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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 2026.
POST 12/14 : LABORATORY ASSISTANT
REF NO: 3/3/1/12/2026
Chief Directorate: Inspection and Quarantine Services
SALARY : R193 359 per annum (Level 04)
CENTRE : Western Cape: Stellenbosch
REQUIREMENTS :
Possession of Grade 12 certificate. No experience is needed. Job Related
Knowledge: Public Service and Departmental prescripts/policies. Occupational
Health and Safety Act. Computer literate in MS Office software. Public
Regulations. Cultural diversity. Job Related Skills: Good interpersonal skills,
Ability to communicate well with people at different levels, Planning and
organizing skills, A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES :
Prepare samples and resources for the detection of plant pathogens (bacteria,
fungi, nematodes, viruses, etc.) including processing and labelling samples;
collecting / taking samples for preparation (i.e. plant parts, water, soil, tissue);
preparation of sample material by e.g. weighing, cutting, grinding, etc.;
preparation of media, stains, buffers and reagents; storage of samples; packing
and/or transporting of samples; assist in decontamination and disposal of used
samples; removal of waste as prescribed. Perform routine analysis on
diagnostic samples under supervision of senior personnel. Propagation of
seeds and plants.
Maintenance of plants. Perform basic maintenance on
selected equipment, instrumentation and facilities. Report all faulty equipment.
Maintain tidiness of laboratories, clean/sterilize glassware, wash lab coats and
clean equipment.
Monitor temperature of allocated facilities/equipment.
Perform administrative and related functions including record-keeping and
updating of identified registers and databases, inventory control.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Melanie Arendse Tel: (021) 809 1605
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, ARCADIA, Pretoria, 0002 or by email
LArecruit12@nda.gov.za.
NOTE : EE Target: African Males and Females and Persons with disability.
CLOSING DATE : 24 April 2026 at 16:00