculations of crops water
requirements. Job related skills: Ability to communicate well with people at
7
 different levels. Planning skills. Good telephone etiquette. Creativity.
Interpersonal skills. Problem solving skills. Interpretation skills. Analytical skills.
Listening skills. Administrative skills. Computer literacy (Microsoft office, Excel
/ Software used in irrigation – SAPWAT). Report writing skills. Management
skills. Willingness to work extended hours and to travel. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Support the development of guidelines, norms and standards for the
revitalization of irrigation schemes. Conduct literature research and collection
of data for the development of guideline, norms and standards for revitalisation
of irrigation schemes. Promote best practices on revitalisation of irrigation
scheme. Provide technical inputs / advice on initiatives pertaining to
revitalisation of irrigation schemes and stock watering systems. Review and
provide inputs on business plans for revitalisation of irrigation schemes and
stock watering systems. Conduct site inspection and collect data to support
revitalisation and stock watering initiatives. Compile designs / specifications for
irrigation and stock watering systems. Participate and contribute inputs on
committees and forums affecting the irrigation sector. Monitor the
implementation of revitalisation of irrigation schemes and stock watering
systems in Provinces. Assess revitalisation projects and stock watering
systems funded through Comprehensive Agricultural Support Programme /
Ilima-Letsema. Compile technical reports with findings and recommendations.
Provide technical / scientific advises to farmers.
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Potgieter Tel No: (012) 846 8579
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known
as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20
Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083
NOTE : Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured and Indian Females and
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

POST 30/07 : CHIEF NETWORK CONTROLLER REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/562

Directorate: Cadastral Information, Maintenance and Supply Services

SALARY : R359 517 per annum (Level 08)

CENTRE : Free State (Bloemfontein)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National
Diploma in Computer Science / Information Technology. Minimum of 2 years
relevant experience in Information Technology (IT) Support. Experience with
hardware and software. Experience with network support. Experience in IT
technical support. Job related knowledge: Technical aspects of Information
and Communications Technology (ICT) network services. Information
Technology Acts and Policies. Government ICT systems. Understanding
management of information and the formal reporting system. Internal systems
change control. Job related skills: Planning skills, Organising skills,
Communication skills (written and verbal), Advanced computer skills, Project
management skills and Interpersonal skills.
DUTIES : Provide IT Network Support. Monitor the data lines and identified down data
lines. First line support on network calls logged by Helpdesk. Investigate, fix or
report network points not working. Registration of mainframe users. Coordinate
IT network support with internal and external parties. Investigate, fix or report
network points not working. Installation of switches or routers when required.
Monitor network and report any anomalies. Investigation of new network
requirements with senior network specialist. Create reporting status reports.
Make recommendations for network improvements. Investigation on required
local area network (LAN) / wide area network (WAN) applications. Create
monitoring report on different WAN status. Create monitoring report on Telkom
data lines. Document and maintain network equipment and configurations.
Create / design document on LAN infrastructure. Configurations and
installation of LAN / WAN equipment. Internet Protocol (IP) management of the
network. Ensure that cabling is done according to agreed standards and
quality. Signoff work done by third parties. Quality assurance on work done.
Testing and labelling of network points.
ENQUIRIES : Mr X Dlangamandla Tel No: (051) 448 0955
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X20803, Bloemfontein,
9300 or hand delivered during office hours to: 136 Charlotte Maxeke Street,
Bloemfontein, 9300.
NOTE : African, Indian and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian Females and
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

8
POST 30/08 : OFFICE ASSISTANT REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/561
Office of The Surveyor-General

SALARY : R294 321 per annum (Level 07)

