Government EntityMpumalanga - Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs
    Reference NumberDARDLEA/2026/08/77
    SalaryR 280 278.00 per annum
    Centre / LocationThulamahashe
    Closing DateSeptember 11, 2026
    Source and Applicationerecruitment.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