DIRECTOR: EXTENSION AND ADVISORY SERVICES

Department of Agriculture

Reference number: LDARD 2/7/2026
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum (Level 13), all-inclusive remunerative package.
Centre: Head Office: Polokwane
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 7 August 2026
Circular: No 24 of 2026

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Requirements

Grade 12 plus an appropriate undergraduate (NQF level 7) qualification in Agriculture or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. Minimum of 5 years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. A valid driver`s license (with exception of people with disabilities). Proof of completion of SMS pre- entry certificate must be submitted before appointed. Knowledge, Competencies, And Skills: Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework, Acts and regulations governing the Public Service. Knowledge and understanding of agricultural extension and advisory regulations, policies and plans. Working experience and knowledge of agricultural environment. Working knowledge of HR, Financial management, supply chain and asset prescripts and policies. Core Competencies: Knowledge Management. Service delivery innovation, problem solving analysis. client orientation and customer focus, communication. Process competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. People Management and empowerment, Programme and project management. Financial Management. Change and management.

Duties

Facilitate the provision of agricultural extension support services. Ensure agricultural programmes coordination and linkages with stakeholders. Manage food security and poverty alleviation programmes. Establish and maintain good relations within the department and all stakeholders. Manage and utilise resources (financial, human and physical) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.

Where to send your application

Applicants using electronic format must apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za and applicants submitting applications in a printed hard copy (manual or hand delivery) must quote the relevant reference number on the Z83 application for employment form and forward to the below addresses.

Enquiries

Ms Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170, Ms. Mothupi PP Tel No: (015) 294 3100, Ms. Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235 or Ms. Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3347.

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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