Department Of Agriculture South Africa Jobs – 16 Vacancies Across 13 Positions – 2026

The Department Of Agriculture (DOA) South Africa has announced 13 exciting career opportunities across multiple disciplines with two separate closing dates.

These government positions offer competitive salaries ranging from R 138 486 to R 896 436 per annum, providing excellent opportunities for career growth in South Africa’s agricultural sector.

Positions For Closing January 30 – 2026

1. Scientist Production Grade A (2 Posts) – Ref: 3/3/1/30/2025

Salary: R 761 157 Per Annum (OSD) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Directorate: Genetic Resources

Requirements

• BSc Honours or MTech in Botany, Agronomy, Horticulture, Genetics or Plant Biotechnology.
• Compulsory SACNSP registration as Professional Natural Scientist.
• 3 years post-qualification experience in botany, plant taxonomy or plant breeding.
• Valid driver’s license (Code EB).

Key Responsibilities

• Verify applications under Plant Breeders’ Rights Act and Plant Improvement Act.
• Establish and manage variety trials.
• Perform DUS (Distinctness, Uniformity and Stability) testing.
• Conduct variety characterization and scientific analysis.
• Participate in UPOV (International Union for Protection of New Varieties) activities.
• Research and development on plant varieties.

Target Group: African and Indian Males, Coloured Females and Persons with Disability 

Contact: Mr SJ Ndlazi – Tel: (012) 319 6084 / 072 460 4582 

Email: SPrecruit302025@nda.agric.za

2. System Developer – Ref: 3/3/1/23/2025

Salary: R 468 459 Per Annum (Level 9) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Directorate: ICT Service Management and Solution Development

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Computer Sciences, Engineering, IT or Software Development.
• 3 years of experience in Web Technologies (Java/J2EE, HTML, JavaScript, XML, CSS, JSP, C#, .NET 4.0, ASP.NET, jQuery, Microsoft Power BI).
• Database knowledge – MySQL, MS SQL and Oracle.
• Valid driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop ICT applications.
• Work with Object-Oriented environments and MVC architecture.
• Implement national ICT strategies and policies.
• Conduct system testing and maintenance.
• Provide technical expertise across application development lifecycle.
• Research emerging technologies.

Target Group: African Males/Females, Indian Females, Coloured Females and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Mr S Mahlangu – Tel: (012) 319 6184 

Email: SDrecruit232025@nda.agric.za

3. Scientific Technician Production – Grade B – Ref: 3/3/1/24/2025

Salary: R 466 743 Per Annum (OSD) 

Location: Stellenbosch – Western Cape 

Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• National Diploma or BSc in Analytical Chemistry or Chemistry.
• Compulsory SACNASP registration as Certified Natural Scientist.
• 3 years post-qualification technical experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement scientific methodologies and procedures.
• Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions.
• Operate and maintain scientific equipment.
• Conduct research and development activities.
• Mentor and train junior technicians.
• Database and data management.
• Compile technical reports and research findings.

Target Group: African and Coloured Males/Females and Persons with Disability. 

Contact: Ms X Tladi – Tel: (021) 809 1643 

Email: STPrecruit242025@nda.agric.za

4. Scientific Technician Production – Grade A (3 Posts) – Ref: 3/3/1/25/2025

Salary: R 412 128 Per Annum (OSD) 

Location: Stellenbosch – Western Cape 

Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• National Diploma or BSc in Analytical Chemistry or Chemistry.
• Compulsory SACNASP registration as Certified Natural Scientist.
• 3 years post-qualification technical experience.

Duties: Same as Grade B position above.

Target Group: African and Coloured Males/Females and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Dr A Seepe – Tel: (012) 319 6126 

Email: STPrecruit252025@nda.agric.za

5. Senior Administrative Officer – Ref: 3/3/1/26/2025

Salary: R 397 116 Per Annum (Level 8) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• National Diploma in Public Administration/Management or Business Administration/Management (NQF 6).
• 2 years administration experience.
• Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, BAS.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial management and budget preparation.
• Compile DMP, MTEF, Adjustment Estimates and ENE.
• Supply chain management services.
• Asset management and administration.
• Staff supervision and performance management.
• General office support services.

Target Group: African and Coloured Males/Females, and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Dr M Mutegwe – Tel: (012) 319 6321 

Email: SAOrecruit262025@nda.agric.za

6. Liquor Product Registration Clerk – Ref: 3/3/1/28/2025

Salary: R 269 499 Per Annum (Level 6) 

Location: Stellenbosch – Western Cape 

Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• Wine certificate (Advantage).
• 1 year relevant administration experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities

• Register and process liquor import/export documentation.
• Manage Wine Online system.
• Conduct preliminary label evaluation.
• Coordinate wine tasting and sensorial evaluation.
• Provide helpdesk support for Wine Online system.
• Process A and B code registrations.
• Maintain databases and information systems.

Target Group: African Males and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Ms WJ Hanekom – Tel: (021) 809 0037 

Email: LPRCrecruit282025@nda.agric.za

7. Chief Auxiliary Services Officer – Ref: 3/3/1/31/2025

Salary: R 269 499 Per Annum (Level 6) 

Location: Roodeplaat – Gauteng 

Directorate: Genetic Resources

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate with Biology as passed subject.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage candidate seed and standard varieties.
• Capture data into relevant databases.
• Process seed samples for trade and post control.
• Monitor seed cooling equipment.
• Liaise with Registrar offices and seed companies.
• Maintain seed number allocation records.

