AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIST

Department of Agriculture

Reference number: LDARD 27/7/2026
Salary: R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
Centre: Mopani West
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 7 August 2026
Circular: No 24 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12 plus an appropriate Hons degree or equivalent qualification with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects or equivalent appropriate qualification as recognised by SAQA. Valid driver’s license (with the exception of people with disabilities). Knowledge, Competencies, And Skills: Computer skills (advanced). Statistical skills. Negotiation skills (advanced). Knowledge of economic and financial (advanced) analytical techniques. Communication/presentation skills (advanced).

Duties

Continuous in-depth study / research of developments / patterns / trends in a specific agricultural environment. Analyse / identify economic questions / challenges in a specific environment/situation (specific districts / areas, a specific industry, specific events/circumstances) pertaining to legislation / strategy / policy / initiatives / interventions. Undertake/conduct analysis, apply, adapt and/or develop models based on the current situation to forecast/project possible scenarios. Compile the final output e.g. reports, position papers, information documents, policy documents, populated databases etc. Provide advice to internal & external stakeholders on the impact of forecasts for decision-making, initiatives and/or interventions within a specific environment. Develop and evaluate business plans. Establish and maintain a network for liaison with economic/agricultural analysis institutions. Perform administrative and related functions.

Enquiries

Ms. Malatji MA and Matlou MT Tel No: (015) 811 9837 or (015) 811 1189.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 10 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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