CENTRE : Eastern Cape (East London)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National
Diploma in Secretarial Studies / Office Administration / Management. Minimum
of 1-year experience in rendering secretariat and support services to senior
management. Job related knowledge: Relevant legislation / policies / prescripts
and procedures. Telephone etiquette and basic knowledge on financial
administration. Job related skills: Sound organisational skills. Computer
literacy (Microsoft Office). Good Interpersonal relations. High level of reliability.
Communication skills (verbal and written). Language skills. Ability to
communicate well with people at different levels and from different
backgrounds. Ability to do research and analyse documents and situation.
Ability to act with tact and discretion. Good grooming and presentation. Self-
management and motivation. Willingness to work extended hours and
Classified Secret Security Clearance.
DUTIES : Provide a secretariat / receptionist support service to the Chief Director.
Receive telephone calls in an environment where in addition to the calls for the
Chief Director, discretion is required to decide to whom the call should be
forwarded. In the process the job incumbent should finalise some enquiries.
Perform advanced typing work. Operate and ensure that office equipment e.g.
fax machines and photocopiers are in good working order. Record the
engagements of the Chief Director. Utilise discretion to decide whether to
accept / decline or refer to other employees’ requests for meetings based on
the assessed importance and urgency of the matter. Coordinate with and
sensitise / advise the Chief Director regarding engagements. Compile realistic
schedules for appointments. Render administrative support services. Ensure
the effective flow of information and documents to and from the office of the
Chief Director. Ensure the safe keeping of all documentation in the office of the
Chief Director in line with relevant legislation and policies. Obtain inputs,
collates and compiles reports e.g: progress, monthly and management reports.
Scrutinize routine submissions / reports and make notes and / or
recommendations for the Chief Director. Respond to enquiries received from
internal and external stakeholders. Draft documents as required. Filing of
documents for the Chief Director and the unit where required. Collect, analyse
and collate information requested by the Chief Director. Clarify instructions and
notes on behalf of the Chief Director. Ensure that travel arrangements are well
coordinated. Prioritise issues in the office of the Chief Director. Manage the
leave register and telephone accounts for the unit. Handle procurement of
standard items like, stationary, refreshments etc for the activities of the Chief
Director and the unit. Obtain the necessary signatures on documents like
procurement advices and monthly salary reports. Provide support to the Chief
Director regarding meetings. Scrutinise documents to determine actions /
information / other documents required for meetings. Collect and compile all
necessary documents for the Chief Director to inform him / her on the contents.
Record minutes / decisions and communicate to relevant role-players and
follow-up progress made. Prepare briefing notes for the Chief Director as
required. Coordinate logistical arrangements for meetings when required.
Support the Chief Director with the administration for the Chief Director’s
budget. Collect and coordinates all the documents that relate to the Chief
Director’s budget. Assist the Chief Director in determining funding
requirements for purpose of Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF)
submissions. Keep records for expenditure commitments, monitors
expenditure and alerts the Chief Director of possible over and under spending.
Check and correlate Basic Accounting system (BAS) reports to ensure that
expenditure is allocated correctly. Identify the need to move funds between
items, consults with the Chief Director and compiles draft memorandums for
this purpose. Compare the MTEF allocation with the requested budget and
informs the Chief Director of changes. Study the relevant Public Service and
Departmental Prescripts / Policies and other documents and ensure that the
application thereof is understood properly. Remain up to date with regards to
the prescripts / policies and procedures applicable to his / her work terrain to
ensure efficient and effective support to the Chief Director. Remain abreast
with the procedures and processes that apply in the office of the Chief Director.
ENQUIRIES : Ms NO Ngcaba Tel No: (043) 783 1400

9
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post: Private Bag X9086, East London, 5201
or hand delivered to: 1A Waverley Office Park, 31-33 Phillip Frame Road,
Chiselhurst, East London, 5206
NOTE : African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured and Indian Females
and Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

POST 30/09 : FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER REF

NO: 3/2/1/2023/564
Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance

SALARY : R294 321 per annum (Level 07)

CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National
Diploma / Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Science / Food Science. Minimum
of 1-year relevant experience in the field of food safety and quality. Job related
knowledge: Public Service Regulations. Agricultural Products Standards Act.
Liquor Products Act. International agreements, convections and bilateral
agreements relating to sanitary and food quality matters. Relevant legislation
and regulations, norms and standards. Export and import requirements. Job
related skills: Ability to communicate well and interact with people at different
levels. Integrity and discretion. Planning and organising skills. Creativity.
Interpersonal skills. Problem solving skills. Interpretation skills. Analytical skills.
Listening skills. Computer literacy. Report writing skills. Drafting of technical
and non-technical correspondence. A valid driver’s licence and the ability to
drive. Willingness to work extended hours.
DUTIES : Coordinate information in support of the evaluation, compilation and
amendment of product standards / policies / procedures with regards to the
quality of regulated agricultural products. Collect and collate information on
international product and standards, policies, procedures, guidelines and best
practice and local conditions (industry and consumer demands, climate, market
conditions, etc.) with regard to the quality, composition, packaging, marking,
labelling, inspection, control and monitoring of identified agricultural products
destined for export, import and local markets. Conduct a preliminary evaluation
of the information gathered and report accordingly. Provide support in the
conducting of needs assessments and evaluation of information. Provide
support in the identification of food safety and quality risks by analyzing
international standards, best practice and local conditions. Provide support in
the formulation and review of internal processes, import and export procedures
for regulated agricultural and liquor products. Provide support in the drafting of
policies and guidelines on the interpretation of the Liquor Products Act (LPA)
and the Agricultural Products Act (APSA) and the implementation thereof.
Provide information with regard to the application and / or interpretation of
legislative framework. Identify possible methods and interventions to eliminate
and / or reduce food safety and quality risks. Provide support in the processing
of applications for dispensations by: Obtaining the relevant information.
Evaluation of the information obtained and report accordingly. Evaluate labels
of Agricultural products. Conduct a preliminary import and export risk
assessment on liquor products. Conduct preliminary evaluation of analytical
profiles, labels and composition of liquor products destined to ensure
compliance with requirements of the Liquor Product Act, export country
requirements and the European Union (EU) / Residual sugar (RS) Wines and
Spirit and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Agreement and report
accordingly. Render administrative support with regards to the administration
of the relevant legislation (database and information management and
stakeholder communication). Communicate with clients, industry role players,
other departments and DALRRD officials on technical matters related to food
safety and quality assurance. Obtain the relevant international information to
keep South African industries and other divisions informed of new trends /
requirements. Provide information to clients and other divisions with regards to
processes and procedures. Obtain and disseminate information to
stakeholders with regards to standards applicable in the importing country.
Update and maintain databases and information related to the following:
Registration and / or cancellation of Food Business Operators (FBOs), factory,
product, A and B and date codes for processing establishments and liquor
products. Registration and / or cancellation of abattoir, A and B codes.
Registration and / or cancellation of labels for the export of agricultural
products. Maximum Residue Limits (MRL) for dried fruit, canned fruit and
vegetables, etc destined for export. Update the Wine Online export certification
10
 system to ensure compliance with standards of the Liquor Products Act and
international standards of the various exporting countries.
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Fache Tel No: (012) 319 6334
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known
as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20
Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083.
NOTE : African, Indian and White Males and African and Indian Females and Persons
with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

POST 30/10 : SECRETARY REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/560

Directorate: Water Use and Irrigation Development

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate. No experience
required. Job related knowledge: Computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, etc). Job related skills: Good telephone etiquette, Sound
organizational skills, Computer literacy, Language skills and ability to
communicate well with people at different levels and from different
backgrounds, Communication skills (written and verbal), Ability to act with tact,
discretion and Good presentation skills.
DUTIES : Provide secretariat / receptionist support service to the Director. Receive
telephonic calls and refers the calls to the correct role players if not meant for
the relevant senior manager. Record appointments and events on the diary.
Type documents for the senior manager and other staff within the unit. Operate
office equipment e.g., Fax machine and photocopier. Provide clerical support
services to the senior manager. Liaise with travel agencies to make travel
arrangements. Checks the arrangements when relevant documents are
received. Arrange meetings and events for senior manager and staff in the unit.
Identifies venues, invites role players, organise refreshments, sets up for
scheduled meeting and events. Process the travel and subsistence claims for
the unit. Process all invoices that emanate from the activities of the work of the
senior manager. Record basic minutes of the meetings of the senior manager
where required. Draft routine correspondence and reports. Do filing of
documents for the senior manager and the unit where necessary. Administer
matters like leave registers and telephonic accounts. Receive, record and
distribute all incoming and outgoing documents. Handle the procurement of
standards items like stationary, refreshments etc. Collect all relevant
documents to enable the Director to prepare for meetings. Remain up to date
with regard to prescripts / policies and procedures applicable to her / his work
environment to ensure efficient and effective support to the senior manager.
Study the relevant Public Service and the departmental prescripts / policies
and other documents to ensure that the application thereof is understood
properly. Remain abreast with the procedures and processes that apply in the
office of the senior manager.
ENQUIRIES : Ms MJ Gabriel Tel No: (012) 846 8567
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X833, Pretoria, 0001 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known
as Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or to Agriculture Place, 20
Steve Biko (formerly Beatrix) Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083.
NOTE : Coloured, Indian, White Males and Coloured, Indian, White Females and
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

