deputy director-general: agriculture, Ref No. REFS/048322

Apply for deputy director-general: agriculture at department of department of agriculture and rural development. Closing date 2026-05-08.

Job Summary

Department: department of agriculture and rural development

Directorate: agriculture branch

Province:

Reference: REFS/048322

Closing Date: 2026-05-08

Salary: R1,813,183

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 15

Centre: Johannesburg (Head Office)


Minimum Qualification

Matric certificate plus NQF level 8 Post Graduate qualification in Agriculture, Veterinary Services, Business Administration, or Management

Experience Required

8 years Senior Management (SMS) in Public Sector Agriculture & Rural Development

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Strategic management and leadership
  • Advanced project and infrastructure portfolio management
  • Deep knowledge of CARA, State Forests Act, and Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act
  • Proficiency in PFMA, Treasury Regulations, GRAP, and GAAP
  • Understanding of SA Constitution and Employment Equity Act
  • Financial management and budget control
  • Service delivery innovation and resilience
  • Technical knowledge of veterinary transversal services
  • Expert report writing and business communication

Requirements

8 years of relevant experience at Senior Managerial level in the Public Sector

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Provide strategic oversight for agricultural development, agro-processing industry support, and integrated rural development
  • Direct sustainable resource management and farmer support services across the province
  • Lead agricultural research, technology development, and economic services
  • Manage the establishment and commercial growth of agro-processing enterprises
  • Oversee veterinary services including animal disease prevention, primary health care, and public health
  • Direct infrastructure portfolio management including the design and maintenance of farm structures
  • Coordinate professional built environment services and integrated rural development initiatives in Gauteng rural nodes
  • Lead sector transformation initiatives and ensure discipline and performance management within the branch
  • Manage the executive support budget, authorizing and monitoring all branch expenditure
  • Oversee the compilation of high-level strategic reports and provincial agricultural statistics

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1813183 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Ms. Gugu Nevondo at 072 904 1694

Reference No:

REFS/048322

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: REFS/048322
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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