Circular 28 of 2026 · Post 28/02 · Ref 3/3/1/67/2026
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ASSET MANAGEMENT
Department of Agriculture (DoA)
- CentreGauteng (Pretoria)
- LevelLevel 09
Closing date: 15 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 28 of 2026
- Page No.
- 2–3
- Circular Post
- 28/02
- Reference number
- 3/3/1/67/2026
- Department
- Department of Agriculture (DoA)
- Directorate
- Demand and Acquisition Management
- Centre
- Gauteng (Pretoria)
- Salary
- R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
- Closing date
- 24 August 2026
About this vacancy
Review the complete requirements and application instructions for this vacancy at Department of Agriculture (DoA).
The listed centre is Gauteng (Pretoria).
Applications close on 24 August 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Requirements
- Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Logistics Management/ Supply Chain Management/ Public Management (NQF Level 6).
- Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory level in Asset Management.
- Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act.
- Knowledge of Treasury Regulations.
- Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment.
- LOGIS (Logistic Information Systems).
- BAS (Basic Accounting System).
- BAUD (Asset Register System) Modified Cash Standards.
- Accounting Manual for Departments.
- Job related skills: Leadership skills.
- Management skills, Computer skills, Project Management skills and a valid driver’s license.
Duties
- Promote correct implementation of sound asset management practices.
- Inform, guide and advise departmental employees on asset management matters.
- Contribute to the design and development of asset management systems, policies, strategic and annual physical asset management planning.
- Monitor and review the progress of the asset verification.
- Compile and manage the asset verification in the Department.
- Capture asset information on the inventory list (room list) of the asset holder and in the relevant registers.
- Issue assets and inventory list (room list) list of asset holders.
- Ensure the movement of assets in the register.
- Monitor assets for physical condition, utilization functionality and financial performance.
- Manage the bar coding of all movable assets.
- Approve of the movable asset register updates.
- Manage the disposal of assets in the department.
- Manage the disposal and transfer of assets process in the department.
- Supervise the receipt and issue of all movable assets in the department.
- Perform quantity and quality control.
- Ensure that assets are removed from the register after approval.
- Compile memorandums and reports on the disposals to the Disposal Committee.
- Ensure correct financial reporting.
- Manage the additions and reconciliation process between BAS and the Asset Register.
- Ensure journals are requested to amend misclassifications.
- Prepare financial information for financial statement purposes.
- Supervise employees to ensure sound physical asset management.
- This would, inter alia, entail the following: General supervision of employees.
- Allocate duties and do quality control of the work delivered by supervisees.
- Advise and lead supervisors regarding all aspects of the work.
- Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisors.
- Ensure that all supervisors are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively.
- Develop, implement and monitor work systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning.
- Address enquiries and provide advice and guidance on asset allocation and control.
Enquiries
Ms R Goolam Tel No: (012) 312 8395
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
: Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ADAMrecruit67@nda.gov.za
Notes and Z83 guidance
To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery.
- The Department will not be held responsible for server delays.
- Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications.
- Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Preentry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof.
- All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
- All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two preentry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened.
- Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post.
- Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and readvertise the post at any time in the future. IMPORTANT: DOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates.
- The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies.
- By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles).
- Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations.
- Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests.
- All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with.
- Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The Department of Agriculture wishes to inform the public about the withdrawal of the advertisement for two (02) positions. Chief Director: Cooperatives Development with Ref No: 3/3/1/67/2025, advertised in the Public Service Vacancy Circular 11 dated 27 March 2026, and Scientific Technician Production Grade A with Ref No: 3/3/1/37/2026, advertised in the Public Service Vacancy Circular 18 dated 29 May 2027.
- The Department likes to apologise for any inconvenience this withdrawal might cause.
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Additional notes
EE Target: African Male and Coloured Male and Persons with disability.
