ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS

Department of Correctional Services

Directorate: Production Workshop and Agriculture

Reference number: HO 2026/11/58
Salary: R487 197 per annum
Centre: National Head Office
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate recognised 4-year qualification (NQF Level 7) in Agriculture, Agricultural Management, Agricultural Extension, Animal Science, Crop Production, Agronomy or a related agricultural field. A minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience in the agricultural environment. Knowledge of agricultural extension methodologies and advisory services. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of project planning and management. knowledge of agricultural production systems, resource management, and sustainable farming practices. Knowledge of policy development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of Public Service legislation, policies and prescripts, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Public Service Act, and departmental policies. Planning and organization. Reporting procedures. Administration procedures relating to the specific work environment including norms and standards. Interpersonal relationship. Problem solving. Project management. Financial management. Analytical thinking. Verbal exchange of information. Written communication for notes, memos, letters and reports. Supervisory and management, advanced communication and presentation skills.

Duties

Provide scientific and technical agricultural advice to support departmental agricultural programmes and initiatives. Monitor and evaluate agricultural operations and production performance across correctional centres against approved targets. Coordinate agricultural production programmes aimed at promoting self-sufficiency and offender rehabilitation. Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Management of performance information, human resources, finance and assets.

Where to send your application

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.

Note

Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 23 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.