Circular 29 of 2026 · Post 29/272
ASSISTANT AGRICULTURAL PRACTITIONER
Western Cape Department of Agriculture
- ProvinceWestern Cape
- LevelLevel 04
- AdvertCombined vacancy information
Job details
- Circular
- 29 of 2026
- Page No.
- 1
- Circular Post
- 29/272
- Department
- Western Cape Department of Agriculture
- Province
- Western Cape
- Closing date
- 7 September 2026
About this vacancy
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Review the source-supplied values below; they are not automatically paired into individual positions.
Applications close on 7 September 2026.
Application and salary information
Salary
R201 093 – R236 877 per annum (Level 04), plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
Application route
Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.
Vacancy information
This advert contains combined vacancy information. Values are shown as supplied and are not paired into positions unless the source stores that relationship explicitly.
- Centre
- Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
- Reference information
- AGR 57/2025 R1
- Salary information
- R201 093 – R236 877 per annum (Level 04), plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
Requirements
- An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification);
- A valid driving licence (Code B or higher).
- NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.
- Competencies: Knowledge of extension methodologies;
- Good communication skills;
- Job Related Skills;
- Ability to communicate with clients and farmers;
- Basic reporting skills;
- Basic level of public speaking;
- Group dynamics understanding.
Duties
- Assist in rendering general agricultural advice to internal and external clients so as to ensure sustainable development;
- Assist in providing technical support on all agricultural projects, food security initiatives, and land development support programmes and also assist with planning, advice, facilitation of training and after care;
- Assist in promoting a pluralistic approach and partnerships with relevant agricultural stakeholders and organised agriculture;
- Assist in promotion of sustainable production of agricultural products;
- Perform administrative and related functions.
Enquiries
Mr J Aries Tel No: (021) 808 5103
How to apply
Where and how to submit your application.
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Notes and Z83 guidance
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting.
- All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
- The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
- By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference.
- Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
- Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
- Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POST
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Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 29 of 2026 for reference.
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Original Text
3 Year Contract Position at Various Locations
SALARY : R201 093 – R236 877 per annum (Level 04), plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A valid driving licence (Code B or higher). NB: People with
disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply. Competencies: Knowledge of extension
methodologies; Good communication skills; Job Related Skills; Ability to communicate with clients and farmers; Basic reporting skills; Basic level of
public speaking; Group dynamics understanding.
DUTIES : Assist in rendering general agricultural advice to internal and external clients so as to ensure sustainable development; Assist in providing technical support
on all agricultural projects, food security initiatives, and land development support programmes and also assist with planning, advice, facilitation of
training and after care; Assist in promoting a pluralistic approach and partnerships with relevant agricultural stakeholders and organised agriculture;
Assist in promotion of sustainable production of agricultural products; Perform administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Aries Tel No: (021) 808 5103