Department of Agriculture Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026: Application Guide & Requirements

Closing date stated in the supplied notice: 23 October 2026 at 16:00
Location: Gauteng (Pretoria), South Africa
Vacancies covered: Four posts
Source status: Details below were extracted from a supplied Department of Agriculture vacancy PDF. Applicants should confirm the notice and application details through an official government source before sending personal information.

Department of Agriculture Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026

Introduction

The Department of Agriculture vacancy notice reviewed for this guide lists four positions in Pretoria, Gauteng: ICT Specialist (Business Analyst), Land Administrative Officer, Senior Administrative Officer: Governance, and Administrative Officer: Losses & Claims. The posts differ in their required qualifications, work experience, salary levels and application email addresses.

A useful way to assess these opportunities is to compare the actual requirements before preparing an application. A candidate with a qualification in Information Technology, for example, should not assume that it meets the requirements for a land administration position simply because both jobs are advertised by the same department.

This guide organises the information from the supplied vacancy extract into a practical reference. It explains the minimum requirements, identifies the application details stated in the document, and provides checks to help candidates avoid preventable mistakes.

Important: The source document reviewed here has not been independently authenticated as the current official advertisement. Confirm the complete notice, reference number, closing date and application channel with the Department of Agriculture before applying. This article is an independent information guide, not an official government recruitment notice.

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Key takeaways

• The supplied notice lists four vacancies, all based in Gauteng (Pretoria).
• The stated closing date is 23 October 2026 at 16:00.
• The listed annual salaries range from R338,107 to R932,292, depending on the post and salary level.
• Applicants are instructed to submit a completed Z83 form and a detailed CV in PDF format, with the CV PDF limited to 10 MB.
• Each post has its own application email address and reference number.
• Candidates applying for more than one position must submit a separate application for each post.
• The notice says late applications will not be considered and that server delays are not the department’s responsibility.
• The exact notice and contact details should be verified before an application is sent.

Table of contents

1. Overview of the four vacancies
2. Post 36/01: ICT Specialist (Business Analyst)
3. Post 36/02: Land Administrative Officer
4. Post 36/03: Senior Administrative Officer: Governance
5. Post 36/04: Administrative Officer: Losses & Claims
6. General application requirements
7. How to choose the right vacancy
8. Step-by-step application checklist
9. Common application mistakes
10. What happens after applying
11. How this guide was prepared
12. Verification and disclaimer
13. Frequently asked questions

1. Overview of the four vacancies

The following table summarises the information in the supplied PDF extract. It is designed to help candidates compare the posts before reading the full requirements.

Post and reference	Minimum qualification stated	Minimum experience stated	Annual salary stated
ICT Specialist (Business Analyst) — 3/3/1/85/2026	Grade 12 and National Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology, NQF Level 6	3 years’ supervisory experience in business case and business requirement specification development	R932,292
Land Administrative Officer — 3/3/1/91/2026	National Diploma in Agriculture, NQF Level 6	2 years’ relevant experience in Land or Land Reform Administration	R413,001
Senior Administrative Officer: Governance — 3/3/1/92/2026	Grade 12 and a listed National Diploma in administration, management, accounting, finance or internal auditing	2 years’ experience in a finance and governance administrative environment	R413,001
Administrative Officer: Losses & Claims — 3/3/1/93/2026	Grade 12 and a listed National Diploma in administration, management, public finance, accounting or financial management	1 year of experience in losses and claims administration	R338,107

All four positions list Gauteng (Pretoria) as the centre.

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The salaries shown are the amounts stated in the supplied notice. They should not be interpreted as a guarantee of take-home pay. The ICT Specialist post is described as an all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured according to the rules for Middle Management Service (MMS).

2. Post 36/01: ICT Specialist (Business Analyst)

Reference number: 3/3/1/85/2026
Directorate: ICT Solution Development
Salary: R932,292 per annum, Level 11, all-inclusive MMS package
Centre: Gauteng (Pretoria)
Application email in the supplied notice: ICTSrecruit85@nda.gov.za
Enquiries listed: Ms T Sehoole, 012 319 6527

Minimum qualifications and experience

The notice states that applicants must have:

• A Grade 12 certificate.
• A National Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology at NQF Level 6.
• At least three years of supervisory experience in business case and business requirement specification (BRS) development.

The extract also lists knowledge of Business Process Re-engineering, including Six Sigma; business systems analysis; business process modelling; functional design and user requirement specifications; business case development; basic finance and accounting; the software development life cycle; and business process management tools such as Case Wise or ARIS.