POST 30/11 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/565

Directorate: Operational Management

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Western Cape (Cape Town)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate. No experience
required. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well
as the ability to capture data, operate a computer and collecting statistics.
Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the
Public Service. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working
environment. Job related skills: Language skills, Good communication skills
(verbal and written), Planning and organisation skills, Computer literacy,
Interpersonal relations, Flexibility and Ability to work within a team.

11
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services. Record, organise, store, capture and
retrieve correspondence and data (line function). Update registers and
statistics. Handle routine enquiries. Make photocopies and receive or send
facsimiles. Distribute documents / packages to various stakeholders as
required. Keep and maintain the filing system for the component. Type letters
and / or other correspondence when required. Keep and maintain the incoming
and outgoing document register of the component. Taking and drafting of
minutes. Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component.
Liaise within internal and external stakeholders in relation to procurement of
goods and services. Obtain quotations complete procurement forms for the
purchasing of standard office items. Stock control of office stationery. Keep and
maintain the asset register of the component. Provide personnel administration
clerical support services within the component. Maintain a leave register for the
component. Keep and maintain personnel records in the component. Keep and
maintain the attendance register of the component. Arrange travelling and
accommodation. Provide financial administration support services in the
component. Capture and update expenditure of the component. Check
correctness of subsistence and travel claims of officials and submit to manager
for approval. Handle telephone accounts and petty cash for the component.
ENQUIRIES : Ms F Williams Tel No: (021) 409 0300
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X10, Mowbray 7710 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 14 Long Street, 5th Floor, Cape Town,
8001
NOTE : African and White Males and African, Indian and White Females and Persons
with disabilities are encouraged to apply

POST 30/12 : ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: 3/2/1/2023/566

Directorate: Financial and Supply Chain Management Services

SALARY : R202 233 per annum (Level 05)

CENTRE : Free State (Bloemfontein)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate. No experience
required. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well
as the ability to capture data, operate a computer and collecting statistics.
Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the
Public Service. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working
environment. Job related skills: Language skills, Good communication skills
(verbal and written), Planning and organisation skills, Computer literacy,
Interpersonal relations, Flexibility and Ability to work within a team.
DUTIES : Render general clerical support services. Record, organise, store, capture and
retrieve correspondence and data (line function). Update registers and
statistics. Handle routine enquiries. Make photocopies and receive or send
facsimiles. Distribute documents / packages to various stakeholders as
required. Keep and maintain the filing system for the component. Type letters
and / or other correspondence when required. Keep and maintain the incoming
and outgoing document register of the component. Taking and drafting of
minutes. Provide supply chain clerical support services within the component.
Liaise within internal and external stakeholders in relation to procurement of
goods and services. Obtain quotations complete procurement forms for the
purchasing of standard office items. Stock control of office stationery. Keep and
maintain the asset register of the component. Provide personnel administration
clerical support services within the component. Maintain a leave register for the
component. Keep and maintain personnel records in the component. Keep and
maintain the attendance register of the component. Arrange travelling and
accommodation. Provide financial administration support services in the
component. Capture and update expenditure of the component. Check
correctness of subsistence and travel claims of officials and submit to manager
for approval. Handle telephone accounts and petty cash for the component.
ENQUIRIES : Mr C Mampa Tel No: (051) 400 4200
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by post to: Private Bag X10, Mowbray 7710 or
hand delivered during office hours to: 14 Long Street, 5th Floor, Cape Town,
8001.
NOTE : African, Indian and White Males and Indian Females and Persons with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.

12