The Department of Agriculture invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for various vacancies closing on 07 August 2026. These opportunities are suitable for candidates with experience in international trade, agricultural economics, scientific work, wine certification, laboratory work, administration, clerical support and public service operations.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Agriculture |
| Closing Date | 07 August 2026 at 16:00 |
| Location | Pretoria, Buffelspoort, Stellenbosch and Bloemfontein |
| Application Method | Email or hand delivery |
| Required Documents | Completed Z83 form and detailed CV |
| Hand Delivery Address | 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 |
Director: International Trade Promotions Ref No: 3/3/1/58/2026
Directorate: International Trade Promotions
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum, Level 13, all-inclusive package
Centre: Pretoria, Gauteng
Advert Type: Re-advertisement
Requirements
Applicants must have successfully completed the Pre-entry Certificate for Senior Management Service as endorsed by the National School of Government.
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF Level 7 in Agricultural Economics, Trade or Development Economics.
Applicants must have five years’ experience at middle or senior managerial level in Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Trade or International Trade.
Applicants must have knowledge of public service legislation, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act, Labour Relations Act, government agricultural policies, international relations policy, intergovernmental relations, agricultural sector structures, SADC, NEPAD, AU and UN programmes.
Applicants must also understand regional conventions, protocols, diplomatic protocol and Batho Pele principles.
Required skills include financial management, strategic capability and leadership, programme and project management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation, problem-solving, people management, client orientation, communication, honesty, integrity and change management.
Applicants must be willing to work extended hours and travel, including international travel.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage economic research and provide regular policy briefs to management.
Duties include conducting research on economic issues, compiling technical reports and briefing documents, analysing data, forecasting market trends and formulating recommendations, policies or plans to guide Departmental interventions.
The candidate will monitor international agricultural commodity market trends and provide management briefings.
The successful candidate will manage the development and implementation of international trade policies and agreements related to agriculture.
Additional duties include supporting bilateral and multilateral trade policy analysis, providing inputs for trade agreements, coordinating stakeholder consultations, implementing trade obligations, monitoring trading partners’ obligations and representing the Department in international trade forums.
The candidate will also manage trade negotiations, provide trade intelligence to the agriculture sector, contribute to export and import policies, support economic impact assessments and manage international and multilateral relations with governments, organisations and forums.
Enquiries
Ms K Komape
Tel: 012 319 7331
Application Details
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria
0002
Email applications must be sent to:
Scientific Technician Grade A-C Ref No: 3/3/1/59/2026
Chief Directorate: Inspection and Quarantine Services
Salary: R407 337 – R610 131 per annum, OSD all-inclusive package
Centre: Buffelspoort, North West
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 Certificate.
Applicants must have a National Diploma in Biological Sciences or a relevant qualification.
Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions as a Certificated Natural Scientist is required.
Applicants must have at least three years’ post-qualification technical scientific experience.
Applicants must have knowledge of programme and project management, scientific methodologies, research and development, computer-aided scientific applications, legal compliance, technical report writing, data analysis and mentoring.
Required skills include creativity, self-management, financial management, customer focus, communication, computer literacy, networking, people management, planning, organising, conflict management, change management and problem-solving.
Applicants must be willing to work extended hours and handle hazardous chemicals.
Duties
The successful candidate will develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures.
Duties include performing technical scientific functions, applying operational standards, identifying gaps, preparing for research activities, conducting field surveys, maintaining and calibrating scientific equipment and providing technical support.
The candidate will also perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions, prepare data, manage databases, analyse technical scientific data, disseminate information and compile reports.
Additional duties include research and development, continuous professional development, equipment review, publishing and presenting technical reports, liaising with relevant bodies and mentoring candidate research technicians and other staff.
Enquiries
Mr T Pongolo
Tel: 021 809 1640
Application Details
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria
0002
Email applications must be sent to:
Administration Clerk: Supervisor Ref No: 3/3/1/60/2026
Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance
Salary: R338 106 per annum, Level 07
Centre: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 Certificate.
A certificate in wine will be an added advantage.
Applicants must have three years’ administration experience in the Wine Online certification system and user support.
Applicants must have knowledge of departmental policies, the Liquor Products Act, wine cultivars, types of liquor, export and import procedures, compositional and labelling requirements, procurement procedures and quality assurance practices.
Required skills include communication, integrity, filing, invoicing, Wine Online helpdesk support, client liaison, processing export and import documents, interpreting legislation, data capturing, typing, planning, organising, problem-solving, computer literacy, report writing and training of Wine Online users.
A valid driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must be willing to work extended hours.
Duties
The successful candidate will maintain control of exported and imported liquor products.
Duties include registering, capturing and processing import and export documentation on Wine Online, issuing documentation, maintaining records, solving Wine Online problems, invoicing, preparing reports and handling enquiries.
The candidate will also provide client and stakeholder liaison, training, helpdesk support, export certificate validation, import and export procedure interpretation and registration or cancellation of liquor product codes.