Listed skills include computer literacy, communication, presentation, organisation, teamwork, facilitation, planning and project management. A valid driver’s licence is also listed.

Main responsibilities

The duties described in the extract include coordinating and managing the analysis of business needs and user requirements for ICT programmes or projects. The role also involves preparing for requirements elicitation, conducting joint application development (JAD) sessions, documenting and confirming requirements, obtaining formal sign-off, mapping existing business processes and systems, and conducting gap analysis.

Other duties listed include business case development, stakeholder analysis, reviewing solution options, assessing organisational readiness, evaluating the existing ICT environment and preparing or reviewing master systems and ICT plans.

Who should consider this post?

This vacancy is most relevant to candidates whose qualifications and documented work history align with ICT business analysis and supervisory-level requirements. A general IT qualification alone may not establish eligibility: the stated three years of supervisory experience in business case and BRS development is a separate requirement.

Practical check: Before applying, compare your employment records and CV against the exact experience requested. If your experience is mainly technical support, programming or general administration, do not assume that it automatically qualifies as supervisory business case and BRS development experience.

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Application details to verify

• Email stated in the supplied extract: ICTSrecruit85@nda.gov.za
• Enquiries stated in the extract: 012 319 6527
• Employment equity target stated in the extract: Coloured Male, African Female, Indian Female and persons with disabilities.

Verify these details against the official advertisement before sending an application.

3. Post 36/02: Land Administrative Officer

Reference number: 3/3/1/91/2026
Directorate: Small-Holder Farmers Production
Salary: R413,001 per annum, Level 08
Centre: Gauteng (Pretoria)
Application email in the supplied notice: LAOrecruit91@nda.gov.za
Enquiries listed: Mr R Tuckeldoe, 012 319 8496

Minimum qualifications and experience

The notice states that applicants must have:

• A National Diploma in Agriculture at NQF Level 6.
• At least two years of relevant experience in Land or Land Reform Administration.

The listed job-related knowledge includes computer literacy, analytical skills, the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), planning and organising, and project management.

The notice also identifies facilitation, initiative, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, interpretation of findings and report writing as relevant skills. It lists a driver’s licence and the ability to work extended hours among the requirements.

Main responsibilities

The role includes facilitating the disposal of agricultural state land, including identifying repossessed farms, arranging caretakers, facilitating farm evaluations, advertising farms and assisting with the appointment of successful candidates and preparation of lease agreements.

Other duties involve supporting farm infrastructure and maintenance, inspecting farms, identifying infrastructure needs, addressing issues such as poisonous plants and firebreaks, and assisting with dam rehabilitation.

The notice also lists responding to state-land queries, providing land-management advice, facilitating rental collection, following up on unpaid amounts, liaising with finance on payment verification, referring non-paying lessees to legal services where necessary, and maintaining land databases.

Who should consider this post?

Candidates with the stated agricultural qualification and relevant land or land reform administration experience should review this vacancy carefully. Experience in general office administration may not be equivalent to the specific land administration experience requested.

Practical check: Identify examples from your actual work history that relate to land administration, state-land queries, lease records, farm inspections, rental administration or similar duties. Use only experience you can accurately explain and substantiate.

Application details to verify

• Email stated in the supplied extract: LAOrecruit91@nda.gov.za
• Enquiries stated in the extract: 012 319 8496
• Employment equity target stated in the extract: Whites, Coloured Females and persons with disabilities.

Verify the target wording and all application details in the official notice before applying.

4. Post 36/03: Senior Administrative Officer — Governance

Reference number: 3/3/1/92/2026
Directorate: Demand and Acquisition Management
Salary: R413,001 per annum, Level 08
Centre: Gauteng (Pretoria)
Application email in the supplied notice: SAOGrecruit92@nda.gov.za
Enquiries listed: Ms Kholofelo Mathye, 012 312 9367

Minimum qualifications and experience

The notice states that applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma in one of the following fields:

• Public Administration
• Public Management
• Business Administration
• Business Management
• Financial Accounting
• Cost Accounting
• Financial Management
• Internal Auditing

Applicants must also have at least two years’ experience in a finance and governance administrative environment.

The listed job-related knowledge includes Public Service Regulations, financial procedures, Treasury Regulations and the Basic Accounting System (BAS). Listed skills include computer literacy, interpersonal communication, organisation, planning, written and verbal communication, analysis, problem-solving, financial management and report writing.

