Agriculture · Circular 31 of 2026
Assistant Director: Transversal Services
Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land & Environmental Affairs
Overview
Assistant Director: Transversal Services at Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land & Environmental Affairs in Ehlanzeni North District.
Requirements
- Grade 12 plus a recognised National Diploma (NQF 7) in Industrial and Organisational Psychology / Human Resource Management / Public Management / Management Assistant or related qualification as recognised by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
- A Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Transversal environment.
- Skills And Competencies: Extensive knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management in the Public Service, employment legislation, and Public Service Regulatory Frameworks (Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Policy on Incapacity Leave and Ill-Health Retirement, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Personal Protective Equipment Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, SHEQ).
- Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
- Good communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to work in a team and independently.
- Report writing and presentation skills.
- Stakeholder and client liaison, innovative, analytical and creative ability.
- Ability to work in a team, independently and in a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- A valid driver’s license.
Duties
- Provide transversal service and support to employees in the district.
- Facilitate Employee Health and Wellness, Special Programmes, Occupational Health and Safety, Gender Mainstreaming programmes and activities.
- Provide monthly reports.
How to apply
Applications must be submitted online through the link: https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr. S. Mogakane at 082 338 2476 or Ms. M Matsoalela at 072 459 8078
Notes
A recent comprehensive CV, ID and contactable references (telephone numbers and email addresses must be indicated). Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of all qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Emailed applications will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time to be determine by the Department. The first two recommended candidates for Deputy Directors posts will be subjected to competency assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. The successful candidate will be expected to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement within 3 months of appointment. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in your application being disqualified. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The Department is committed to providing equal opportunities and adheres to the affirmative action policy in line with Employment Equity Act, the SMS Handbook and all relevant legislation applicable in the Public Service. MANAGEMENT ECHELON
Post 31/293, sourced from the DPSA Circular 31 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land & Environmental Affairs by 11 September 2026, quoting reference DARDLEA/2026/08/48. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.
- Location
- Ehlanzeni North District, Mpumalanga
- Salary
- R487 197 p/a
- Closing date
- 11 September 2026
- Reference
- DARDLEA/2026/08/48
Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.