Circular 28 of 2026 · Post 28/01 · Ref 3/3/1/66/2026
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT
Department of Agriculture (DoA)
- CentreGauteng (Pretoria)
- LevelLevel 11
Closing date: 15 days remaining
Job details
- Circular
- 28 of 2026
- Page No.
- 2
- Circular Post
- 28/01
- Reference number
- 3/3/1/66/2026
- Department
- Department of Agriculture (DoA)
- Directorate
- Stakeholder and Intergovernmental Relations
- Centre
- Gauteng (Pretoria)
- Salary
- R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS)
- 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
R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS)
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 Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration / Business Management.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience at junior management level in administration environment.
- Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Supply Chain Management process.
- Knowledge of government systems and structure.
- Public Service Regulations.
- Treasury Regulations.
- Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
- Knowledge on Departmental transversal system (Basic Accounting System (BAS), Personnel and Salary Administration (PERSAL), Logistical Information System (LOGIS).
- Knowledge of legislation, policies and procedure: The Constitution, Good governance and Batho-Pele principles, Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Government decision making processes, Government systems and structures.
- Job related skills: Planning and organising skills.
- Analytical skill.
- Document management skills.
- Office management skills.
- Financial Management skills.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Computer skills.
- Resource planning skills.
- Problem solving and decisionmaking skills.
- Time management skills.
- Communication skills.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Willingness to travel and / or work irregular hours.
- Ability to work under pressure.
Duties
- Manage the coordination of financial management services.
- Ensure sufficient budget for expenditure incurred.
- Certify correctness of invoices.
- Compile budget inputs.
- Ensure Medium Term Expenditure Framework processes are adhered to.
- Ensure that expenditure is within the correct allocation.
- Take precaution of unauthorised, wasted or fruitless irregular expenditure.
- Manage the administration support services.
- Coordinate the development/reviewal of operational / strategic plan.
- Oversee logistical arrangements.
- Manage office accommodation.
- Manage registry services.
- Compile reports.
- Attend to queries from Internal Audit.
- Provide secretariat support services.
- Oversee the drafting of minutes and signing off where applicable.
- Manage the procurement of goods and services.
- Manage the compilation of Demand Management Plan.
- Facilitate supply chain management services.
- Facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on SCM related matters.
- Manage the safekeeping, utilisation and maintenance of all assets.
- Ensure proper administration of sourcing and evaluation of quotations.
- Handle queries from internal and external clients relating to supply chain matters.
- Manage compliance with regards to the implementation, interpretation and application of administration policies.
- Promote adherence to policies such as Public Finance Management Act, Procurement, Human Resource, Transport and Records management policies.
- Develop administrative policies procedures and provide inputs for policy development.
- Manage the coordination of human resources support services.
- Manage all training requirement and activities.
- Manage the component equity plan and ensure vacancies are filled accordingly.
- Manage recruitment process.
- Manage leave record.
- Ensure that quarterly and annual Employee Performance Management and Development System evaluations for the component are done.
Enquiries
Mr Chris Khonkwane at (069) 007 9989
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 DDASrecruit66@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 Female 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 28/01 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT REF NO: 3/3/1/66/2026 Directorate: Stakeholder and Intergovernmental Relations
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration
/ Business Management. Minimum of 3 years’ experience at junior management level in administration environment. Job related knowledge:
Knowledge of Supply Chain Management process. Knowledge of government systems and structure. Public Service Regulations. Treasury Regulations.
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Preferential Procurement Policy
Framework Act. Knowledge on Departmental transversal system (Basic
Accounting System (BAS), Personnel and Salary Administration (PERSAL),
Logistical Information System (LOGIS). Knowledge of legislation, policies and procedure: The Constitution, Good governance and Batho-Pele principles,
Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Government decision making processes, Government systems and structures. Job related
skills: Planning and organising skills. Analytical skill. Document management skills. Office management skills. Financial Management skills. Interpersonal
skills. Computer skills. Resource planning skills. Problem solving and decisionmaking skills. Time management skills. Communication skills. A valid driver’s licence. Willingness to travel and / or work irregular hours. Ability to work under
pressure.
