Assistant Director: Agriculture Operations
Department of Correctional Services
- Location
- National Head Office, Gauteng
- Salary
- R487 197 per year
- Job type
- Permanent
- Work setting
- On-site
- Sector
- Government & public service
- Closing date
- 09 Nov 2026
Posted 7 days ago
What you need
- Qualification
- Degree
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Driver's licence
- Code 8 (EB)
- Agriculture operations role at DCS National Head Office, Pretoria
- 4-year degree (NQF 7) in agriculture or a related field
- At least 3 years in agriculture
- Valid driver's licence
- R487 197 a year
How to apply
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How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Official advert: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, post 38/60, ref HO 2026/11/58. Government applications usually need the new Z83 form and a detailed CV.
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Directorate: Production Workshop and Agriculture
Requirements:
An appropriate recognised 4-year qualification (NQF Level 7) in Agriculture, Agricultural Management, Agricultural Extension, Animal Science, Crop Production, Agronomy or a related agricultural field. A minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience in the agricultural environment. Knowledge of agricultural extension methodologies and advisory services. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of project planning and management. knowledge of agricultural production systems, resource management, and sustainable farming practices. Knowledge of policy development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of Public Service legislation, policies and prescripts, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act, and departmental policies. Planning and organization. Reporting procedures. Administration procedures relating to the specific work environment including norms and standards. Interpersonal relationship. Problem solving. Project management. Financial management. Analytical thinking. Verbal exchange of information. Written communication for notes, memos, letters and reports. Supervisory and management, advanced communication and presentation skills.
Duties:
Provide scientific and technical agricultural advice to support departmental agricultural programmes and initiatives. Monitor and evaluate agricultural operations and production performance across correctional centres against approved targets. Coordinate agricultural production programmes aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and offender rehabilitation. Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets.
Notes:
Appointment under the Public Service Act.
Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Reference number: HO 2026/11/58