GISC PROFESSIONAL (PRODUCTION) GRADE A

Department of Agriculture

Reference number: DoA/10/07/2026
Salary: R791 604 per annum, (OSD)
Centre: Head Office
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Circular: No 25 of 2026

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Requirements

4-year qualification in GISc (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA. Three (3) years post-qualification GISc professional experience. Valid compulsory registration with the South African Council for Professional and Technical Surveyors (PLATO) as a GISc Professional. Technical Competencies: Programme and project management. GISc, legal and operational compliance. GISc Implementation. Standards development. Policy formulation. GISc operational communication. Process knowledge and skills. Maintenance skills and knowledge. Mobile equipment operating skills. Systems skills. Spatial modelling design and analysis knowledge. Research and development. GISc applications. Creating high performance culture. Technical consulting. Professional judgment. Accountability. Proficiency in GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS). Geo-database design, programming/scripting, web mapping services. Spatial analysis, modelling, remote sensing, and data visualization. Generic Competencies: Strategic management and direction. Problem-solving and analysis. Decision making. Team leadership. Analytical skills. Creativity. Self-management. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication and listening skills. Computer skills. Delegation and development of others. Planning, organising and execution. Ability to manage conflict. Language proficiency. Knowledge management. Negotiation skills. Change management. Training ability. Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Geomatics Profession Act). Valid driver’s license.

Duties

Plan, develop, coordinate, and execute GISc projects and activities aligned with the department’s strategic objectives. Perform advanced spatial analysis, spatial modelling, and geo-statistical analysis to identify patterns, trends, and support decision-making. Design, develop, and maintain geospatial databases, geodatabases, and digital libraries, including metadata management and ensuring data quality. Facilitate data collection, capture, integration, and conversion from various sources and formats. Produce maps, visualizations, and reports including custom mapping, web-based GIS services, and data products for stakeholders. Develop and implement GIS standards, policies, interoperability, and best practices. Provide GIS support and training to end-users, including developing training manuals and promoting knowledge sharing. Research and innovate develop new methods/technologies for spatial problems, evaluate new GIS tools, and conduct cost-benefit analyses. Ensure compliance with legal, operational, and data governance requirements (e.g., spatial data standards, protection of information). Project management including stakeholder management, documentation of processes, and supporting audits or system requirements. Collaborate across teams to integrate GIS into broader systems. Common focus areas from surveys of the South African GISc community: Data analysis/interpretation, data acquisition, data management, and visualization/mapping.

Where to send your application

Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: erecruitment@agriculture.gov.za Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00- 16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries

Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066 For e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: erecruitment@drdar.gov.za

Note

The EE Target for these positions is Youth, Females and People with Disabilities.

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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