LEDET Vacancies (20 March 2026)

The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for several government job opportunities. These vacancies are available mainly in Polokwane and various nature reserves across Limpopo.

The department promotes employment equity and encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply.

DepartmentLimpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
Closing Date20 March 2026
LocationLimpopo Province, South Africa

Available Positions

Deputy Director: Contracts & Performance Management

Reference: C1/26/1
Salary: R896 436 – R1 055 958 per year (Level 11)
Location: Head Office, Polokwane

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Contract Management, Financial Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or Internal Audit.
  • Minimum 5 years experience in Supply Chain Management.
  • 3 years must be at Assistant Director level.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Duties

  • Manage contract management operations.
  • Maintain contract register for the department.
  • Monitor supplier relations and performance.
  • Manage contract amendments and renewals.
  • Supervise staff and administrative functions.

Control Environmental Officer Grade A (X2 Posts)

Reference: C1/26/2
Salary: R612 480 – R700 620 per year
Locations:

  • Atherstone Nature Reserve
  • Masebe Nature Reserve

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Nature Conservation, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Management or Natural Sciences.
  • 3–5 years experience in conservation or environmental management.
  • Valid firearm competency certificate.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Duties

  • Manage biodiversity and ecological services in nature reserves.
  • Implement environmental law enforcement.
  • Oversee tourism activities and stakeholder relations.
  • Promote sustainable use of natural resources.

Assistant Director: Tourism Planning & Regulations

Reference: C1/26/3
Salary: R582 444 – R686 091 per year
Location: Head Office, Polokwane

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Tourism, Public Management, Public Administration or Travel & Tourism.
  • 2–3 years tourism industry experience.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Duties

  • Coordinate tourism sector development strategies.
  • Support municipalities with Local Economic Development programmes.
  • Facilitate tourism projects and stakeholder engagement.
  • Monitor tourism growth strategies.

Environmental Officer: Specialised Production

Reference: C1/26/4
Salary: R498 816 – R690 237 per year
Location: Polokwane

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Law, Biodiversity or Natural Sciences.
  • 3–5 years experience in Environmental Quality Management.
  • EAPASA registration required.
  • Valid driver’s license.

Duties

  • Manage Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) processes.
  • Conduct environmental site inspections.
  • Evaluate environmental authorization applications.
  • Provide technical advice to stakeholders.

Assistant Director: Asset & Inventory Management

Reference: C1/26/5
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per year
Location: Polokwane

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Financial Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or Accounting.
  • 3 years experience in asset management or financial management.
  • Knowledge of BAS and LOGIS systems.

Duties

  • Maintain asset registers.
  • Manage inventory and warehouse operations.
  • Conduct asset reconciliations.
  • Monitor departmental asset movements.

Assistant Director: Demand Management

Reference: C1/26/6
Salary: R468 459 – R551 823 per year
Location: Polokwane

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration or Public Management.
  • 3 years experience in supply chain or demand management.

Duties

  • Compile departmental procurement plans.
  • Coordinate bid specification processes.
  • Monitor procurement implementation.
  • Manage Central Supplier Database administration.

Senior Resorts Officer

Reference: C1/26/7
Salary: R397 116 – R467 790 per year
Location: Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Hospitality, Tourism or Eco-tourism.
  • 2–3 years supervisory experience in hospitality or tourism.
  • Valid driver’s license with PDP.

Duties

  • Manage resort operations.
  • Ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Oversee housekeeping and hospitality services.
  • Implement tourism marketing plans.

Financial Administrative Officer

Reference: C1/26/8
Salary: R325 101 – R382 959 per year
Location: Polokwane

Requirements

  • NQF Level 6 qualification in Finance, Accounting or Public Management.
  • 2 years financial administration experience.
  • Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations.

Duties

  • Process payroll-related payments.
  • Capture payments on BAS and LOGIS.
  • Maintain payment registers.
  • Reconcile financial accounts.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply through the official Limpopo e-Recruitment system.

Apply online:
https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za

Applications may also be submitted by hand or post to:

Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73
19 Biccard Street
Polokwane, 0700

Postal Address:
Private Bag X9484
Polokwane, 0700

Required Documents

Applicants must submit:

  • Completed Z83 application form
  • Detailed CV

Certified documents will only be required for shortlisted candidates.


Closing Date: 20 March 2026 at 16:30

If you do not receive feedback within 4 months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.