DIRECTOR: INTERNATIONAL TRADE PROMOTIONS is a South African government vacancy at Department of Agriculture (DoA). This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Gauteng: Pretoria | closing date: 07 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Directorate
International Trade Promotions This is a readvertisement; applicants who applied previously are encouraged to reapply.
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services (SMS).
Centre
Gauteng: Pretoria
Requirements
- Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for SMS as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).
- Bachelor’s Degree / Advance Diploma (NQF 7) in Agricultural Economics / Trade / Development Economics.
- 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level in Agricultural economics / Agricultural trade / International trade.
- Job Related Knowledge: Applicants must have sound knowledge and understanding of the following: Knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislation and regulations that govern the Public Service including the Public Financial Management Act and Treasury Regulations, the Public Service Act, the Labour Relations Act etc.
- Knowledge of the Government policies and priorities in terms of Agriculture.
- Understanding of the Government’s international relations policy framework.
- Understanding of Government’s vision in terms of international forum and the Intergovernmental Relations framework.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Agricultural sector, Public Administration, various structures and programmes (SADC, NEPAD, AU, UN).
- Understanding of relevant regional conventions and protocols.
- Understanding of diplomatic protocol.
- Knowledge and understanding of the white paper on the transformation of the public service (Batho Pele).
- Job Related Skills: Financial management.
- Strategic Capability and Leadership.
- Programme and Project Management.
- Knowledge management.
- Service Delivery Innovation.
- Problem Solving and Analysis.
- People management and Empowerment.
- Client Orientation and Customer Focus.
- Communication.
- Honesty and Integrity.
- Change management.
- Extended working hours.
- Travel (Including international travel).
Duties
- Manage economic research and provide regular policy briefs to management.
- Conduct research on economic issues and disseminate research findings through technical reports and briefing documents.
- Compile, analyse, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends.
- Formulate recommendations, policies or plans to guide DoA interventions.
- Monitor international trends on agricultural commodity markets and provide briefs to management.
- Manage the development of international relations and trade (bilateral and multilateral) policies related to agriculture.
- Manage the analysis and development of policies and advice bilateral trade.
- Manage the analysis and development of policies and advice multilateral trade.
- Provide inputs with regards to the signing of trade agreements.
- Provide the necessary documentation for stakeholder consultations.
- Manage the implementation of international trade (bilateral and multilateral) policies and agreements related to structure.
- Implement obligations in terms of trade agreements.
- Monitor the implementation of trade agreements by the Department.
- Facilitate, co-ordinate and support the implementation of international trade agreements and policies.
- Monitor the implementation of trade policy and trade obligations by other trading partners.
- Facilitate, coordinate and guide the support of international relations with governments, organisations and forums in the Americas, Australasia, Europe and Middle East.
- Facilitate, co-ordinate and guide the sector participation in multilateral forums and Rome based agencies.
- Manage, undertake and support trade negotiations, in order to improve international access and contribute towards fair trade rules.
- Manage the preparations of policy discussion documents to inform South Africa’s international trade in agriculture (including cross cutting e.g non-tariff barriers).
- Manage the preparation of negotiating positions for the relevant bilateral and multilateral trade negotiations.
- Co-ordinate and manage research that forms the basis for negotiation of treaties.
- Undertake, manage and support trade negotiations regarding agriculture.
- Represent the Department in international trade fora.
- Undertake and manage support negotiation of bilateral agreements.
- Manage the provision of trade intelligence to the agriculture sector.
- Provide input with regards to the development of export and import policies and regulations.
- Manage the preparation of and collaborate with the DTI in compiling economic impact assessments of international trade policies on procedures, exporters and consumers.
- Co-ordinated and manage research into foreign trade policies and best practice.
- Provide advice and recommendations on research outcomes.
- Manage, co-ordinated and guide international and multilateral relations with governments, organisations and forums in the UN Americas, Australasia, Europe and Middle East.
- Manage, negotiate and implement the bilateral Agreements with South-South and North-South regions.
- Manage, negotiate and implement Multilateral agreements relating to agriculture.
- Support the participation of the department in at the World Trade Organisation and Official Development Assistance Programme, as well as implementation of global norms and standards by International Organisations.
