AGRICULTURAL ADVISOR (8 Posts)

    Jul 19, 2026

    Government EntityEastern Cape - Rural Development and Agrarian Reform
    Reference NumberDoA/19/07/2026
    SalaryR413 001 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits
    Centre / LocationAMATHOLE: KwaMaqoma (1); Elliotdale (2); Zwelitsha (1); Balfour (1); Centane (2); Ngqamakhwe (1)
    Closing DateJuly 31, 2026
    Source and Applicationerecruitment.ecotp.gov.za

    Reference Number: DoA/19/07/2026

    Department: Rural Development and Agrarian Reform

    Job Type: Contract

    Directorate: Extension and Advisory Services

    Chief Directorate: Agricultural Producer Support and Development

    Programme: Agricultural Integrated Services

    Salary Level: 8

    Remuneration: R413 001 per annum plus 37% in lieu of benefits

    Location: AMATHOLE: KwaMaqoma (1); Elliotdale (2); Zwelitsha (1); Balfour (1); Centane (2); Ngqamakhwe (1)

    Closing Date: Friday, July 31, 2026

    Job Description

    Self-Management, people management, change management, conflict management, customer focus and responsiveness, planning and organizing, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. 

    Requirements

    NQF Level 8 qualification in Agriculture as recognized by SAQA. Valid compulsory registration with SACNASP. Computer literate. Valid driving license. 

    Duties

    Performs an operational technical role for the Department related to Agriculture Development. Give practical advice to farmers. Coordination of agricultural activities. Transfer of farming skills by focusing on individual households, farms, feedlots and abattoirs. Undertake newly assigned activities under the guidance of senior staff members. Network with key players in the industry such as suppliers, government entities, NGO’s and research, commodity organizations, and institutions of higher learning, towards supporting farmers. Responsible for providing reports of their work to supervisors, whether weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually as required. Keep abreast of applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective Extension Service. 

    More Information

    The post is a 3-years fixed term contract.

    ENQUIRIES: Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066,
    For e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: [email protected]

    Requirements

    NQF Level 8 qualification in Agriculture as recognized by SAQA. Valid compulsory registration with SACNASP. Computer literate. Valid driving license.

    Duties

    Performs an operational technical role for the Department related to Agriculture Development. Give practical advice to farmers. Coordination of agricultural activities. Transfer of farming skills by focusing on individual households, farms, feedlots and abattoirs. Undertake newly assigned activities under the guidance of senior staff members. Network with key players in the industry such as suppliers, government entities, NGO’s and research, commodity organizations, and institutions of higher learning, towards supporting farmers. Responsible for providing reports of their work to supervisors, whether weekly, monthly, quarterly and annually as required. Keep abreast of applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments to be able to render an efficient and effective Extension Service.

    Source / Circular Reference

    erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za

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