DUTIES : Manage the coordination of financial management services. Ensure sufficient budget for expenditure incurred. Certify correctness of invoices. Compile
budget inputs. Ensure Medium Term Expenditure Framework processes are adhered to. Ensure that expenditure is within the correct allocation. Take
precaution of unauthorised, wasted or fruitless irregular expenditure. Manage the administration support services. Coordinate the development/reviewal of
operational / strategic plan. Oversee logistical arrangements. Manage office accommodation. Manage registry services. Compile reports. Attend to queries
from Internal Audit. Provide secretariat support services. Oversee the drafting of minutes and signing off where applicable. Manage the procurement of
goods and services. Manage the compilation of Demand Management Plan.
Facilitate supply chain management services. Facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on SCM related matters. Manage the safekeeping, utilisation
and maintenance of all assets. Ensure proper administration of sourcing and evaluation of quotations. Handle queries from internal and external clients
relating to supply chain matters. Manage compliance with regards to the implementation, interpretation and application of administration policies.
Promote adherence to policies such as Public Finance Management Act,
Procurement, Human Resource, Transport and Records management policies.
Develop administrative policies procedures and provide inputs for policy development. Manage the coordination of human resources support services.
Manage all training requirement and activities. Manage the component equity plan and ensure vacancies are filled accordingly. Manage recruitment process.
Manage leave record. Ensure that quarterly and annual Employee
Performance Management and Development System evaluations for the component are done.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Chris Khonkwane at (069) 007 9989
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
DDASrecruit66@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: African Female and Persons with disability.
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and National Diploma Public Administration / Public Management / Business Administration
/ Business Management. Minimum of 3 years’ experience at junior management level in administration environment. Job related knowledge:
Knowledge of Supply Chain Management process. Knowledge of government systems and structure. Public Service Regulations. Treasury Regulations.
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Preferential Procurement Policy
Framework Act. Knowledge on Departmental transversal system (Basic
Accounting System (BAS), Personnel and Salary Administration (PERSAL),
Logistical Information System (LOGIS). Knowledge of legislation, policies and procedure: The Constitution, Good governance and Batho-Pele principles,
Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Government decision making processes, Government systems and structures. Job related
skills: Planning and organising skills. Analytical skill. Document management skills. Office management skills. Financial Management skills. Interpersonal
skills. Computer skills. Resource planning skills. Problem solving and decisionmaking skills. Time management skills. Communication skills. A valid driver’s licence. Willingness to travel and / or work irregular hours. Ability to work under
pressure.
DUTIES : Manage the coordination of financial management services. Ensure sufficient budget for expenditure incurred. Certify correctness of invoices. Compile
budget inputs. Ensure Medium Term Expenditure Framework processes are adhered to. Ensure that expenditure is within the correct allocation. Take
precaution of unauthorised, wasted or fruitless irregular expenditure. Manage the administration support services. Coordinate the development/reviewal of
operational / strategic plan. Oversee logistical arrangements. Manage office accommodation. Manage registry services. Compile reports. Attend to queries
from Internal Audit. Provide secretariat support services. Oversee the drafting of minutes and signing off where applicable. Manage the procurement of
goods and services. Manage the compilation of Demand Management Plan.
Facilitate supply chain management services. Facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on SCM related matters. Manage the safekeeping, utilisation
and maintenance of all assets. Ensure proper administration of sourcing and evaluation of quotations. Handle queries from internal and external clients
relating to supply chain matters. Manage compliance with regards to the implementation, interpretation and application of administration policies.
Promote adherence to policies such as Public Finance Management Act,
Procurement, Human Resource, Transport and Records management policies.
Develop administrative policies procedures and provide inputs for policy development. Manage the coordination of human resources support services.
Manage all training requirement and activities. Manage the component equity plan and ensure vacancies are filled accordingly. Manage recruitment process.
Manage leave record. Ensure that quarterly and annual Employee
Performance Management and Development System evaluations for the component are done.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Chris Khonkwane at (069) 007 9989
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
DDASrecruit66@nda.gov.za
NOTE : EE Target: African Female and Persons with disability.