STATE VETERINARIAN: ANIMAL HEALTH

Department of Agriculture

Reference number: AGR 36/2026
Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)
Centre: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government.
Province: Western Cape
Closing date: 28 September 2026
Circular: No 32 of 2026

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Requirements

An appropriate Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/BVMCh or equivalent qualification) recognised by the South African Veterinary Council; Compulsory registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC); A minimum of 1 year post qualification experience; A valid (Code B or higher) driving license. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Extensive fieldwork and exposure to infectious diseases; Ability to work in high-pressure outbreak environments; Physical mobility and ability to conduct inspections and investigations; Availability for after-hours and emergency response. Skills in the following: Computer literacy; Financial Management; Statistical; Research; Analytical; Communication; Interpretation.

Duties

Animal Health Services and Disease Control; Epidemiology and Data management; Veterinary Laboratory and Diagnostic Services; Veterinary Public Health and Food Safety Regulatory Services and Compliance; Extension Services and Stakeholder Engagement; Emergency Preparedness/Early warning and Risk Management; Administration and Management.

Where to send your application

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries

Dr N Magadla Tel No: (021) 808 5250

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 32 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 4 September 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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