Agriculture Deputy Director: Administration Support Vacancy 2026 at National Department of Agriculture

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Agriculture in Gauteng (Pretoria) is seeking a dedicated individual for the role of Deputy Director: Administration Support. This position falls within the Stakeholder and Intergovernmental Relations Directorate.

This is an opportunity for an experienced professional to manage critical financial, administrative, and procurement functions within a government department. The role commands an all-inclusive remuneration package of R932 292 per annum.

Minimum Requirements

• A Grade 12 Certificate.
• A National Diploma in Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration, or Business Management.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience at a junior management level within an administration environment.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes.
• Understanding of government systems and structures.
• Familiarity with Public Service Regulations, Treasury Regulations, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
• Knowledge of the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
• Proficiency in Departmental transversal systems such as Basic Accounting System (BAS), Personnel and Salary Administration (PERSAL), and Logistical Information System (LOGIS).
• Knowledge of The Constitution, Good Governance, and Batho-Pele principles.
• Possession of planning and organising skills.
• Demonstrated analytical, document management, office management, and financial management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, computer, resource planning, problem-solving, decision-making, time management, and communication skills.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel and/or work irregular hours.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the coordination of financial management services, including ensuring sufficient budget, certifying invoices, compiling budget inputs, and adhering to Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) processes.
• Take precautions against unauthorised, wasted, or fruitless irregular expenditure.
• Manage administration support services, including coordinating the development/review of operational/strategic plans, overseeing logistical arrangements, and managing office accommodation and registry services.
• Compile reports and attend to queries from Internal Audit.
• Provide secretariat support services, including drafting and signing off minutes.
• Manage the procurement of goods and services, including compiling Demand Management Plans and facilitating Supply Chain Management (SCM) services.
• Facilitate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on SCM related matters.
• Manage the safekeeping, utilisation, and maintenance of all assets.
• Ensure proper administration of sourcing and evaluation of quotations.
• Handle queries from internal and external clients relating to supply chain matters.
• Manage compliance with regards to the implementation, interpretation, and application of administration policies.

How to Apply

• Submit your application via email.
• Send your application to: DDASrecruit66@nda.gov.za
• Ensure that you include the reference number 3/3/1/66/2026 in the subject line of your email.
• The closing date for applications is 24 August 2026.