The Department of Agriculture (DOA) has officially announced a new batch of government job vacancies for May 2026, offering excellent employment opportunities for qualified candidates across several professional fields. These vacancies are based in Pretoria, Gauteng, and cover management, administration, agriculture, auditing, investigations, and bursary administration roles.
This recruitment drive is a major opportunity for job seekers looking to build a stable and rewarding career within the public sector. The department continues to promote employment equity, representivity, and affirmative action, encouraging applications from all suitably qualified candidates, including persons with disabilities.
TOTAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 7 POSTS
The Department of Agriculture has advertised a total of 7 positions, including one post with 2 available vacancies, making this an attractive recruitment intake for multiple professions.
Available Posts
- Deputy Director: Transport, Fleet and Travel Management – 1 Post
- Assistant Director: Transport, Fleet and Travel Management – 1 Post
- Agrarian Reform Specialist – 1 Post
- Forensic Investigator – 1 Post
- Auditor: Financial Audit – 1 Post
- Bursary Officer – 2 Posts
Total Vacancies: 7 advertised posts | 8 total positions
1. Deputy Director: Transport, Fleet and Travel Management
Ref No: 3/3/1/16/2026
Salary: R896 436 per annum
Level: 11
Centre: Pretoria, Gauteng
This senior management role is ideal for candidates with experience in transport, logistics, supply chain, and fleet operations.
Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Degree / National Diploma in:
- Transport Management
- Public Administration
- Business Administration
- Purchasing Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Management
- Minimum 3 years’ experience at salary level 9
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong management and financial reporting skills
Duties
- Manage travel bookings and transport operations
- Supervise departmental fleet vehicles
- Handle maintenance and licensing
- Manage payments and supplier relations
- Oversee travel services during special events and conferences
- Prepare monthly financial reports
2. Assistant Director: Transport, Fleet and Travel Management
Ref No: 3/3/1/17/2026
Salary: R468 459 per annum
Level: 09
Centre: Pretoria
This post supports transport and travel administration within the department.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor transport and travel systems
- Manage departmental vehicles
- Process travel payments
- Support conferences and official events
- Prepare financial and supplier reports
3. Agrarian Reform Specialist
Ref No: 3/3/1/21/2026
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Level: 08
Centre: Pretoria
This is a highly important role focused on food security and support for smallholder farmers.
Requirements
- Grade 12
- Degree in Agriculture (NQF 7)
- At least 2 years’ relevant experience
- Knowledge in:
- Food security
- Agricultural economics
- development research
Duties
- Design food security programmes
- Support smallholder farmer development
- Monitor provincial implementation
- Conduct needs assessments
- Produce policy and analytical reports
This role is ideal for professionals passionate about agricultural development and rural transformation.
4. Forensic Investigator
Ref No: 3/3/1/19/2026
Salary: R397 116 per annum
Level: 08
Centre: Pretoria
The department is also seeking a skilled Forensic Investigator to strengthen internal investigations and fraud prevention systems.
Requirements
- Grade 12
- National Diploma in:
- Forensic Investigations
- Law
- Auditing
- Minimum 2 years’ experience
Duties
- Conduct preliminary investigations
- Compile case reports
- Gather evidence
- Prepare closure reports
- Report weekly progress
5. Auditor: Financial Audit
Ref No: 3/3/1/20/2026
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Level: 07
Centre: Pretoria
This vacancy suits candidates with accounting and auditing backgrounds.
Requirements
- Grade 12
- National Diploma in Accounting / Auditing
- Minimum 1 year experience
Duties
- Conduct risk-based audits
- Prepare working papers
- Compile findings and recommendations
- Attend audit meetings
- finalize audit reports
6. Bursary Officer (X2 Posts)
Ref No: 3/3/1/21/2026
Salary: R325 101 per annum
Level: 07
Centre: Pretoria
This is one of the most notable vacancies with 2 available posts.
Main Duties
- Manage bursary recruitment
- Process student applications
- Maintain bursary databases
- Monitor student payments
- Liaise with universities and colleges
- prepare financial and progress reports
- support job placement for graduates
This role is ideal for candidates experienced in student administration and bursary management.
Important Application Instructions
Applicants must submit:
- Completed Z83 Form
- Detailed CV
- PDF documents not exceeding 10MB
Applications can be submitted:
- By hand:
20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 - By email: Use the email address specified under each post
Late applications will not be considered.
Important Notes
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- If you do not receive feedback within 3 months, consider your application unsuccessful
- Security vetting and background checks will be conducted
- False qualifications will be reported to SAPS
- The department reserves the right not to fill any post
Final Word
These DOA vacancies present an excellent chance for professionals and graduates seeking government employment in agriculture, finance, investigations, and administration. With competitive salaries and multiple positions available, interested applicants are strongly advised to submit their applications before 05 May 2026 at 16:00.
