Free State Department Of Agriculture, Rural Development And Environmental Affairs Vacancies 2026 | Deadline: August 7, 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Free State Department of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environmental Affairs is inviting applications for various vacancies. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the Department is committed to promoting representativity across race, gender, and disability.

Candidates whose appointment will enhance representativity are encouraged to apply and may receive preference. This opportunity provides a chance to contribute to the Free State province within a dynamic government department.

Minimum Requirements

• For appointments at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, candidates must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Details for this programme can be found at: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide certified copies of their Identity Document, qualifications, and service certificates (to support senior management experience, where applicable) to Human Resources before interviews.
• Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted by August 7, 2026.

To apply, submit a newly implemented Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) in PDF format, not exceeding 10 megabytes. Ensure you quote the reference number 15/2026 when submitting your application.

Choose one of the following application methods:

• By Email: Send your application to recruitment@dard.gov.za
• By Hand Delivery: Deliver to Mrs S Hlekiso, Room 228, 2nd Floor, Admin Building, Glen, Bloemfontein.
• By Post: Forward your application to Mrs S Hlekiso, Private Bag X02, Bloemfontein, 9301.

If applying for multiple posts, submit a separate application for each post. Please note that late applications will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not hear from the Department within 4 months, please consider your application unsuccessful.