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JOBS AT GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

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SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED

 

Gauteng Department of Agriculture Vacancies Now Open

The Gauteng Provincial Government has announced a number of senior-level vacancies within the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. These positions are based in Johannesburg and are aimed at highly experienced professionals seeking leadership roles within the public sector.

The available roles form part of the Management Echelon and offer competitive salary packages, along with the opportunity to contribute to strategic initiatives that support agricultural development and rural transformation in Gauteng.

Available Positions

The department is currently recruiting for the following roles:

  • Deputy Director-General: Agriculture
  • Director: Strategy and Planning
  • Director: Facilities Management
  • Director: Human Capacity Management
  • Director: Communications
  • Director: Financial Management & Administration

Deputy Director-General: Agriculture

This senior executive role offers a total remuneration package exceeding R1.8 million per annum.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Oversight of agricultural development and agro-processing
  • Farmer support and rural development programmes
  • Veterinary and animal health services
  • Infrastructure and resource management

Minimum requirements:

  • Postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8)
  • At least 8 years of senior management experience in the public sector

Director-Level Positions

Each Director role offers an annual package of approximately R1.26 million and focuses on specialized functional areas:

Strategy and Planning

  • Strategic and operational planning
  • Policy development and monitoring
  • Coordination of departmental planning processes

Facilities Management

  • Infrastructure, security, and maintenance oversight
  • Transport and office support services
  • Facility operations management

Human Capacity Management

  • HR strategy and workforce planning
  • Employee relations and labour matters
  • Organisational development and skills planning

Communications

  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Media relations, branding, and campaigns
  • Internal and external communication strategies

Financial Management & Administration

  • Budget management and financial reporting
  • Compliance with accounting standards
  • Revenue and expenditure oversight

General Requirements

Across all roles, candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • Relevant NQF Level 7 or 8 qualification
  • 5–8 years of senior management experience
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Completion of the Nyukela SMS Pre-Entry Programme
  • Strong leadership, financial, and communication competencies

Knowledge of public service frameworks such as the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and government policies is essential.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via the Gauteng Government recruitment portal or delivered by hand to the department’s Johannesburg office.

Important:

  • Only the updated Z83 application form will be accepted
  • A comprehensive CV must be included
  • Supporting documents will be requested only from shortlisted candidates

Closing Date

All applications must be submitted by:
08 May 2026 at 16:00

Late applications will not be considered.

Conclusion

These vacancies present a significant opportunity for qualified professionals to contribute to public sector leadership and play a meaningful role in advancing agricultural and rural development in Gauteng.

 

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