Additional duties include supervising financial and supply chain administration, assisting with budgets, verifying invoices, overseeing procurement, maintaining records and asset registers, compiling import and export reports, ensuring waste management and health and safety compliance and supervising staff performance.
Enquiries
Ms Wendy Jonker Hanekom
Tel: 021 809 0374
Application Details
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria
0002
Email applications must be sent to:
Senior Laboratory Assistant Ref No: 3/3/1/61/2026
Directorate: Food Safety and Quality Assurance
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 Certificate.
Applicants must have three years’ appropriate experience.
Applicants must have knowledge of Public Service and departmental prescripts, Agricultural Product Standards Act, Liquor Products Act, laboratory quality systems, laboratory techniques and safety, relevant analytical techniques, stores management and laboratory equipment.
Required skills include problem-solving, communication, data processing, manual dexterity, quality assurance documentation, accuracy, computer literacy, administration, organisation, planning, teamwork and training.
A Code 08 driver’s licence is required.
Applicants must be willing to work extended hours and handle hazardous chemicals.
Duties
The successful candidate will prepare samples and perform routine analysis for chemical residues or liquor product composition components.
Duties include labelling samples, collecting samples, preparing sample material, preparing stains, buffers and reagents, conducting visual inspections, performing extractions and basic analyses, recording results and storing samples.
The candidate will also assist with decontamination and disposal of samples, remove waste, perform basic maintenance on equipment, report faulty equipment, conduct verification and calibration, clean laboratory facilities and maintain laboratory records.
Additional duties include inventory control, record keeping, invoicing of analyses, complying with health and safety regulations and mentoring Laboratory Assistants.
Enquiries
Ms Xoliswa Tlali
Tel: 021 809 1643
Application Details
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria
0002
Email applications must be sent to:
Administration Clerk Ref No: 3/3/1/63/2026
Directorate: Cooperatives
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Pretoria, Gauteng
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 Certificate.
No experience is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of clerical duties, data capturing, computer operation, statistics, public service legislative framework and working procedures.
Required skills include language skills, good verbal and written communication, planning, organisation, computer literacy, interpersonal relations, flexibility and teamwork.
Duties
The successful candidate will render general clerical support services.
Duties include recording, organising, storing, capturing and retrieving correspondence and data.
The candidate will update registers and statistics, handle routine enquiries, make photocopies, send or receive facsimiles, distribute documents, maintain filing systems, type correspondence and keep incoming and outgoing document registers.
Additional duties include supply chain support, obtaining quotations, completing procurement forms, controlling office stationery, maintaining asset registers, keeping leave and attendance registers, maintaining personnel records, arranging travel and accommodation and supporting financial administration.
Enquiries
Ms Sibusisiwe Matanda
Tel: 012 319 8143
Application Details
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria
0002
Email applications must be sent to:
Administration Clerk Ref No: 3/3/1/62/2026
Directorate: Inspection and Quarantine Services
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Bloemfontein, Free State
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 Certificate.
No experience is required.
Applicants must have knowledge of clerical duties, data capturing, computer operation, statistics, public service legislative framework and working procedures.
Required skills include language skills, good verbal and written communication, planning, organisation, computer literacy, interpersonal relations, flexibility and teamwork.
Duties
The successful candidate will render general clerical support services.
Duties include recording, organising, storing, capturing and retrieving correspondence and data, updating registers and statistics, providing reception and switchboard services, handling enquiries, photocopying, managing mail, maintaining filing systems and providing secretarial support.
The candidate will also support supply chain administration, procurement, stock control, asset management, personnel administration, leave administration, attendance registers, HR enquiries, financial administration, subsistence and travel claims, overtime claims, invoicing, courier account reconciliation and transport administration.
Additional duties include coordinating government vehicle use, issuing trip authorisations, managing vehicle and petrol card control, conducting vehicle inspections, verifying driver’s licences, arranging vehicle servicing and reporting vehicle damage.
Enquiries
Mr Kuben Naidoo
Tel: 082 881 2262
Application Details
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria
0002
Email applications must be sent to:
How to Apply
Applicants must submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae in PDF format.
The PDF document must not exceed 10 megabytes.
Applications can be submitted by email to the email address listed under each post or by hand delivery to:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria
0002
To apply and access more details, visit the Department of Agriculture official website.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 07 August 2026 at 16:00.
Late applications will not be considered.
The Department will not be responsible for server delays.
Applicants must not submit duplicate applications.
Applicants applying for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post.
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of required documents, including ID, qualifications and service certificates where necessary.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by SAQA evaluation reports.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete assessments, interviews, practical exercises and integrity assessments.
SMS candidates must complete the Nyukela Programme and provide proof of the SMS Pre-entry Certificate.
False or fraudulent qualifications will be reported to the South African Police Service.
Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If applicants do not hear from the Department within three months, they should consider their applications unsuccessful.
The Department of Agriculture is an equal opportunity employer and promotes representivity and affirmative action.
The Department reserves the right not to fill the advertised vacancies.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks, including social media profile checks.
Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or other allegations or investigations.
Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests.
Applicants must declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, including memberships of Boards and directorships.