The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD) in South Africa has advertised vacancies for qualified candidates interested in working in the public service. The advertised positions cover land tenure reform, financial management, information technology, deeds registration, human resources, secretarial support, supply chain management and registry services.
The vacancies are based in KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape, Mpumalanga and Gauteng. Opportunities are available for candidates with different levels of qualifications and experience, including applicants with Grade 12 certificates and relevant diploma or degree qualifications. The closing date for the vacancies is 30 October 2026 at 16:00. Applicants should carefully review the requirements, reference numbers and application procedures for their preferred positions before submitting their applications.
Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Vacancies 2026: Available Positions
The following positions were advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 37:
| Position | Salary per annum | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Project Coordinator: Tenure Reform Implementation | R605,742 | Not specified |
| Assistant Director: Budget | R487,197 | Not specified |
| Assistant Director: Financial Services | R487,197 | Not specified |
| DRS System Support Officer | R413,001 | Not specified |
| Junior Examiner | R338,106 | 2 |
| Human Resource Clerk | R237,453 | Not specified |
| Secretary – Information Technology Audit | R237,453 | Not specified |
| Secretary – Land Reform Information Management, Risk and Compliance | R237,453 | Not specified |
| Supply Chain Clerk | R237,453 | 3 |
| Registry Clerk | R237,453 | 2 |
Important: The department has also published an erratum concerning the Chief Land Claims Commissioner position, reference number 3/1/1/1/2026/274. This post is open to public nominations and direct applications, with a separate closing date of 23 October 2026 at 16:00. Details are provided below.
1. Project Coordinator: Tenure Reform Implementation
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/282
Directorate: District Office
Location: Vryheid, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: R605,742 per annum (Level 10)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Humanities, Social Sciences, Law or a related equivalent qualification. At least three years of relevant experience and a valid driver’s licence are also required.
Candidates should have knowledge of land tenure security matters, tenure legislation and policies, strategic planning, human resources management, financial management, supply chain management and economics. The position also requires communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, leadership, project management, networking, team management and stakeholder engagement skills. Applicants must be willing to travel.
Key duties
The successful candidate will implement communal land tenure and land rights projects, support communal property entities and facilitate the establishment and implementation of Communal Property Associations (CPAs).
Other responsibilities include:
- Conducting awareness and capacity-building programmes on communal land management and relevant legislation.
- Supporting land rights management structures and providing legal protection and awareness.
- Facilitating mediation and resolving disputes involving communal land rights and CPAs.
- Maintaining databases of CPAs and similar entities.
- Investigating the affairs of registered CPAs and supporting compliance with applicable legislation.
- Implementing provincial tenure project plans, managing stakeholder relationships and compiling reports.
- Supporting audits, risk management and corrective action plans.
Enquiries: Mr NR Jacquire – (033) 264 9500
How to apply: Submit your application by hand delivery to the first floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street (formerly Loop Street), Pietermaritzburg, 3200, or by email to Post282@dlrrd.gov.za.
2. Assistant Director: Budget
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/281
Directorate: Financial and Supply Chain Management Services
Location: Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary: R487,197 per annum (Level 09)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting, Auditing, Public Finance, Financial Management, BCom Accounting or a related equivalent qualification.
A minimum of three years’ supervisory experience in a budget environment and a valid driver’s licence are required.
Candidates should understand Public Service policies and regulations, Treasury Regulations, the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Basic Accounting System (BAS). Computer literacy, communication, planning, organisation, time management and the ability to work under pressure are also necessary.
Key duties
The successful candidate will coordinate budgeting programmes and prepare budget submissions, including the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Adjusted Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE) and Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE).
Responsibilities include monitoring expenditure against allocations, coordinating monthly projections, overseeing budget journals and commitments, preparing expenditure reports, analysing budget variances and advising management on budget performance.
The position also involves reporting unauthorised, irregular and wasteful expenditure, maintaining the provincial budget and coordinating quarterly budget realignments.
Enquiries: Ms N Ziqubu – (033) 264 9515
How to apply: Submit your application by hand delivery to the first floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, or by email to Post281@dlrrd.gov.za.
3. Assistant Director: Financial Services
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/287
Location: Eastern Cape Deeds Registry, Mthatha
Salary: R487,197 per annum (Level 09)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must possess a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma or degree in Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Management, Management Accounting or a related equivalent qualification.
At least three years of supervisory experience in a financial environment and a valid driver’s licence are required.
Candidates should have knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, financial policies and procedures, Accpac or related financial systems, budgeting and reporting. Strong Excel skills, financial management, problem-solving, decision-making and budget forecasting skills are also required.
Key duties
The successful candidate will manage budgets, monitor income and expenditure, confirm the availability of funds and provide inputs for budget adjustments.