Main responsibilities

The duties listed in the extract include conducting pre-payment and post-payment compliance reviews, communicating queries where discrepancies are identified, and maintaining registers for complainant and non-compliant payment batches.

The post also involves coordinating information requests and audit queries, maintaining audit registers, following up on outstanding information, attending Audit Steering Committee meetings, responding to Internal Audit queries and preparing monthly and quarterly reports.

Additional administrative responsibilities include supporting operational planning, preparing submissions and memoranda, administering leave queries, making travel or conference bookings, providing secretariat services, supporting procurement administration, maintaining management and procurement plan inputs, and serving as a budget coordinator.

Who should consider this post?

This post may suit candidates whose qualifications and experience align with finance, governance, compliance, audit support or related administrative work. The specific two-year experience requirement matters; holding a listed qualification does not by itself demonstrate that requirement.

Practical check: Review your work history for real examples of payment compliance, audit support, financial administration, governance records, reporting or budget coordination. Do not describe general office work as finance or governance experience unless that accurately reflects your duties.

Application details to verify

• Email stated in the supplied extract: SAOGrecruit92@nda.gov.za
• Enquiries stated in the extract: 012 312 9367
• Employment equity target stated in the extract: African Female and persons with disabilities.

Confirm the current official notice before using these details.

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5. Post 36/04: Administrative Officer — Losses & Claims

Reference number: 3/3/1/93/2026
Directorate: Demand and Acquisition Management
Salary: R338,107 per annum, Level 07
Centre: Gauteng (Pretoria)
Application email in the supplied notice: AOLCrecruit93@nda.gov.za
Enquiries listed: Ms Kholofelo Mathye, 012 312 9367

Minimum qualifications and experience

The notice states that applicants must have:

• A Grade 12 certificate.
• A National Diploma in Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration, Business Management, Public Finance, Financial Accounting or Financial Management.
• At least one year of experience in losses and claims administration.

The listed knowledge includes Public Service Regulations, financial procedures, Treasury Regulations and BAS. Listed skills include computer literacy, interpersonal communication, organisation, planning, written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving and financial management.

Main responsibilities

The supplied extract describes duties relating to the administration of losses and claims. These include reviewing losses and claims invoices for compliance, investigating losses and claims with relevant stakeholders, preparing or reviewing memoranda for legal opinions, and ensuring that legal opinions are implemented.

The duties also include maintaining losses and claims registers, contributing to policy and standard operating procedure reviews, conducting awareness activities, preparing reports, clearing suspense accounts, compiling journals and reconciling processed journals against the relevant registers.

General office support, procurement administration, secretariat services, leave queries and planning-related duties are also listed.

Who should consider this post?

This vacancy is most relevant to candidates who meet the listed qualification requirements and have at least one year of experience specifically related to losses and claims administration.

Practical check: If your experience is in general finance or office administration, identify whether you have actually handled losses, claims, invoice compliance, investigations, reconciliations or related work. Do not assume that all finance experience is automatically equivalent to the required experience.

Application details to verify

• Email stated in the supplied extract: AOLCrecruit93@nda.gov.za
• Enquiries stated in the extract: 012 312 9367
• Employment equity target stated in the extract: African Male and persons with disabilities.

Verify these details against the official notice before applying.

6. General application requirements

The supplied extract gives several instructions that apply to applications. Because these instructions affect whether an application is considered, read the complete official notice rather than relying only on this summary.

Z83 application form and detailed CV

The document instructs applicants to submit a completed Z83 form and a detailed CV in PDF format. It specifies a maximum file size of 10 MB for the CV PDF.

Before submitting:

1. Confirm that you are using the correct and current Z83 form required by the official notice.
2. Complete all applicable fields accurately.
3. Check that your CV includes your relevant qualifications and work experience.
4. Save the CV in PDF format and confirm that the file opens correctly.
5. Check the file size against the stated 10 MB limit.
6. Make sure that the documents are attached to the correct email or prepared for the permitted hand-delivery method.

The extract does not establish every technical requirement for the Z83 file itself, so follow the instructions in the official advertisement if it specifies a particular format or additional documentation.

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Certified documents and supporting evidence

The supplied notice states that shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents, such as identity and qualification documents, where necessary. It also refers to service certificates supporting senior management experience and SAQA evaluation reports for foreign qualifications, as applicable.

