JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA)
🌾 Join the Department of Agriculture in 2026!
Exciting Government Career Opportunities – Apply by 13 March 2026
Are you ready to grow your career and contribute to South Africa’s agricultural future? The Department of Agriculture is recruiting motivated, skilled, and aspiring professionals for multiple vacancies in Gauteng and the Western Cape.
Whether you are an experienced scientist, an administrative professional, or a recent school leaver looking for your first government job, there is an opportunity for you!
⏰ Closing Date: 13 March 2026 at 16:00 – don’t miss out!
🔬 High-Level Scientific Positions
Earn R761 157 per year and make a national impact:
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Scientist Production Grade A – Inspection & Quarantine (Stellenbosch)
Protect South Africa’s agriculture by developing pest detection systems and quarantine procedures. Two posts available. -
Scientist Production Grade A – Plant Production (Pretoria)
Play a key role in seed testing, research, and laboratory innovation.
Ideal for qualified scientists with SACNASP registration and research experience.
🚜 Compliance & Regulatory Role
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Control Agricultural Legislation Inspector (Stellenbosch)
Salary: R468 459 per year
Help enforce agricultural laws, conduct inspections, and protect the industry from illegal products.
📑 Administrative & Management Opportunities
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Senior Agriculture Registration Officer (Pretoria)
Salary: R397 116 per year
Be part of the regulatory process by managing agricultural registrations and supervising staff. -
Personal Assistant – Legal Services (Pretoria)
Salary: R325 101 per year
Support senior legal management with professional administrative expertise.
🌱 Entry-Level Opportunities – No Experience Required
Start your government career today:
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General Technical Assistant (Roodeplaat, Pretoria)
Salary: R269 499 per year
Perfect for matriculants with Life Sciences who want hands-on laboratory experience. -
Administration Clerk (Pretoria)
Salary: R228 321 per year
A great entry point into public service for organised and computer-literate candidates.
📬 How to Apply
Submit the following before the closing date:
✔ Completed Z83 application form
✔ Detailed CV (PDF format)
📍 Submit by email (as indicated per post) or hand deliver to:
20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria
⭐ Why Apply?
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Competitive government salaries
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Career growth and skills development
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Opportunities for both graduates and experienced professionals
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Commitment to employment equity and fairness
📌 Note:
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Apply separately for each position
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Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Background checks may apply
🌟 Take the next step in your career with the Department of Agriculture – apply before 13 March 2026!
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