Directorate: Land Use and Soil Management – Administration Clerk Vacancies 2026

The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of ADMINISTRATION CLERK: REF NO 3/3/1/56/2025 within the Directorate: Land Use and Soil Management in Pretoria, Gauteng. This role provides essential clerical, administrative, and data management support within the component to ensure smooth operational service delivery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing records, handling correspondence, supporting procurement processes, and assisting with financial and personnel administration tasks. This position is ideal for entry-level candidates seeking experience within the public service administration environment.

Salary

R228 321 per annum (Level 5)

Remuneration will be paid according to public service salary scales applicable to Level 5 positions.

Centre

Pretoria
Gauteng Province

Applicants must clearly quote REF NO 3/3/1/56/2025 in their application.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualification:

• Grade 12 Certificate (Matric).

Experience Requirements:

• No experience is required for this position.

Job Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge of clerical duties and administrative practices.
• Ability to capture data accurately and operate computer systems.
• Understanding of public service legislative frameworks.
• Knowledge of working procedures within government office environments.

Skills Requirements:

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong planning and organizational abilities.
• Computer literacy (MS Office applications).
• Good interpersonal relations skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work in a team environment.
• Language proficiency.

Candidates must demonstrate reliability, accuracy, and professionalism when handling official documents and data.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

General Clerical Support

• Provide general administrative and clerical support services.
• Capture, organize, store, and retrieve correspondence and data.
• Update registers and statistical records.

Document and Communication Management

• Handle routine enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Make photocopies and send or receive facsimiles.
• Distribute documents and packages to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain incoming and outgoing correspondence registers.
• Type letters, reports, and official correspondence when required.

Records and Filing Management

• Maintain filing systems for the component.
• Ensure proper storage and safekeeping of official documents.

Supply Chain Administrative Support

• Provide procurement clerical support services.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding procurement processes.
• Obtain quotations for standard office supplies.
• Complete procurement forms for purchasing office items.
• Maintain stock control of stationery.
• Maintain the asset register of the component.

Personnel Administration Support

• Maintain leave registers.
• Keep and update personnel records.
• Maintain attendance registers for staff members.

Financial Administration Support

• Capture and update expenditure records.
• Check subsistence and travel claims for accuracy before submission to management.
• Assist with telephone account administration.
• Manage petty cash records.

Travel and Logistics Support

• Arrange travel and accommodation for staff members when required.

The Administration Clerk plays a vital role in supporting efficient administrative operations and ensuring proper record management within the component.

Work Environment

The position is based in Arcadia, Pretoria at Agriculture Place.

The work environment involves office-based administrative tasks requiring accuracy, confidentiality, and professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Enquiries

Ms E van Dyk
Tel: (012) 319 7558

How to Apply

Applications can be submitted via:

Hand Delivery (Office Hours Only):
20 Steve Biko Street
Agriculture Place
Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002

Or Email Applications To:
ACrecruit562025@nda.gov.za

Applicants must clearly quote REF NO 3/3/1/56/2025 in their application.

Applicants must submit CV, certified copies of qualifications, and supporting documents.

Important Notes

• Employment Equity Target: African and White Males and Persons with Disabilities.
• No experience is required for this post.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to verification checks and assessments.

Applicants must ensure all information submitted is accurate and complete.

Apply for ADMINISTRATION CLERK: REF NO 3/3/1/56/2025

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply before the closing date.

Closing Date: 13 March 2026 at 16:00

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Submit your application via email or hand delivery and ensure all supporting documents are attached.