DIRECTOR: ANIMAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Chief Directorate: Research, Training and Capacity Building Services

Reference number: DARDLEA/2026/08/04
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: Head Office
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 28 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree / Post Graduate Degree in Animal Science or Animal Production at (NQF 7) as recognised by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). An Honours/MSc Degree specializing in Animal Science/production will be an added advantage. A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment). Must have. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level within animal research and technology development services. Skills And Competencies: Strategic capability, leadership and management skills. Programme and project management, financial management, service delivery and innovation, problem-solving, analysis and change management. Must have facilitation and coordination skills. Must have a good understanding of agricultural sector development. Knowledge and application of the Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations Treasury Regulations, Public Private Partnership and other relevant prescripts. Must have good verbal and written commination skills to facilitate various collaborations with a variety of stakeholders. Knowledge of project management, strategic planning, report writing, facilitation, coordination, planning and organising, diversity management and group dynamics. Knowledge of policy analysis and development. Good communication skills (written and verbal including scientific/technical report writing) and analytical skills. Having published in scientific media will be an added advantage. Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint). A valid driver’s license.

Duties

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Chief Director: Research, Training and Capacity Building Services. He/she will be responsible to provide strategic leadership and management of the Research Directorate. Develop Research policies, strategies, processes and systems which will promote improved productivity in the province. To enhance productivity through developing appropriate animal production systems and recommending optimum production practices by producers. Oversee collaborations and partnerships with research institutions, industries, commodity organisations, and academic institutions on research matters. Lead the publication and dissemination of research information and technologies. Ensure the participation of the department on research forums Provincial, National and International. Establish and maintain functional relationship with the farmer support services in the Districts and Local Municipalities. Ensure the implementation of national mandates pertaining to Animal Research. Oversee the Development and coordination of strategic, annual and operational planning processes of the Directorate. Oversee the development and implementation of the Service Delivery Improvement Plan in the Directorate. Oversee the process of developing internal policies, systems, frameworks and guidelines in line with national policy guidelines /directives for all the functional areas of the post. Oversee effective human resources and financial management. Oversee compliance with Public Service prescripts, departmental policies as well as norms and standards for managing research and agricultural training.

Where to send your application

Applicants should apply through the following website https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za Applications can also be hand delivered to: Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73, 19 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700 OR posted to Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700.

Enquiries

Ms. SP Shongwe Tel No: (013) 766 6003 or Mr. MG Ngwane Tel No: (013) 766 6110 or Ms. NF Mgiba Tel No: (013) 766 6476

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 28 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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