Enquiries
Ms K Komape Tel No: (012) 319 7331
Applications
Where to send 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 DITPrecruit58@nda.gov.za
Department Notes
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.
Original Text
Directorate: International Trade Promotions
This is a readvertisement; applicants who applied previously are encouraged to reapply.
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be
structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services
(SMS).
CENTRE : Gauteng: Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for SMS as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Bachelor’s Degree / Advance Diploma
(NQF 7) in Agricultural Economics / Trade / Development Economics. 5 years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level in Agricultural economics /
Agricultural trade / International trade. Job Related Knowledge: Applicants must have sound knowledge and understanding of the following: Knowledge
and understanding of all relevant legislation and regulations that govern the
Public Service including the Public Financial Management Act and Treasury
Regulations, the Public Service Act, the Labour Relations Act etc. Knowledge of the Government policies and priorities in terms of Agriculture. Understanding
of the Government’s international relations policy framework. Understanding of
Government’s vision in terms of international forum and the Intergovernmental
Relations framework. Knowledge and understanding of the Agricultural sector,
Public Administration, various structures and programmes (SADC, NEPAD,
AU, UN). Understanding of relevant regional conventions and protocols.
Understanding of diplomatic protocol. Knowledge and understanding of the white paper on the transformation of the public service (Batho Pele). Job
Related Skills: Financial management. Strategic Capability and Leadership.
Programme and Project Management. Knowledge management. Service
Delivery Innovation. Problem Solving and Analysis. People management and
Empowerment. Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Communication.
Honesty and Integrity. Change management. Extended working hours. Travel
(Including international travel).
DUTIES : Manage economic research and provide regular policy briefs to management. Conduct research on economic issues and disseminate research findings
through technical reports and briefing documents. Compile, analyse, and report data to explain economic phenomena and forecast market trends.
Formulate recommendations, policies or plans to guide DoA interventions.
Monitor international trends on agricultural commodity markets and provide briefs to management. Manage the development of international relations and
trade (bilateral and multilateral) policies related to agriculture. Manage the analysis and development of policies and advice bilateral trade. Manage the
analysis and development of policies and advice multilateral trade. Provide inputs with regards to the signing of trade agreements. Provide the necessary
documentation for stakeholder consultations. Manage the implementation of international trade (bilateral and multilateral) policies and agreements related
to structure. Implement obligations in terms of trade agreements. Monitor the implementation of trade agreements by the Department. Facilitate, co-ordinate
and support the implementation of international trade agreements and policies.
Monitor the implementation of trade policy and trade obligations by other trading partners. Facilitate, coordinate and guide the support of international
relations with governments, organisations and forums in the Americas,
Australasia, Europe and Middle East. Facilitate, co-ordinate and guide the sector participation in multilateral forums and Rome based agencies. Manage,
undertake and support trade negotiations, in order to improve international access and contribute towards fair trade rules. Manage the preparations of
policy discussion documents to inform South Africa’s international trade in agriculture (including cross cutting e.g non-tariff barriers). Manage the
preparation of negotiating positions for the relevant bilateral and multilateral trade negotiations. Co-ordinate and manage research that forms the basis for
negotiation of treaties. Undertake, manage and support trade negotiations regarding agriculture. Represent the Department in international trade fora.
Undertake and manage support negotiation of bilateral agreements. Manage the provision of trade intelligence to the agriculture sector. Provide input with
regards to the development of export and import policies and regulations.
Manage the preparation of and collaborate with the DTI in compiling economic impact assessments of international trade policies on procedures, exporters
and consumers. Co-ordinated and manage research into foreign trade policies and best practice. Provide advice and recommendations on research
outcomes. Manage, co-ordinated and guide international and multilateral relations with governments, organisations and forums in the UN Americas,
Australasia, Europe and Middle East. Manage, negotiate and implement the bilateral Agreements with South-South and North-South regions. Manage,
negotiate and implement Multilateral agreements relating to agriculture.
Support the participation of the department in at the World Trade Organisation and Official Development Assistance Programme, as well as implementation
of global norms and standards by International Organisations.
ENQUIRIES : Ms K Komape Tel No: (012) 319 7331
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
DITPrecruit58@nda.gov.za
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.