Department of Agriculture Vacancies 2026 – Admin Clerk
Employer: Department of Agriculture (DOA)
Location: South Africa
Closing Date: 30 January 2026 at 16:00
The Department of Agriculture (DOA) has released a wide range of government job opportunities for January 2026, targeting professionals, graduates, and entry-level job seekers. These vacancies span science, ICT, administration, food safety, and regulatory services, offering stable employment, competitive salaries, and long-term career growth within the public sector.
Latest Department of Agriculture Jobs – January 2026
Scientist Production Grade A (X2 Posts)
- Directorate: Genetic Resources
- Centre: Pretoria (Head Office)
- Ref No: 3/3/1/30/2025
- Salary: R761,157 per annum (OSD)
Requirements & Duties:
- Honours Degree or MTech in Botany, Agronomy, Genetics, or Plant Biotechnology
- SACNASP registration required
- Research, plant variety evaluation, regulatory compliance, and scientific reporting
Enquiries: Mr SJ Ndlazi – (012) 319 6084 / 072 460 4582
Email Applications: SPrecruit302025@nda.agric.za
System Developer
- Directorate: ICT Service Management & Solution Development
- Centre: Pretoria (Head Office)
- Ref No: 3/3/1/23/2025
- Salary: R468,459 per annum (Level 09)
Requirements & Duties:
- Relevant IT qualification
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in software development
- Web technologies, databases, system maintenance, and application development
Enquiries: Mr S Mahlangu – (012) 319 6184
Email Applications: SDrecruit232025@nda.agric.za
Scientific Technician Production Grade B
- Directorate: Food Safety & Quality Assurance
- Centre: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
- Ref No: 3/3/1/24/2025
- Salary: R466,743 per annum (OSD)
Requirements & Duties:
- National Diploma or BSc in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry
- SACNASP registration
- Laboratory analysis, research support, and technical supervision
Enquiries: Ms X Tladi – (021) 809 1643
Email Applications: STPrecruit242025@nda.agric.za
Scientific Technician Production Grade A (X3 Posts)
- Directorate: Food Safety & Quality Assurance
- Centre: Stellenbosch, Western Cape
- Ref No: 3/3/1/25/2025
- Salary: R412,128 per annum (OSD)
Responsibilities:
- Scientific testing and analysis
- Equipment operation and data reporting
- Research participation
Enquiries: Dr A Seepe – (012) 319 6126
Email Applications: STPrecruit252025@nda.agric.za
Administration & Support Vacancies
Senior Administrative Officer : Reference Number: 3/3/1/24/2025
- Salary: R397,116 per annum (Level 08)
- Requirements: National Diploma in Public / Business Administration + 2 years’ experience
- Duties: Finance, budgeting, supply chain, and office management
Liquor Product Registration Clerk
- Salary: R269,499 per annum (Level 06)
- Requirements: Grade 12 + 1 year admin experience
- Duties: Liquor product registration, document verification, regulatory support
Chief Auxiliary Services Officer
- Salary: R269,499 per annum (Level 06)
- Requirements: Grade 12 with Biology
- Duties: Seed sample management, databases, storage control, stakeholder liaison
Administrative Clerk (Entry-Level)
- Salary: R228,321 per annum (Level 05)
- Requirements: Grade 12 (No experience required)
- Duties: Data capturing, filing, procurement support, clerical services
How to Apply – Department of Agriculture Jobs
Applicants must submit:
- Completed Z83 Application Form
- Detailed CV (PDF, max 10MB)
Applications must be emailed or hand-delivered as per each post’s instructions.
Apply separately for each vacancy using the correct reference number.
Shortlisted candidates will later be required to submit:
- Certified copies of qualifications
- ID document
- SAQA evaluation (where applicable)
Important Application Notes
- Closing Date: 30 January 2026 at 16:00
- Late or incomplete applications will not be considered
- Security vetting and reference checks apply
- Employment equity principles will be observed
- No response within 3 months = application unsuccessful
Why Work for the Department of Agriculture?
- Competitive government salaries
- Stable, long-term employment
- Career growth and skills development
- Opportunity to support national food security & agricultural development
