OTHER VACANCIES
- ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (X25
- CANDIDATE ENGINEER (X6 POSTS)
- STATE VETERINARIAN (X8 POSTS)
STATE VETERINARIAN (X8 POSTS)
SALARY : R896 436 – R1 055 958 per annum (Level 11), (an all-inclusive remuneration
package)
CENTRE : Sarah Baartman Ref No: DoA01/03/2026 (X2 Posts)
O.R. Tambo District: Ref No: DoA/02/03/2026 (X4 Posts)
KSD (X2 Posts)
Inqquza (X1 Post)
TARDI (X2 Posts)
Alfred Nzo District: Ref No: DoA/03/03/2026 (X2 Posts)
Umzimvub
Matatielle
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 8 as recognized by SAQA in
Veterinary Science (B.VSC OR B.VMSC). Valid proof of registration with the
SA Veterinary Council will be required on the interview day. Knowledge of the
Animal Diseases Act No. 35 of 1984, Meat Safety Act No. 40 of 2000,
Veterinary and Para-Veterinary Professions’ Act No. 19 of 1982, Animal
Protection Act No. 71 of 1962, Animal Identification Act No. 6 of 2002.
Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel). The
candidate should dispose of dynamic communication, negotiation, and
interpersonal skills. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Implement Animal Disease Act 35 of 1984, Meat Safety Act 40 of 2000, Animal
Protection Act 71 of 1962 and Animal Identification Act 6 of 2002. Play a
leading role in Animal Disease Surveillance and Control. Facilitate importation
and exportation of animals and products of animal origin. Responsible for the
implementation of primary animal health care programs and mentoring of State
Veterinarians on compulsory community service. Handle administrative
functions emanating from these activities including performance reporting and
disease reports. Coordinate the allocated resources of the State Veterinary
Area in line with legislative and departmental policy directives. Comply with
corporate governance and planning imperatives. Maintain high standards by
ensuring that the team/section produces excellent work in terms of
quality/quantity and timeliness. Resolve problems of motivation and control.
Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential. Provide the necessary
guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development
opportunities. Ensure timeous development and implementation of Work Plans
and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all subordinates. Management
of assets. Qualifying unemployed Veterinarians who were given a bursary by
the Department will be given preference.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066
https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za
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CANDIDATE ENGINEER (X6 POSTS)
(4 – year contract)
SALARY : R761 157 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE :
Sarah Baartman District Ref No: DoA/04/03/2026
Joe Gqabi District Ref No: DoA/05/03/2026
O.R. Tambo District Ref No: DoA/06/03/2026
Alfred Nzo District Ref No: DoA/07/03/2026
Amathole District Ref No: DoA/08/03/2026
Chris Hani District Ref No: DoA/09/03/2026
REQUIREMENTS : Engineering degree BEng/BScEng (Agriculture/Civil) or equivalent qualification
as recognised by SAQA, Valid driver’s license. Registration with ECSA as an
Engineer in training (Candidate Engineer) is compulsory upon appointment. No
previous experience required.
DUTIES : Design new systems to solve practical engineering challenges and improve
efficiency and enhance safety. Planning, designing, operating and
maintenance of engineering projects. Development of cost-effective solutions
according to standards. Evaluation of existing technical manuals, standard
drawings and procedures to incorporate new technology. Promote safety in line
with statutory and regulatory requirements. Prepare inputs for the facilitation of
resource utilisation. Adhere to regulations and procedures for SCM and HR
administration. Report on service delivery. Keep up with new technologies and
procedures. Research/literature studies on engineering technology to improve
expertise. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on engineering-related matters.
