Agriculture Supply Chain Practitioner: Asset Management Vacancy 2026 at National Department of Agriculture

Opportunity Overview

The Department of Agriculture is inviting applications for the position of Supply Chain Practitioner specialising in Asset Management. This opportunity is based in Pretoria, Gauteng.

The role offers a salary of R338,106 per annum (Level 07). Successful candidates will play a crucial part in ensuring the effective management and compliance of the department's assets, contributing to efficient public service delivery.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants for this position must meet the following criteria:

• A Grade 12 Certificate.
• A National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Logistic Management, Supply Chain Management, or Public Management.
• 1 year of proven experience working in Asset Management.
• A valid driver’s license.

Job Related Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management and Government Asset Policy.
• Familiarity with BAS systems.
• Knowledge of LOGIS (Asset Register).

Job Related Skills:

• Communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Supervisory skills.
• Good interpersonal relations skills.
• Time management skills.
• Organising and office administration skills.
• Computer Literacy.
• Report writing skills.
• Ability to work in a team and under pressure.
• Record keeping skills.
• People management skills.
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Customer focus skills.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Ensuring the effective management of departmental assets.
• Conducting training in asset management practices.
• Providing support to client offices regarding asset-related matters.
• Ensuring compliance with Departmental asset management policies and procedures.
• Maintaining the departmental asset register accurately.
• Compiling and updating the asset register within the Department.
• Ensuring all assets are barcoded for identification.
• Capturing newly acquired assets according to set standards.
• Ensuring proper recording and processing of asset movements.
• Retiring assets from the asset register due to disposals, thefts, or losses.
• Reconciling the asset register with the BAS system on a monthly basis.
• Maintaining an effective filing system for all asset management records.
• Performing regular asset verification and spot checks.
• Verifying departmental assets annually and conducting quarterly spot checks.
• Reconciling assets on the floor with the asset register based on the verification plan.
• Identifying obsolete and redundant assets for disposal as per standards.
• Recommending redundant assets for disposal.
• Maintaining the barcoded asset register.
• Ensuring all procured assets are barcoded for identification.
• Maintaining a proper barcode register.
• Administering the departmental asset register.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by the closing date of 24 August 2026.

You can apply in one of two ways:

• By Email: Send your application to SCPAMrecruit71@nda.gov.za.
• By Hand Delivery: Deliver your application during office hours to:

20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002

Please note: The Employment Equity (EE) target for this position includes African Male and Female, White Male, and Persons with disability.