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NOTE : 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. Shortlisted
applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry
assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of
which form part of the selection criteria after the interview, the selection
committee will recommend candidates for a generic management competency
assessment, as per the Department of public Service and Administration
(DPSA) directives. The assessment will evaluate candidates’ managerial
competencies using standardised tools.
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: Please note that all vacancies advertised by the Department of
Agriculture in the Public Service Vacancy Circular number 11 of 2026 with the
closing date of 14 April 2025, the correct closing date is 14 April 202
POST 12/12 : AUXILIARY SERVICES OFFICER: RESEARCH
REF NO: 3/3/1/15/2026
Directorate: Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute (GADI)
SALARY : R228 321 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Middelburg (Eastern Cape)
REQUIREMENTS :
Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 10 or equivalent. No previous
experience required. Job-related skills: Computer skills and research skills.
The ability to work proactively and under pressure. Ability to work efficiently
and effectively at all times. Be willing to work extended working hours.
Willingness to travel. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES :
Perform research specific (according to project plan) activities in respect of
research subjects (animals/plants): Taking, processing, packaging of samples.
Drying of samples. Determine moisture loss in samples. Safekeeping of
research equipment.
Preparation of research equipment /facilities. Record data (quality, weight, size, quality etc. Perform general maintenance activities in respect of research subjects (animals/plants): Planting, Soil cultivation and preparation e.g. cleaning, houghing, etc. Irrigation of crops. Apply chemical crop protection e.g. operate a knapsack. Reaping, grading, weighing, packing and storage of farm produce.
Daily tending of crops/orchards/vineyards e.g. Pruning, weeding etc. Watering of livestock. Care for sick livestock. Dipping, vaccination & closing. Assist with calving, lambing, hatching etc. Count livestock. Shepherding, moving, weighing of live stock. Slaughtering, culling.
Weighing, milling, mixing of feeds. Feeding. Milking. Cleaning of facilities.
Disposal of farm waste material. Provide water supply for livestock and farm
buildings. Care for equipment e.g. cleaning, oiling, sharpening etc. Firefighting
and prevention. Opening of springs, troughs and unblocking of drains. Loading
/off-loading. Assist lecturers and students with practical work and work
integrated learning:
Prepare practical material. Provide hands-on
demonstrations to students. Transporting of students to practical sites. Care for
student plants/crop/animals during students’ holidays. Perform administrative
tasks: Updating of registers. Daily record keeping. Keep time sheets on work
performed by casuals.
ENQUIRIES : Dr Willem Olivier Tel: (049) 802 6620
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, ARCADIA, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
ASORrecruit15@nda.gov.za.
NOTE : EE Target: African Males, African Females, White Males and Persons with disability.
CLOSING DATE : 24 April 2026 at 16:00