JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (DOA)

🚨 New Government Job Opportunity – Marketing Officer (Department of Agriculture)

The Department of Agriculture is currently hiring a Marketing Officer in Pretoria, Gauteng, and applications are open until 27 March 2026.

If you have a background in Agricultural Economics and want to help grow South Africa’s agricultural markets while working with international trade agreements, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

This role offers a stable government career, valuable experience in agricultural trade, and the chance to support farmers and agribusinesses in accessing local and international markets.

📌 Job Details

• Position: Marketing Officer

• Reference Number: 3/3/1/65/2025

• Location: Pretoria, Gauteng

• Salary: R397,116 per year (Salary Level 08)

• Application Deadline: 27 March 2026 (16:00)

🎓 Minimum Requirements

To apply, you must have:

• Grade 12 (Matric)

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Economics (NQF Level 7)

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in an agricultural economics environment

• A valid driver’s license

🧠 Skills That Will Help You Succeed

The department is looking for candidates with knowledge of:

• Agricultural marketing and legislation

• International trade agreements

• Import and export procedures

• Food safety standards

• Customs and Excise regulations

• B-BBEE Act and Agri-BEE Sector Codes

Strong communication, planning, reporting, and analytical skills will also give you an advantage.

💼 What You’ll Be Doing

As a Marketing Officer, you’ll play an important role in helping South Africa’s agricultural sector grow.

Your duties will include:

✔ Investigating market opportunities for agricultural products
✔ Helping historically disadvantaged producers access markets
✔ Supporting compliance with food safety standards
✔ Managing import and export quotas under international agreements
✔ Issuing and monitoring rebate permits
✔ Encouraging SME participation in agricultural programmes
✔ Preparing reports and supporting administrative processes

📥 How to Apply

To apply, submit the following documents:

• A completed Z83 form

• A detailed CV (PDF format, maximum 10MB)

Send your application via:

📧 Email:
Morecruit652025@nda.agric.za

📍 Or Hand Deliver To:
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia
Pretoria, 0002

⚠️ Important: Late applications will not be accepted, so submit your application early.

⚠️ Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• The recruitment process may include assessments and background checks.

• If you don’t receive feedback within three months, consider your application unsuccessful.

The Department of Agriculture encourages applications from qualified candidates, especially African males and persons with disabilities, in line with employment equity goals.

🌱 Why This Job Matters

This position allows you to work at the centre of South Africa’s agricultural development, helping farmers and businesses access markets while supporting economic growth in the sector.

📅 Don’t miss out — apply before 27 March 2026.