| Government Entity | Mpumalanga - Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | DARDLEA/2026/08/77 |
| Salary | R 280 278.00 per annum |
| Centre / Location | Thulamahashe |
| Closing Date | September 11, 2026 |
| Source and Application | erecruitment.mpg.gov.za |
Reference Number: DARDLEA/2026/08/77
Department: Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA)
Job Type: Permanent
Directorate: Animal Health Services
Chief Directorate: Veterinary Services
Programme: Veterinary Services
Salary Level: 6
Remuneration: R 280 278.00 per annum
Location: Thulamahashe
Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026
Job Description
Knowledge of the relevant legislation, policies
prescripts and procedures. Knowledge of Batho Pele principles and the public
servant’s code of conduct. High level of reliability and confidentiality.
Language skills and ability to communicate well with people at different levels
and different backgrounds. Good interpersonal skills. Computer literacy in MS
Office Package (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) and internet proficiency. Planning
and organising. Analytical;
Database Management; Report writing; Interpersonal skills; Problem solving. Ability to
work independently and as part of a team. Work under pressure and meet deadlines. A valid
driver’s license.
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a National Diploma/Undergraduate in
Administration and minimum 1-2 experience an added advantage.
Duties
Assist with human resource development matters.
Logistical duties and supervision of general workers. Provide administrative support
to the state veterinary office. Manage and maintain files, registers, records and databases. Capture and update animal-health information and statistics.
Prepare reports, correspondence,
minutes and other official documents. Assist with planning and coordinating veterinary
programmes and activities. Arrange and coordinate meetings, workshops and stakeholder
engagements. Assist with procurement
and financial administration, including requisitions, invoices and
expenditure records. Monitor and manage office
equipment, supplies and assets. Assist veterinary personnel with logistical arrangements for field
visits, inspections and animal-health campaigns. Communicate with farmers, livestock owners, veterinary staff
and other government officials. Maintain confidentiality and ensure that
government policies, procedures and
legislation are followed. Assist with data collection, monitoring and reporting on animal-health
activities. Provide support during animal-disease
control programmes and campaigns where required. Perform general
administrative duties and any other tasks delegated by the supervisor.
More Information
Only shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit certified documents. Foreign
qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South
African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Emailed applications will not be
considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two
pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements
and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted
candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a
date and time to be determine by the Department. The first two recommended
candidates for Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to competency
assessment. 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, behavioral
preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
Correspondence
will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will
be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement
within 3 months of appointment. Failure to comply with the above instructions
will result in your application being disqualified. Should you not be contacted
within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your
application to be unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be appointed
subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The Department
is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative
action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all
relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service.
ENQUIRIES: Mr. S. Mogakane
082 338 2476 or Ms. M Matsoalela 072 459 8078
Requirements
Grade 12 plus a National Diploma/Undergraduate in Administration and minimum 1-2 experience an added advantage.
Duties
Assist with human resource development matters. Logistical duties and supervision of general workers.Provide administrative support to the state veterinary office. Manage and maintain files, registers, records and databases. Capture and update animal-health information and statistics. Prepare reports, correspondence, minutes and other official documents. Assist with planning and coordinating veterinary programmes and activities. Arrange and coordinate meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagements. Assist with procurement and financial administration, including requisitions, invoices and expenditure records. Monitor and manage office equipment, supplies and assets. Assist veterinary personnel with logistical arrangements for field visits, inspections and animal-health campaigns. Communicate with farmers, livestock owners, veterinary staff and other government officials. Maintain confidentiality and ensure that government policies, procedures and legislation are followed. Assist with data collection, monitoring and reporting on animal-health activities. Provide support during animal-disease control programmes and campaigns where required. Perform general administrative duties and any other tasks delegated by the supervisor.
Source / Circular Reference
erecruitment.mpg.gov.za