ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EXTENSION

Department of Agriculture

Reference number: EXT/2026
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10)
Centre: Thabo Mofutsanyane District, Phuthaditjaba (X1 Post) Lejweleputswa District, Welkom (X1 Post)
Province: Free State
Closing date: 7 August 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

Appropriate 4-year Agricultural Degree (NQF 8). Compulsory registration with SACNASP. 3 – 5 years experience required. Valid driver’s license (code B).

Duties

Oversee the rendering of agricultural extension and advisory services. Promote farmer driven extension programmes. Promote and implement a commodity approach through the effective and efficient utilisation of resources (e.g. soil, water, veld, etc.). Coordinate and part demonstrations of farming methods, organise farmers days, information sessions etc. Conduct farm visits for impact assessments and report thereon. Source technical inputs from specialists as required. Ensure and promote sustainable agricultural enterprises. Gather and analyse relevant information in order to assist with identification of problem areas and prioritisation thereof. Identify projects and conduct feasibility studies. Establish structures (Cooperatives, Committees etc.) to address the need/s identified. Build capacity of clients. Promote the implementation of good agricultural practices, technologies and latest trends. Monitor and evaluate the success / effectiveness of production systems. Provide continuous support to ensure sustained production. Facilitate and participate in project planning structures. Identify projects. Provide technical support and ensure the development implementation of business plans. Facilitate the registration of legal entities (e.g. Cooperatives, Close Cooperation etc.). Prioritise projects and present to project approval structures. Ensure and support the implementation of projects / programmes. Ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of projects. Facilitate partnerships with relevant stakeholders. Promote and implement the relevant strategies/ programmes. Establish and enhance the relationships with clients and stakeholders. Interact with commodity organisations (e.g. SASA, Grain SA, Pork Procedures etc.). Participate in the relevant committees / forums. Perform all administrative and related functions. Give input towards policy. Keep abreast of latest national and international quality developments, prescripts, policies and procedures. Keep abreast of latest national and international quality developments, prescripts, policies and procedures. Compile and submit reports as required. Comply with Public Service prescripts and Departmental policies. Ensure customer satisfaction. Provide input in budget planning process. Supervise resources (human, finance, assets, etc.

Where to send your application

Quoting the reference number, must be forwarded to Mrs S Hlekiso, Private Bag X02, Bloemfontein, 9301 or delivered by Hand to Mrs S Hlekiso in Room 228, 2nd Floor, Admin Building, Glen. Email: recruitment@dard.gov.za

Enquiries

Thabo Mofutsanyane District: Mr M Malete at 081 045 3622 Lejweleputswa District: Mr T Mothwa at 066 025 5051

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 25 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 17 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 30 July 2026.

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