JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA)
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SUMMARY OF JOB POSTS LISTED
Department of Agriculture is Hiring – Apply Before 22 June 2026
The Department of Agriculture (DOA) has announced a new employment opportunity for qualified candidates seeking a career in public service. Applications are now open for the position of Human Resource Clerk (Supervisor) at the Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute in Middelburg, Eastern Cape.
This opportunity is ideal for individuals with experience in human resource administration who are looking to advance their careers within the government sector.
Position Details
Job Title: Human Resource Clerk (Supervisor)
Reference Number: 3/3/1/39/2026
Directorate: Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute
Location: Middelburg, Eastern Cape
Salary: R338,106 per annum (Salary Level 07)
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric) certificate.
- At least three years of experience in a Human Resource environment.
- Knowledge of Public Service legislative frameworks and HR administration processes.
- Understanding of registry duties, data capturing, storage and retrieval procedures.
- Ability to operate computer systems effectively.
Required Skills
Successful candidates should possess:
- Planning and organisational skills.
- Good verbal and written communication abilities.
- Computer literacy.
- Interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility and attention to detail.
- Basic numerical skills.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising and managing various human resource administration functions, including:
Human Resource Provisioning
- Recruitment and selection processes.
- Appointments and transfers.
- Verification of qualifications.
- Providing secretariat support during interviews.
- Managing probation periods and staff absorptions.
Employee Benefits and Conditions of Service
- Leave administration.
- Housing and medical benefits.
- Injury on duty claims.
- Long service recognition.
- Overtime administration.
- Relocation benefits.
- Pension-related matters.
- Various employee allowances.
Human Resource Administration
- Processing and recommending transactions on the PERSAL system.
- Supporting performance management processes.
- Preparing HR reports and statistical information.
- Responding to HR-related enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
Staff Supervision
- Allocating work and monitoring quality standards.
- Supporting employee development initiatives.
- Conducting performance assessments.
- Applying disciplinary measures where necessary.
Employment Equity
The Department of Agriculture has indicated that preference will be given to:
- African Females
- Persons with Disabilities
This forms part of the department’s commitment to employment equity and representivity in the public service.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted through either of the following methods:
Email Applications
Send applications to:
Hand Delivery
Submit applications during office hours to:
Agriculture Place
20 Steve Biko Street
Arcadia, Pretoria
0002
Documents Required
Applicants must submit:
- A completed Z83 Application Form.
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Documents should be submitted as a PDF file not exceeding 10MB when applying via email.
Shortlisted candidates will later be required to provide certified copies of qualifications, identity documents and other supporting documents.
Important Dates
Closing Date: 22 June 2026 at 16:00
Late applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid technical difficulties.
Additional Information
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Successful applicants will undergo suitability assessments, reference checks, security vetting and other verification processes as required by the Department of Agriculture.
Candidates who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For further information regarding the position, applicants may contact:
Mr Themba Cebani
Telephone: (049) 802 6605
This vacancy presents an excellent opportunity for experienced HR professionals seeking stable employment and career growth within the South African public service sector.
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