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Job Opportunity at the Department of Agriculture: Marketing Officer Position

The Department of Agriculture (DOA) has announced a vacancy for a Marketing Officer within the Directorate: Marketing in Pretoria, Gauteng. This position offers professionals in agricultural economics an opportunity to contribute to market development, trade administration, and improved agricultural market access in South Africa.

The successful candidate will support agricultural producers and traders by strengthening market linkages, ensuring compliance with trade regulations, and facilitating participation in international trade agreements.

Job Details

  • Position: Marketing Officer

  • Reference Number: 3/3/1/65/2025

  • Location: Pretoria, Gauteng

  • Salary: R397,116 per annum (Salary Level 08)

  • Closing Date: 27 March 2026 at 16:00

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:

  • Grade 12 (Matric) certificate

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Economics (NQF Level 7)

  • A minimum of two years’ experience in an agricultural economics environment

  • Valid driver’s license

Knowledge and Skills

Candidates should have knowledge or experience in the following areas:

  • Market linkage programmes

  • International trade agreements

  • Food safety standards and regulations

  • Import and export procedures

  • Agricultural marketing legislation

  • Customs and Excise regulations

  • B-BBEE Act and Agri-BEE Sector Codes

Additional competencies include:

  • Analytical thinking

  • Planning and organisational skills

  • Report writing

  • Effective communication

  • Ability to work independently and under pressure

Key Responsibilities

Market Linkage Programme

  • Investigate market requirements for agricultural products

  • Disseminate market information to assist historically disadvantaged individuals (HDIs) in accessing markets

  • Promote compliance with food safety standards among producers and processors

Market Access and Trade Administration

  • Manage import and export quotas in accordance with international trade agreements

  • Issue rebate permits and monitor their utilisation

  • Ensure compliance with permit conditions

SME Participation Support

  • Promote participation of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in rebate schemes

  • Encourage compliance with BEE sector codes among programme participants

Administrative Duties

  • Provide administrative support to management and clients

  • Prepare reports, memoranda, and official correspondence

  • Perform other administrative functions as required

Application Process

Interested applicants must submit the following:

Applications may be submitted through:

Email:
Morecruit652025@nda.agric.za

Hand Delivery:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia, Pretoria
0002

Applicants are advised to submit their applications early, as late submissions or applications affected by technical issues will not be considered.

Additional Information

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

  • Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo practical assessments and integrity tests.

  • The recruitment process will include security vetting, reference checks, and personnel suitability assessments.

  • Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months should consider their application unsuccessful.

The Department of Agriculture supports employment equity and equal opportunity, and encourages applications from African males and persons with disabilities.

Conclusion

This position provides an opportunity to contribute to agricultural trade, market development, and policy implementation within South Africa’s agricultural sector. Professionals interested in advancing agricultural market access and supporting sector growth are encouraged to apply before 27 March 2026.

 

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