Additional duties include managing revenue, cash and banking services; monitoring petty cash; managing debtors and creditors; monitoring the recovery of outstanding debts; overseeing supplier payments; approving invoices and adjustments; reviewing reconciliations; and verifying subsistence and travel claims.
Enquiries: Ms N Socikwa – 072 313 2543
How to apply: Deliver your application to the Eastern Cape Deeds Registry, 40 Blakeway Road, Mthatha, 5100. Applicants are also encouraged to apply through the Deeds Portal:
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za
Applications must be submitted before the closing date.
4. DRS System Support Officer
Reference Number: 3/2/1/2026/285
Directorate: Registration and Information Services
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: R413,001 per annum (Level 08)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma in Information Technology or a degree in Computer Science. Relevant equivalent qualifications or certifications such as A+, N+, MCSE or Linux+ are also specified.
At least two years of relevant experience is required, including experience in hardware and software support, servers, IT technical support and server or network management.
Candidates should have knowledge of ICT systems, IT legislation and policies, internal controls and risk management. Planning, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills are also required.
Key duties
The successful candidate will provide desktop, network and server-room support to end users. Responsibilities include installing, updating and configuring devices and business applications, resolving technical incidents, monitoring network performance and supporting LAN connectivity.
The role also involves monitoring server-room conditions and access, checking antivirus and domain registration, removing unauthorised software, maintaining IT asset records, preparing system availability reports and supporting the procurement and disposal of IT equipment.
Enquiries: Ms DP Sambo – (012) 338 7230
How to apply: Deliver your application to the North Gauteng Deeds Registry, 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002, or apply through:
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za
5. Junior Examiner (Two Posts)
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/286
Directorate: Examination, Execution and Deeds Training Services
Location: Mbombela, Mpumalanga
Salary: R338,106 per annum (Level 07)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma in Law, National Diploma in Deeds Registration Law, B.Iuris, B Proc, LLB or a related equivalent qualification.
No previous experience is required.
Candidates should have knowledge of deeds registration procedures, statutory interpretation, examination of deeds and property law. Computer literacy, communication, numerical, organisational, interpersonal, problem-solving and time-management skills are also important.
Key duties
The successful candidates will prepare deeds for examination, verify registration information, examine deeds and supporting documents, check the accuracy of legal drafting and raise queries where necessary.
Other responsibilities include verifying compliance with examination notes, correcting office errors, interpreting interdicts and sectional title files, checking township files and general plans, processing endorsements, and sorting and distributing deeds according to transactions and batches.
Enquiries: Ms PT Maphanga – (013) 756 4000/70
How to apply: Submit your application to the Office of the Registrar of Deeds: Mpumalanga, 25 Bell Street, Mbombela, 1201. Applicants are also encouraged to apply through:
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za
6. Human Resource Clerk
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/278
Directorate: Human Resource Strategy Planning and Systems
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: R237,453 per annum (Level 05)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate or a relevant equivalent qualification.
Candidates should understand registry duties, data capturing, computer operations, records storage and retrieval, and the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Planning, organisation, computer literacy, communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills are also required.
Key duties
The successful candidate will assist with human resource administration, including recruitment and selection, appointments, transfers, qualification verification, interview secretariat functions and probationary periods.
The role also involves administering conditions of service, leave, medical and pension matters, allowances, performance management, termination of service and responding to human resource enquiries from internal and external clients.
Enquiries: Mr S Chimeloane – (012) 312 9528
How to apply: Submit your application by hand delivery to 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0001, or by email to Post278@dlrrd.gov.za.
7. Secretary – Information Technology Audit
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/279
Directorate: Information Technology Audit
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: R237,453 per annum (Level 05)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must possess a Grade 12 certificate or a relevant equivalent qualification.
Candidates should be computer literate, particularly in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Good telephone etiquette, organisational ability, communication skills, interpersonal skills, tact and discretion are required.
Key duties
The successful candidate will provide secretarial, reception and administrative support to the Director.
Duties include managing telephone calls and appointments, typing documents, arranging meetings and travel, processing travel and subsistence claims, preparing routine correspondence, handling invoices, maintaining filing systems, recording incoming and outgoing documents and assisting with office procurement.
Enquiries: Mr M Rammutla – (012) 312 9840
How to apply: Deliver your application to 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0001, or email it to Post279@dlrrd.gov.za.
8. Secretary – Land Reform Information Management, Risk and Compliance
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/280
Directorate: Land Reform Information Management, Risk and Compliance
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: R237,453 per annum (Level 05)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate or a relevant equivalent qualification.
Required skills include computer literacy, telephone etiquette, organisational ability, effective communication, interpersonal relations, tact and discretion.
Key duties
The successful candidate will provide secretarial and administrative support to the Director. Responsibilities include managing correspondence and telephone calls, recording appointments, arranging meetings and travel, processing invoices and travel claims, preparing routine documents, maintaining filing systems and handling office supplies.
