(DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENPDARD) JOBS
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DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT (PDARD)
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Free State Province: Applications should be emailed to recruitment@dard.gov.za, marked for the attention of Ms S Hlekiso, or delivered in person to the Administration Building, first floor, Room 228, Glen College of Agriculture, Glen, for the attention of Ms S Hlekiso.
Gauteng Province: Applications may be submitted online through http://professinaljobcentre.gov.za or delivered by hand to the ground floor, main entrance, 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House, Johannesburg.
KwaZulu-Natal Province: Applications should be emailed to kznjobssouth@dard.gov.za or delivered by hand to one of the following offices: Cedara Office Reception (Head Office), 01 Cedara Road, Pietermaritzburg; South Service Centre Offices, 4 Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton; or North Service Office, Lot 11634, corner of Verbena and Aloe Loop Street, Veld ‘n Vlei, Richards Bay.
Mpumalanga Province: Applications must indicate the relevant reference number and may be submitted by hand, post or email to the appropriate office.
Head Office: Address applications to the Director: Human Resource Management and Development, Samora Machel Building, Private Bag X11219, Riverside Park, Mbombela, 1200, or email dardlearecruitment-ho@mpg.gov.za.
Ehlanzeni District Office: Address applications to the District Director, Block 4, Aqua Street, PO Box 266, Riverside Park, Mbombela, 1200, or email dardlearecruitmentehls@mpg.gov.za.
Bohlabela District Office: Address applications to the District Director, 101 Main Road, Private Bag X1321, Thulamahashe, 1365, or email dardlearecruitmentehln@mpg.gov.za.
Gert Sibande District Office: Address applications to the District Director, 44 Church Street, Private Bag X9071, Ermelo, 2350, or email dardlearecruitment-gs@mpg.gov.za.
Nkangala District Office: Address applications to the District Director, Ebhudlweni Building, Government Complex, Private Bag X4017, KwaMhlanga, 1022, or email dardlearecruitment-nka@mpg.gov.za.
Northern Cape Province: Applications may be emailed to blommiejacobs@ncpg.gov.za or tpika@ncpg.gov.za. Alternatively, applications can be posted to Private Bag X5018, Kimberley, 8301, or delivered by hand to 162 George Street, Kimberley, 8301.
North-West Province: Applications should be emailed to Dardrecruitment-HO@nwpg.gov.za, for the attention of Ms Keneilwe Modiegi, or delivered by hand to the Director: Human Resource Management, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ngaka Modiri Molema District Office, Training Centre Building, corner of Onkgopotse Tiro Road, Mmabatho.
Western Cape Province: Applicants applying to the Western Cape Department of Agriculture must use the online application system. Applications can be submitted through www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.
CLOSING DATE: 15 November 2026 at 16:00
APPLICATION GUIDELINES
Applicants must ensure that their applications reach the Department before the closing date. Late submissions will not be accepted. Submitting duplicate applications is discouraged. Applicants interested in more than one position must complete and submit a separate application for every post. Owing to the anticipated high volume of applications, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged.
Applicants who have not received communication from the Department within three months after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right to withdraw a recruitment process and advertise the position again in the future if a moratorium is introduced on appointments or if restructuring, reorganisation or any related process affects the posts.
Each application must contain a properly completed and signed new Z83 application form, available from any public service department or through the Department of Public Service and Administration website at https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/, together with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae. Documents must be submitted according to the relevant application procedure. Only the completed Z83 form and detailed CV should be included at the initial application stage.
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development accepts no responsibility for delays caused by server or system-related problems when applicants use the electronic recruitment platform.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to provide certified copies of their identity documents, Grade 12 certificates, highest relevant qualifications, proof of professional registration where applicable, and driver’s licences. These documents must be submitted to Human Resources on or before the interview date. Failure to provide the required documentation may lead to disqualification.
Applicants holding qualifications obtained outside South Africa must arrange for an evaluation by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Proof of the evaluation report must be provided when requested at the shortlisting stage.
All shortlisted applicants must complete two pre-entry assessments. These consist of a practical evaluation and an integrity assessment relating to ethical conduct. The selection panel will consider the results of both assessments alongside the interview when evaluating applicants’ technical competence, general capabilities and suitability for the position.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
PDARD is committed to equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. The Department seeks to improve workforce representation through its recruitment and appointment processes. It also reserves the right not to appoint a candidate to an advertised vacancy.
PROTECTION OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
In accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 4 of 2013 (POPIA), PDARD undertakes to handle applicants’ personal information confidentially and to use it for recruitment and selection purposes.
By submitting an application, candidates consent to the collection, processing, verification and storage of their personal information for recruitment-related activities. This may include sharing relevant information with third parties to verify qualifications, credit history, criminal records and other information required for the selection process.
The Department is committed to protecting applicants’ privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of their information throughout the recruitment process.
INTERVIEWS, SCREENING AND APPOINTMENT REQUIREMENTS
Shortlisted candidates must be available to attend assessments and interviews on the dates and at the times determined by the Department.
All shortlisted applicants will undergo personnel suitability screening. The preferred candidate will also be required to complete the necessary security vetting procedures. Reference checks may be conducted and may include reviewing shortlisted candidates’ social media profiles.
Applicants must disclose any pending criminal matters, disciplinary proceedings, allegations or investigations involving them. If relevant information is discovered during or after the interview process, the application may be rejected. If the individual has already been appointed, the appointment may be terminated.
The successful applicant will be expected to sign an employment contract and enter into a performance agreement with the Department.
All candidates must disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest, including membership of boards and any directorships with which they are associated.
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