Follow approved programme of development for registration purposes.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066
https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za
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ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (X25 POSTS)
SALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE :
Alfred Nzo District: Ref No: DoA/10/03/2026 (X5 Posts)
Winnie Madikizela Mandela (X3 Posts)
Ntabankulu (X2 Posts)
Chris Hani District: Ref No: DoA/11/03/2026 (X10 Posts)
Inxuba Yethemba (X2 Posts)
Emalahleni (X3 Posts)
Dr.A.B. Xuma (X3 Posts)
Enoch Mgijima (X2 Posts)
O.R. Tambo District Ref No: DoA/12/03/2026 (X6 Posts)
Nyandeni (X2 Posts)
KSD (X2 Posts)
Mhlontlo (X2 Posts)
Joe Gqabi District Ref No: DoA/13/03/2026 (X2 Posts)
Maletswai (X1 Post)
Gariep (X1 Post)
Sarah Bartmaan Ref No: DoA/14/03/2026 (X2 Posts)
Nelson Mandela Metro (X1 Post)
Dr Beyers Naude (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 in Animal Health with at least 1-2
years’ relevant experience. Proof of valid registration with the South African
Veterinary Council as an Animal Health Technician as confirmation of day one
(1) competencies will be required on the interview day. Knowledge of Animal
Health Regulatory Support Service in terms of the Animal Health Diseases Act
(Act No. 35 of 1984). Ability to work under pressure. Good interpersonal, verbal
and written communication skills. Proficiency in the MS Office Suite (Word,
PowerPoint, and Excel). A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : The successful candidate is expected to plan and implement disease control
measures, which will entail administering of vaccinations for animal diseases,
collection of specimens, examination and dispatch of samples with regard to
animal diseases, and collection of census data regarding farm animals.
Conduct inspections of livestock for the presence of notifiable diseases.
Participate in awareness campaigns and other activities aimed at eradicating
the spread of animal diseases. Render a support service to the State
Veterinarian and Control Animal Health Technician regarding animal disease
control, reproduction, and production advancement. Sample collection, and
law enforcement which would, entail conducting inspections of animals, animal
products, vaccine distribution points, and installations where animal products
are processed. Assist the State Veterinarian with investigations relating to
surveys, post-mortems, and animal diseases. Obtaining and processing
epidemiological and other data. Collection of samples for analysis by the State
Veterinarian and laboratory. Enforce animal disease legislation at auctions,
veterinary roadblocks, and border posts. Provide extension services on animal
health to animal owners. Priority will be accorded to Youth as outlined in the
DoA Employment Equity pre-requirements.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066
https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za
PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted only via the provincial e-recruitment system,
which is available on https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial ERecruitment System is available 24/7 and Closes at 23: 59 on the closing date.
To report technical glitches, for any assistance pertaining the system, send an
email with (i) your ID Number, (ii) your profile email address, (iii) details of the
issue to: erecruitment@ecagriculture.gov.za. Technical support is limited to
working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Fridays). Do
not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your
application will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Hand-delivered/
eMailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.
FOR ATTENTION : Mr L Stowman
CLOSING DATE : 20 March 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered.
No faxed applications will be accepted.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form (an unsigned Z83 form will
disqualify an application, however, the Z83 in the e-recruitment system is
currently unsingable – applicants applied via the system must scan and upload
the signed Z-83), obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the
internet at http://www.ecagriculture.gov.za/documents/Z83%20FORM.pdf
which must be signed and should be accompanied by a recently updated,
comprehensive CV. The applicant must submit copies of qualifications, identity
documents and driver’s license (where appropriate) and any other relevant
documents. Such copies need not be certified when applying for a post. The
communication from HR regarding the requirements for certified documents
will be limited to shortlisted candidates. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates
for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day
of the interview following communication from HR. Non-RSA
Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders must attach a copy of his/her
Permanent Residence Permit to his/her application. Should you be in
possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation
certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to
submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being
considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of
this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal
record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check,
qualification/study verification and previous employment verification).
Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes.
Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test.
Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve (12)
months. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the
advertised post(s). Persons with disability and women are encouraged to
apply. All shortlisted candidates 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 must be an
integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection panel will recommend
candidates to attend a generic Managerial competency assessment in
compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competencybased assessment. The department welcomes applications from all racial
groups. However, in making appointments preference for these posts will be
given to the designated groups in pursuit of departmental EE targets. Women
and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply