SENIOR AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIST: AGRO-PROCESSING VALUE ADDITION SERVICES

Department of Agriculture

Reference number: LDARD 16/7/2026
Salary: R605 742 per annum (Level 10)
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 Hons degree qualification or equivalent qualification with Economics and/or Agricultural Economics as major subjects or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience required at an Assistant Director level. A valid driver`s license (with exception of people with disabilities). Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills: Computer skills (advanced). Statistical skills. Negotiation skills (advanced). Knowledge of economic and financial (advanced) analytical techniques. Communication/presentation skills (advanced).

Duties

Continuous in-depth study/research of developments/patterns/trends in a specific agricultural environment. Undertake and oversee the analysis / identification of economic questions / challenges in a specific environment / situation (specific districts/areas, a specific industry, specific events/circumstances) pertaining to legislation / strategy / policy / initiatives / interventions. Undertake and oversee the application, adaptation and/or development of models in order to reflect the current situation and/or forecast/project possible scenarios. Undertake and oversee the compilation of the final output e.g. reports, position papers, information documents, policy documents, populated databases etc. Undertake and oversee the provision of advice to internal & external stakeholders on the impact of forecasts for decision-making, initiatives and/or interventions within a specific environment. Undertake and oversee the development and evaluation of business plans. Establish and maintain a network for liaison with economic/agricultural analysis institutions. Perform administrative and related functions.

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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