DEPARTMENT OF LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT VACANCIES
DEPARTMENT OF LAND REFORM AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
CLOSING DATE : 09 November 2026 at 16:00
NOTE : To apply, submit a completed Z83 form, (a nomination letter if required) and
detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via
e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server
delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered.
Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents
(Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service
certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources
before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA)
evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in
disqualification. All shortlisted candidate, including the SMS, shall undertake
two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a
candidates suitability based on the posts technical and generic requirements
and the other must be integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels
shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview
process.
To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you
must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School
of Government (NSG). Find course details here:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/
appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme:
Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All shortlisted candidates
for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following
the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) candidates will
undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities,
behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity NB:
Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will
be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case
shall be opened.
Applications: Please submit your application before the
closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate
applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for
each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an
automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged
due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us
within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should,
during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the
filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not
limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the
right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in
the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to
promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications
from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill
vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your
personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be
required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as
determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel
suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media
profiles).
Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any
other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security
clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance
agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to
declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships
of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to
disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
POST 38/209 : RECEPTIONIST REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/293
Directorate: Financial And Supply Chain Management Services
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Limpopo (Polokwane)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of an NQF Level 4
or 5 or relevant equivalent qualification. Job related knowledge: Microsoft
Package. Job related skills: Telephone etiquette. Communication (verbal and
written). Interpersonal relations. Switchboard operations. Ability to learn the
department’s service delivery components. Ability to take initiative. Ability to
work independently. Ability to organise work. Ability to prioritise work.
DUTIES : Receive telephonic calls, messages and channel to relevant role players. Take
down messages when required. Distribute message promptly. Attend to all
clients and visitors to relevant officials promptly. Welcome, receive and direct
clients to relevant units. Attend to all client queries. Supply basic information to
customers regarding the department ‘s service when required. Liaise with
internal and external personnel. Provide relevant information as required.
Operate the switchboard by answering incoming and outgoing calls at the
times. Keep database of other important contact number on an on-going basis.
Report fault on the telephone system when needed. Utilise the telephone
management system to monitor telephone cost on an ongoing basis. Screen
and forward calls. Receive telephone messages. Operate office equipment
such as printer and photocopiers. Update internal telephone directory when
required. Distribute internal telephone directory to internal users when
required. Print telephone cost report for each extension monthly. Maintain
telephone directory. Update telephone directory for the officials. Remove
inactive users in the internal directory. Maintain and control visitor register at
reception. Register visitor.
ENQUIRIES : Mr LS Mahasha Tel No: (015) 495 1956
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 61
Biccard street, Polokwane, 0700 or by email to Post293@dlrrd.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets: African, Coloured and Indian Males, and Coloured, Indian and
White Females, and Persons with Disabilities.
POST 38/210 : HUMAN RESOURCE CLERK REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/296
Directorate: Organisational Development and Service Delivery Improvement
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of Grade 12
Certificate or relevant equivalent qualification. Job related knowledge:
Knowledge of registry duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data,
and operate a computer. Working knowledge and understanding of the
legislative framework governing the Public Service. Knowledge of storage and
retrieval procedures in terms of the working environment. Understanding of the
work in registry. Job related skills: Planning and organisation. Computer
literacy. Language. Communication (verbal and written). Interpersonal
relations. Flexibility. Teamwork.
DUTIES : Implement human resource administration practices. Recruitment and
Selection (advertisements, appointments, transfer, verification of qualifications,
secretariat functions at interviews, absorptions, probationary periods e.g.).
Implement conditions of services (leave, housing, medical, injury on duty, long
service recognition, overtime, relocation, pension, allowances, Policy and
Procedure on Incapacity Leave and Ill-Health Retirement (PILIR) etc.).
Performance management. Termination of service. Adress human resource
administration enquiries. Respond to enquiries from internal and external
clients.
ENQUIRIES : Mr S Mahlangu Tel No: (012) 312 9582
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 600
Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van Der Walt Street) Berea Park,
Pretoria, 0001 or by email to Post296@dlrrd.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets: Coloured, Indian and White Males, and Coloured, Indian and White
Females, and Persons with Disabilities.
POST 38/211 : SUPPLY CHAIN CLERK REF NO: 3/1/1/1/2026/317
SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : KwaZulu Natal Deeds Registry: Pietermaritzburg
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12
Certificate or relevant equivalent qualification. Job Related Knowledge: Basic
knowledge of supply chain duties, practices as well as the ability to capture
data, operate computer and collecting statistics. Basic knowledge and
understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Basic
knowledge of work procedures in terms of the working environment. Job
Related Skills: Planning and organisation skills. Computer skills. Language.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
DUTIES : Render asset management clerical support. Compile and maintain records.
Check and issue furniture, equipment and accessories to components and
individuals. Identify redundant, non-serviceable and absolute equipment for
disposal. Verify asset register. Render demand and acquisition clerical support.
Update and maintain a supplier (including contractors) database. Register
suppliers on LOGIS or similar system. Request and receive quotations.
Capture specification on the electronic purchasing system. Place orders. Issue
and receive bid documents. Provide secretariat or logistical support during the
bid consideration and contracts conclusion process. Compile draft documents
as required. Render logistical support services. Place orders for goods.
Receive and verify goods from suppliers. Capture goods in registers
databases. Receive request for goods from end users. Issue goods to end
users. Maintain goods register. Update and maintain register of suppliers.
ENQUIRIES : Ms ZF Mthembu Tel No: (033) 355 6812 or Mr SA Mtshali Tel No: (033) 355 6811
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Office of
the Registrar of Deeds: Pietermaritzburg at 300 Pietermaritz Street,
Pietermaritzburg, 3201. Candidates are also encouraged to apply by using this
link http://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za before the closing date as no late
applications will be considered. Applications and supporting documents sent to
us that are not specified in the advertisement for the post that you are applying
for will not be accepted
NOTE : EE Targets: Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White
Females, and Persons with Disabilities.
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