GISc PROFESSIONAL (PRODUCTION) GRADE A

Reference Number: Ref No DoA/11/07/2026

Department: Rural Development and Agrarian Reform

Job Type: Permanent

Directorate: Information Dissemination and Technology Transfer

Chief Directorate: Research, Technology Development and Transfer

Programme: Agriculture Regulatory and Technical Services

Salary Level: OSD

Remuneration: : R791 604 per annum (OSD)

Location: Amathole District (EL)

Closing Date: Friday, July 31, 2026

Job Description

Programme
and project management. GISc, legal and operational compliance. GISc
Implementation. Standards development. Policy formulation. GISc operational
communication. Process knowledge and skills. Maintenance skills and knowledge.
Mobile equipment operating skills. Systems skills. Spatial modelling design and
analysis knowledge. Research and development. 
GISc applications. Creating high performance culture. Technical
consulting. Professional judgment. 
Accountability. Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
Geo-database design, programming/scripting, web mapping services. Spatial
analysis, modelling, remote sensing, and data visualization. Generic Competencies:
Strategic management and direction. Problem-solving and analysis. Decision making.  Team leadership. Analytical skills.
Creativity. Self-management. Financial management. Customer focus and
responsiveness. Communication and listening skills. Computer skills. Delegation
and development of others. Planning, organising and execution. Ability to
manage conflict. Language proficiency. Knowledge management. Negotiation
skills. Change management. Training ability. Knowledge of relevant legislation
(e.g., Geomatics Profession Act). Valid driver’s license.

Requirements

4-year qualification in GISc (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA. Three
(3) years 4-year qualification in GISc (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA. Three
(3) years post-qualification GISc professional experience. Valid compulsory registration with the South African Council for
Professional and Technical Surveyors (PLATO) as a GISc
Professional.-qualification GISc professional experience. Valid compulsory registration with the South African Council for
Professional and Technical Surveyors (PLATO) as a GISc
Professional.

Duties

Plan, develop, coordinate, and execute GISc projects and
activities aligned with the department’s strategic objectives. Perform advanced
spatial analysis, spatial modelling, and geo-statistical analysis to identify
patterns, trends, and support decision-making. Design, develop, and maintain
geospatial databases, geodatabases, and digital libraries, including metadata
management and ensuring data quality. Facilitate data collection, capture,
integration, and conversion from various sources and formats. Produce maps,
visualizations, and reports — including custom mapping, web-based GIS services,
and data products for stakeholders. Develop and implement GIS standards,
policies, interoperability, and best practices. Provide GIS support and
training to end-users, including developing training manuals and promoting
knowledge sharing. Research and innovate — develop new methods/technologies for
spatial problems, evaluate new GIS tools, and conduct cost-benefit analyses.
Ensure compliance with legal, operational, and data governance requirements
(e.g., spatial data standards, protection of information). Project management —
including stakeholder management, documentation of processes, and supporting
audits or system requirements. 
Collaborate across teams to integrate GIS into broader systems. Common
focus areas from surveys of the South African GISc community: Data
analysis/interpretation, data acquisition, data management, and
visualization/mapping.

More Information

The EE Target for this position is Youth, Females and People with Disabilities.