The notice warns that failure to comply with applicable document requirements can lead to disqualification.

Practical approach: Organise your records before you need them. Check which documents the advertisement requires at the initial application stage and which are requested only from shortlisted candidates. Do not assume that every supporting document must be sent immediately if the official instructions say otherwise.

Separate applications for separate posts

The notice says candidates must not submit duplicate applications for the same post. If applying for more than one post, they must submit a separate application for each one.

For example, someone applying for both the Land Administrative Officer and the Senior Administrative Officer: Governance positions should prepare separate submissions and use the relevant reference number and application email for each post.

Do not send a single generic email to all four addresses unless the official notice specifically instructs you to do so.

Deadline and delivery risks

The closing date stated in the supplied extract is 23 October 2026 at 16:00. It also says late applications will not be considered and that the department will not be responsible for server delays.

Treat the stated time as a deadline, not a suggested sending time. If the notice is verified and you are eligible, prepare your documents early and allow time to resolve file, email or delivery problems.

The extract permits email or hand delivery during office hours at:

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

Confirm that the hand-delivery address and permitted delivery arrangements are still valid in the official notice before travelling or sending documents.

7. How to choose the right vacancy

The best starting point is not the salary alone. Compare the stated qualification, experience and duties with your actual background.

If your background includes…	Vacancy to review first
Computer Science or IT qualification, plus the specified supervisory business analysis experience	ICT Specialist (Business Analyst)
Agriculture qualification and relevant land or land reform administration experience	Land Administrative Officer
A listed administration, management, finance or auditing diploma, plus finance and governance administrative experience	Senior Administrative Officer: Governance
A listed administration, management or finance diploma, plus losses and claims administration experience	Administrative Officer: Losses & Claims

This table is a guide to where you may want to start reading. It does not confirm eligibility. Only the complete official advertisement and the employer’s assessment can establish whether an applicant meets all the requirements.

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A practical self-check

Before selecting a post, answer these questions:

• Do I hold the qualification or qualifications specified for this particular position?
• Can I substantiate the required number of years of relevant experience?
• Does my experience relate to the specific work described, rather than just a similar job title?
• Have I reviewed any additional requirements, skills, knowledge or licence requirements?
• Can I work at the stated centre in Pretoria?
• Have I checked the salary level and package description carefully?
• Have I verified that the vacancy is still open and that the reference number is correct?

If you cannot answer one of these questions confidently, check the official notice before proceeding.

8. Step-by-step application checklist

Use this checklist for each post you intend to apply for.

Before preparing the application

• Find and verify the complete official vacancy advertisement.

• Confirm the post title and reference number.

• Confirm the closing date and time.

• Read the full qualification, experience, skills and duties sections.

• Check that you meet the stated minimum requirements.

• Confirm the correct application email or hand-delivery instructions.

Preparing the documents

• Complete the required Z83 form accurately.

• Prepare a detailed and up-to-date CV.

• Save the CV as a PDF file.

• Confirm that the CV PDF is no larger than 10 MB.

• Check spelling, contact details, employment dates and qualification information.

• Ensure that your experience is described truthfully and clearly.

• Prepare other documents required at the initial stage, if the official notice asks for them.

Sending the application

• Use the correct email address for the chosen post.

• Include the correct reference number where instructed.

• Attach the intended documents and open them once more to check them.

• Confirm the recipient address before sending.

• Send the application well before the deadline.

• Keep a copy of the submitted email and attachments for your own records.

If applying for multiple posts

• Prepare a separate application for each position.

• Match each application to the correct reference number.

• Send each application to the corresponding verified address.

• Keep a separate record of each submission.

9. Common application mistakes to avoid

Applying because the job title sounds suitable

A title such as “Administrative Officer” can cover very different duties. In this extract, one post focuses on losses and claims, while another focuses on governance and finance administration.

Better approach: Read the qualification and experience requirements alongside the duties before deciding whether to apply.

Treating any qualification as an equivalent

The notice specifies particular fields of study and, for some posts, a particular NQF level. Do not assume that a qualification in a related field will automatically be accepted.

Better approach: Compare the exact qualification wording with your own qualification and ask the department through its verified contact channel if you need clarification.

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Overstating work experience

Changing a job title or describing unrelated duties as specialist experience can create problems during recruitment checks.

Better approach: Explain what you actually did, how long you did it and which responsibilities are relevant. Keep your claims consistent with your CV and supporting records.

