DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Agriculture And Rural Development

Senior Project Manager

Salary or stipendR1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive MMS salary package)

The Department of Agriculture And Rural Development is looking for a Senior Project Manager. This is a permanent role based in KwaZulu-Natal.

Head Office - Cedara

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/159, page 126

Reference number
SSC24/2026 (X2 POSTS)
Appointment
Permanent
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Job level
12
Centre
Head Office - Cedara

What you will need

  • A Bachelor’s degree/ Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7, a SAQA recognised qualification in Project Management and a valid driver’s licence.
  • Knowledge: RSA Constitution, White Paper on Agriculture for KZN, Norms & Standards for Extension and Advisory Services, Strategy for Agrarian Transformation in KZN, Agricultural Policy Action Plan, National Development Plan, Provincial Growth and Development Plan, Public Service Act, Public Administration Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, EPMDS, community development, Public Participation, community outreach, project management principles, social dynamics of KZN communities, Service Delivery Frameworks, Treasury Regulations.
  • Skills: Language, listening, presentation, analytical thinking, interpersonal relations, computer skills, strategic planning, organizational skills, research, analytical, leadership, financial management, time management, report writing, problem solving, 127 communication. conflict management, change management, self-disciplined and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision leadership, project management, people management, relationship management and decision making.

Experience

Experience: 3 years’ junior management experience in a project management environment.

Driver's licence

A Bachelor’s degree/ Advanced Diploma at NQF level 7, a SAQA recognised qualification in Project Management and a valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

  • Skills: Language, listening, presentation, analytical thinking, interpersonal relations, computer skills, strategic planning, organizational skills, research, analytical, leadership, financial management, time management, report writing, problem solving, 127 communication. conflict management, change management, self-disciplined and able to work under pressure with minimum supervision leadership, project management, people management, relationship management and decision making.

Key responsibilities

  • Coordinate and facilitate planning of all agricultural projects including approval process.
  • Monitor, evaluate and report on the implementation of agricultural projects.
  • Ensure the provision and coordination of administration and other related services pertaining to projects.
  • Develop and ensure implementation of policies and strategies related to agricultural projects.
  • Manage the resources of the sub-

Additional details

  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

  • Enquiries: Mr ME Ngcobo at 082 461 8728
  • Telephone: 082 461 8728

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