Target Group: African Males/Females and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Mr SJ Ndlazi – Tel: (012) 319 6086 

Email: CASOMrecruit312025@nda.agric.za

8. Administrative Clerk – Ref: 3/3/1/27/2025

Salary: R 228 321 Per Annum (Level 5) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Chief Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• No experience required.

Key Responsibilities

• General clerical support services.
• Document management and filing.
• Supply chain clerical support.
• Personnel administration support.
• Financial administration support.
• Travel and accommodation arrangements.

Target Group: African, Indian and White Males, Indian and White Females and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Dr M Mutegwe – Tel: (012) 319 6321 

Email: ACrecruit272025@nda.agric.za

Positions For Closing February 6 – 2026

9. Senior Personal Assistant – Ref: 3/3/1/36/2025

Salary: R 896 436 Per Annum (Level 11, MMS package) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Directorate: Office of the Director General

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• National Diploma in Office Management/Public Administration/Public Management.
• 3 years relevant experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities

• Schedule Director General’s engagements and manage diary.
• Coordinate high-level meetings with government departments.
• Manage travel arrangements and claims.
• Budget coordination for Director General’s office.
• Compile DMP, MTEF and ENE.
• Provide leadership in Private Office.
• Personnel management and performance monitoring.

SMS Requirement: Must complete SMS Pre-Entry Programme and Nyukela Programme.

Target Group: Africans and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Ms Alicia Stevens – Tel: (012) 312 9667 

Email: SPArecruit362025@nda.agric.za

10. Assistant Director – Information Centre – Ref: 3/3/1/32/2025

Salary: R 468 459 Per Annum (Level 9) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Directorate: Knowledge, Information and Records Management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Information Management/Science (NQF 6).
• 3 years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license

Key Responsibilities

• Manage information services for clients.
• Oversee bibliographic records and catalogues.
• Collection organization and preservation.
• Library resource management.
• Staff training and development.
• Financial and asset management.

Target Group: Africans, Indian Females, Coloured Females and Persons with Disability. 

Contact: Mr Ephraim Senamela – Tel: (067) 410 6097 

Email: ASDICrecruit32025@nda.agric.za

11. Supply Chain Practitioner – Orders – Ref: 3/3/1/33/2025

Salary: R 325 101 Per Annum (Level 7) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Directorate: Demand and Acquisition Management

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate.
• 3 years logistics experience.
• LOGIS literacy certificate (minimum).
• Valid driver’s license.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and process requisitions.
• Capture and authorize requisitions on LOGIS.
• Process petty cash transactions.
• Create and authorize purchase orders.
• Maintain requisition registers.

Target Group: Africans, Coloureds and Persons with Disability 

Contact: Ms IM Molopyane – Tel: (012) 312 8659 

Email: SCPOrecruit332025@nda.agric.za

12. Secretary – Various Components – Ref: 3/3/1/34/2025

Salary: R 228 321 Per Annum (Level 5) 

Location: Pretoria – Gauteng 

Directorate: Human Resource Utilization and Development

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4).
• No experience required.

Key Responsibilities

• Secretarial and receptionist support.
• Diary and appointment management.
• Document typing and filing.
• Meeting and event arrangements.
• Travel arrangements and claims processing.
• General administrative duties.

Target Group: Africans, Coloureds, Indians, Whites and Persons with Disability.

Contact: Ms Lexy Manamela – Tel: (012) 312 9569 

Email: SVCrecruit342025@nda.agric.za

13. Farm Aid – Ref: 3/3/1/35/2025

Salary: R 138 486 Per Annum (Level 2) 

Location: Middelburg, Eastern Cape (Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute) 

Directorate: Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute (GADI)

Requirements

• NQF Level 1 or 2 (ABET Level 2/3 Certificate).
• No experience required.

Key Responsibilities

• Crop production activities (irrigation, cultivation, harvesting).
• Livestock management (feeding, vaccination, care).
• General farm maintenance.
• Infrastructure maintenance (fences, roads, water systems).
• Equipment maintenance.

Target Group: African Males, Indians, Whites, and Persons with Disability 

Contact: Mr Thabo Molekwa – Tel: (049) 802 6633 

Email: Farecruit352025@nda.agric.za

How To Apply

Application Requirements

1. Completed Z83 Form

2. Detailed CV (PDF Format, Max 10MB)

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Submission Methods

Hand Delivery: 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 (During Office Hours).

Email: Use specific email address for each position (Listed Above).

Important Notes

• Submit separate applications for multiple positions.
• No duplicate applications.
• Late applications will not be considered.
• Department will not acknowledge receipt.
• If no response within 3 months, consider application unsuccessful.

Selection Process

Shortlisted Candidates Must Provide

• Certified ID copies.
• Certified qualification certificates.
• Service certificates (For Senior Positions).
• SAQA evaluation reports (foreign qualifications).

Assessments Include

• Practical assessment.
• Integrity assessment.
• Generic management competency assessment (SMS positions).
• Security vetting and reference checks.

Mandatory Declarations

• Criminal/disciplinary proceedings.
• Conflicts of interest.
• Board memberships/directorships.

SMS Requirements (Senior Personal Assistant)

Successful candidates must complete.

• SMS Pre-Entry Programme (NSG).
• Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS.
• Submit proof before appointment.

More Info: www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/

Don’t miss these excellent opportunities to join South Africa’s Department of Agriculture. Apply now and contribute to the country’s agricultural development.

Disclaimer: This information is based on official DOA vacancy circulars. Always refer to original documentation for complete accuracy.