Using the wrong email address

Each vacancy has a different email address in the supplied extract. A correct application sent to the wrong address may not reach the relevant recruitment process.

Better approach: Verify the email from the official notice and compare it with the post reference immediately before sending.

Sending one application for multiple vacancies

The supplied notice instructs applicants to submit separate applications for separate posts.

Better approach: Prepare and check each submission individually.

Waiting until the final minutes

The notice warns that server delays are not the department’s responsibility and that late applications will not be considered.

Better approach: Submit early, retain your sent record and do not assume that an email delayed by a technical problem will be accepted.

Assuming receipt will be acknowledged

The extract says the department will not acknowledge receipt because of high application volumes.

Better approach: Keep your own submission record. Avoid repeatedly emailing or calling merely to request an acknowledgement unless the official instructions provide a specific process.

10. What happens after applying?

The supplied extract says communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates. It asks applicants who have not heard from the department within three months to consider their applications unsuccessful.

It also states that shortlisted candidates may be required to:

• Provide certified copies of required documents and relevant supporting records.
• Attend assessments and interviews at dates and times determined by the department.
• Complete the specified assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity or ethical conduct assessment.
• Undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks, including social media profile checks.
• Declare pending criminal, disciplinary or other allegations or investigations, as required by the notice.
• Declare conflicts or perceived conflicts of interest and relevant board memberships or directorships.

The extract also states that successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract and annual performance agreement, and disclose financial interests.

The department reserves the right not to fill vacancies and, in specified circumstances, to cancel a recruitment process or advertise a post again.

Additional requirement for SMS-level appointment

The supplied extract includes requirements concerning the Senior Management Service (SMS) pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government. It refers to the Nyukela pre-entry certificate and proof of completion for SMS appointment.

Because the ICT Specialist position is described as a Level 11 all-inclusive MMS package, do not automatically assume that every SMS-specific requirement applies to it. Read the exact provisions of the official notice and confirm which requirements apply to the particular post.

The programme information cited in the supplied extract is available from the National School of Government.

Use the official programme page to confirm the current requirements.

11. How this guide was prepared

A job notice can be difficult to compare when information is spread across several pages. To make the supplied extract easier to use, the four listed positions were compared by post title, reference number, qualification, minimum experience, salary, application email, enquiry contact and centre.

The comparison shows that the posts are not interchangeable: the ICT position requires supervisory experience in business case and BRS development, the land administration position requires relevant land or land reform experience, the governance post specifies finance and governance administrative experience, and the losses and claims post specifies experience in that area.

This process helps readers identify which requirements to examine first. It does not establish that the advertisement is authentic, that the posts remain open, or that any individual candidate is eligible.

The guide summarises and organises the document rather than replacing it. Before publishing, the editor should compare the article against the complete official notice, confirm the application addresses and deadline, and add a link to the original source. If the official source cannot be found, the article should continue to disclose that limitation clearly.

12. How to verify the vacancy before applying

Because this guide is based on a supplied PDF extract that has not been independently authenticated, verification is an essential step.

1. Visit the official South African Department of Agriculture website and look for the relevant vacancy notice or recruitment publication.
2. Locate the full document and confirm that it contains Circular 36 of 2026 or the corresponding vacancy notice, the same post reference numbers and the same closing date.
3. Compare the application email address, contact person, telephone number, salary, qualification requirements and delivery address with the information in this guide.
4. If you cannot find the notice, use contact details published on the official government website to ask whether the advertisement is genuine and still open.
5. Do not send identity documents, qualifications or other sensitive personal information to an address solely because it appears in a copied PDF or third-party job post.

Official website to begin verification.

This link is provided as a starting point for checking the department’s official website. It is not confirmation that the specific vacancy notice has been found or authenticated.

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13. Frequently asked questions

1. What is the closing date for the Department of Agriculture vacancies in this guide?

The supplied PDF states that the closing date is 23 October 2026 at 16:00. Confirm this against the official advertisement before applying.

2. How many vacancies are listed in the supplied extract?

The extract lists four posts: ICT Specialist (Business Analyst), Land Administrative Officer, Senior Administrative Officer: Governance, and Administrative Officer: Losses & Claims.

3. Where are the vacancies based?

All four posts list Gauteng (Pretoria) as the centre.

4. What is the salary for the ICT Specialist (Business Analyst) post?

The supplied extract states R932,292 per annum at Level 11, described as an all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured according to MMS rules.