The candidate will also be expected to remain familiar with departmental policies, procedures and applicable Public Service prescripts.
Enquiries: Ms N Makhubele – (012) 312 8142
How to apply: Submit your application by hand delivery to 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0001, or by email to Post280@dlrrd.gov.za.
9. Supply Chain Clerk (Three Posts)
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/283
Directorate: Supply Chain Management
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: R237,453 per annum (Level 05)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate or a relevant equivalent qualification.
No previous experience is required.
Candidates should have basic knowledge of supply chain management duties, data capturing, computer operations, statistics, public service legislation and workplace procedures. Planning, organisation, communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills are also required.
Key duties
The successful candidates will provide clerical support for asset management, demand management, acquisition and logistics.
Responsibilities include maintaining asset registers and supplier databases, registering suppliers on LOGIS or similar systems, requesting quotations, capturing purchasing specifications, placing orders, handling bid documents and supporting procurement processes.
Other duties include receiving and verifying goods, maintaining goods registers, issuing equipment and supplies to end users, and identifying obsolete or unserviceable assets for disposal.
Enquiries: Mr HS Tshinavhe – (012) 338 7324 or Ms PM Matsemela – (012) 338 7109
How to apply: Submit your application to the North Gauteng Deeds Registry, 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002, or use the Deeds Portal:
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za
10. Registry Clerk (Two Posts)
Reference Number: 3/1/1/1/2026/284
Directorate: Human Resource and Records Management
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary: R237,453 per annum (Level 05)
Minimum requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 certificate.
No previous experience is required.
Candidates should understand registry duties, data capturing, computer operations, records storage and retrieval, and the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Good communication, planning, organisation, computer literacy, teamwork and interpersonal skills are also required.
Key duties
The successful candidates will provide registry counter services, attend to enquiries, receive and register mail, manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, and maintain filing and records management systems.
Other responsibilities include opening and closing files, retrieving documents, maintaining registers, operating registry equipment, processing documents for archiving or disposal, scanning files and preparing records for archival storage.
Enquiries: Mr H Tshinavhe – (012) 338 7324
How to apply: Deliver your application to the North Gauteng Deeds Registry, 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002, or apply through:
http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za
Erratum: Chief Land Claims Commissioner
The Department has issued an amendment to the advertisement for the post of Chief Land Claims Commissioner, reference number 3/1/1/1/2026/274, which appeared in Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 dated 9 October 2026.
The department has clarified that the position is open to both public nominations and direct applications. All eligible members of the public, irrespective of race or gender, are encouraged to submit nominations or apply in line with the Employment Equity Act.
Closing date: 23 October 2026 at 16:00.
Applications or nominations can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to:
600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly Van der Walt Street), Berea Park, Pretoria, 0001.
Alternatively, email the application or nomination to Post274@dlrrd.gov.za.
The department has stated that all other conditions of the original advertisement remain unchanged.
How to Apply for Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Vacancies 2026
Applicants should prepare the required documents and follow the application method specified for their chosen position.
Required application documents
The department requires applicants to submit:
- A completed Z83 application form.
- A nomination letter, where required.
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) in PDF format, with a maximum file size of 10 MB.
Applications may be submitted by email or hand delivery, depending on the post. Certain Deeds Registry positions also allow applications through the Deeds Portal at http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za.
Applicants should use the correct email address or physical address provided under their preferred vacancy. Do not send duplicate applications for the same post. Candidates applying for more than one position must submit a separate application for each post.
Important information for shortlisted candidates
Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of relevant documents, including identity documents and qualifications, where required. Candidates applying for senior management positions must also provide service certificates supporting their senior management experience.
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports.
All shortlisted candidates, including Senior Management Service (SMS) candidates, will undergo two pre-entry assessments. These include a practical exercise to assess suitability for the technical and generic requirements of the post and an integrity assessment relating to ethical conduct.
The department may also conduct personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks, including checks of social media profiles.
Applicants must disclose pending criminal, disciplinary or other allegations and investigations, as well as any actual or perceived conflicts of interest and relevant board memberships or directorships. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract and annual performance agreement, and disclose their financial interests.
Submitting false or fraudulent qualifications may result in a criminal case being opened with the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Closing Date for DLRRD Vacancies 2026
The closing date for the advertised vacancies in this article is 30 October 2026 at 16:00. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered, including those delayed by technical or email server problems. The Chief Land Claims Commissioner position listed in the erratum has a separate deadline of 23 October 2026 at 16:00.
Email applicants will receive an automated acknowledgement. Applicants who submit their applications manually will not receive individual acknowledgements due to the high volume of applications. If you have not received feedback within three months, the department advises that you consider your application unsuccessful. The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development is an equal opportunity employer committed to representivity and affirmative action. The department reserves the right not to fill advertised positions or to cancel a recruitment process where necessary.