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 28 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
POST 28/02 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO: 3/3/1/67/2026 Directorate: Demand and Acquisition Management
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Logistics Management/ Supply Chain Management/ Public
Management (NQF Level 6). Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory level in Asset
Management. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Public Finance
Management Act. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations. Broad Based Black
Economic Empowerment. LOGIS (Logistic Information Systems). BAS (Basic
Accounting System). BAUD (Asset Register System) Modified Cash
Standards. Accounting Manual for Departments. Job related skills: Leadership skills. Management skills, Computer skills, Project Management skills and a
valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Promote correct implementation of sound asset management practices. Inform, guide and advise departmental employees on asset management
matters. Contribute to the design and development of asset management systems, policies, strategic and annual physical asset management planning.
Monitor and review the progress of the asset verification. Compile and manage the asset verification in the Department. Capture asset information on the
inventory list (room list) of the asset holder and in the relevant registers. Issue assets and inventory list (room list) list of asset holders. Ensure the movement
of assets in the register. Monitor assets for physical condition, utilization functionality and financial performance. Manage the bar coding of all movable
assets. Approve of the movable asset register updates. Manage the disposal of assets in the department. Manage the disposal and transfer of assets
process in the department. Supervise the receipt and issue of all movable assets in the department. Perform quantity and quality control. Ensure that
assets are removed from the register after approval. Compile memorandums and reports on the disposals to the Disposal Committee. Ensure correct
financial reporting. Manage the additions and reconciliation process between
BAS and the Asset Register. Ensure journals are requested to amend misclassifications. Prepare financial information for financial statement
purposes. Supervise employees to ensure sound physical asset management.
This would, inter alia, entail the following: General supervision of employees.
Allocate duties and do quality control of the work delivered by supervisees.
Advise and lead supervisors regarding all aspects of the work. Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisors. Ensure that all supervisors
are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. Develop, implement and monitor work systems and
processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning. Address enquiries and provide advice and guidance on asset allocation and control.
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Goolam Tel No: (012) 312 8395
APPLICATIONS : : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
ADAMrecruit67@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: African Male and Coloured Male and Persons with disability.
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma in Logistics Management/ Supply Chain Management/ Public
Management (NQF Level 6). Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory level in Asset
Management. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Public Finance
Management Act. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations. Broad Based Black
Economic Empowerment. LOGIS (Logistic Information Systems). BAS (Basic
Accounting System). BAUD (Asset Register System) Modified Cash
Standards. Accounting Manual for Departments. Job related skills: Leadership skills. Management skills, Computer skills, Project Management skills and a
valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Promote correct implementation of sound asset management practices. Inform, guide and advise departmental employees on asset management
matters. Contribute to the design and development of asset management systems, policies, strategic and annual physical asset management planning.
Monitor and review the progress of the asset verification. Compile and manage the asset verification in the Department. Capture asset information on the
inventory list (room list) of the asset holder and in the relevant registers. Issue assets and inventory list (room list) list of asset holders. Ensure the movement
of assets in the register. Monitor assets for physical condition, utilization functionality and financial performance. Manage the bar coding of all movable
assets. Approve of the movable asset register updates. Manage the disposal of assets in the department. Manage the disposal and transfer of assets
process in the department. Supervise the receipt and issue of all movable assets in the department. Perform quantity and quality control. Ensure that
assets are removed from the register after approval. Compile memorandums and reports on the disposals to the Disposal Committee. Ensure correct
financial reporting. Manage the additions and reconciliation process between
BAS and the Asset Register. Ensure journals are requested to amend misclassifications. Prepare financial information for financial statement
purposes. Supervise employees to ensure sound physical asset management.
This would, inter alia, entail the following: General supervision of employees.
Allocate duties and do quality control of the work delivered by supervisees.
Advise and lead supervisors regarding all aspects of the work. Manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisors. Ensure that all supervisors
are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. Develop, implement and monitor work systems and
processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning. Address enquiries and provide advice and guidance on asset allocation and control.
ENQUIRIES : Ms R Goolam Tel No: (012) 312 8395
APPLICATIONS : : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
ADAMrecruit67@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: African Male and Coloured Male and Persons with disability.