5. What qualification is required for the ICT Specialist position?

The extract specifies Grade 12 and a National Diploma in Computer Science or Information Technology at NQF Level 6.

6. How much experience is required for the ICT Specialist position?

The extract specifies at least three years of supervisory experience in business case and business requirement specification development.

7. What qualification is required for the Land Administrative Officer position?

The extract specifies a National Diploma in Agriculture at NQF Level 6, together with at least two years of relevant experience in Land or Land Reform Administration.

8. What experience is required for the Senior Administrative Officer: Governance position?

The extract specifies at least two years of experience in a finance and governance administrative environment.

9. What qualifications are listed for the Senior Administrative Officer: Governance post?

The listed options include National Diplomas in Public Administration, Public Management, Business Administration, Business Management, Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Management or Internal Auditing. The extract also requires Grade 12.

10. What experience is required for the Administrative Officer: Losses & Claims position?

The extract specifies at least one year of experience in losses and claims administration, along with the stated qualification requirements.

11. Which documents does the supplied notice instruct applicants to submit?

It instructs applicants to submit a completed Z83 form and a detailed CV in PDF format, with the CV PDF no larger than 10 MB. Read the complete official notice for any further initial-submission instructions.

12. Can I apply for more than one vacancy?

The supplied notice says applicants may apply for multiple posts but must submit a separate application for each one. Verify the exact instructions in the official notice.

13. Can I submit one email containing applications for all four positions?

The extract says separate applications must be submitted for separate posts. The safest approach is to prepare a separate submission for each post and use its verified application address.

14. Can I submit my application after the closing time if my email is delayed?

The extract says late applications will not be considered and that the department is not responsible for server delays. Do not rely on an exception for a delayed email.

15. Will the department acknowledge receipt of my application?

The supplied notice says it will not acknowledge receipt because of high application volumes.

16. What should I do if I am not contacted?

The extract says communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates and that applicants who have not heard within three months should consider their applications unsuccessful. Confirm that this wording appears in the official notice.

17. Must I send certified copies of all my documents with the initial application?

The extract says shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents, where necessary, before interviews. Follow the precise submission-stage instructions in the official notice rather than assuming all documents must be sent immediately.

18. What happens if I submit a false qualification?

The supplied notice warns that false or fraudulent qualifications will be reported to the South African Police Service and that a criminal case may be opened. Applicants should provide truthful, verifiable information only.

19. Does this article confirm that the vacancies are genuine and still open?

No. The article summarises a supplied PDF extract, but the exact notice has not been independently authenticated here. Verify it through the official Department of Agriculture website or contact details published by the department.

20. Is DPSACircular.co.za the official recruitment website for the Department of Agriculture?

No. DPSACircular.co.za is an independent job-information website. It does not represent the Department of Agriculture, receive applications on the department’s behalf or decide who is appointed.

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Final application checklist

Before you send an application, make sure you can answer yes to these questions:

• Have I verified the original government vacancy notice?
• Have I checked the closing date, time and reference number?
• Do I meet the stated qualification and experience requirements?
• Am I using the correct email address or delivery instructions for this specific post?
• Have I completed the required Z83 form?
• Is my detailed CV in PDF format and within the stated file-size limit?
• Have I checked every attachment and kept a copy of my submission?
• If applying for multiple posts, have I prepared separate applications?

A careful application begins with confirming the vacancy, understanding its requirements and checking each document before submission. Take the time to verify the source and match your experience honestly to the advertised duties.

About DPSACircular.co.za

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The website is not the Department of Agriculture, the Department of Public Service and Administration, or another government recruitment authority. It does not accept or process applications on behalf of government departments and cannot guarantee shortlisting, employment or recruitment outcomes.

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Editorial and source disclaimer

This article is an independent summary of a supplied vacancy PDF extract. Although care has been taken to organise the information accurately, the article is not a substitute for the complete official advertisement. The official notice takes precedence if any detail differs.

The specific notice discussed here has not been independently authenticated for this article. Readers should confirm the vacancy, application email addresses, reference numbers, closing date and all requirements through an official government source before submitting personal information.

Vacancies, deadlines and recruitment arrangements can change. DPSACircular.co.za should correct material errors when they are identified. Readers who find a discrepancy should contact the website using the contact information published on its official Contact page.

The website does not guarantee that any vacancy will remain open, that an application will be received or considered, or that any applicant will be shortlisted or appointed.