Administration Clerk – Department of Agriculture (DOA) Vacancies 2026
| Job Title | Administration Clerk: Ref No 3/3/1/56/2025 |
|---|---|
| Date Posted / Closing Date | Closing Date: 13 March 2026 at 16:00 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Salary | R228 321 per annum (Level 5) |
| Company | Department of Agriculture (DOA) |
| Employment Type | Permanent (Public Service) |
| Industry | Government Administration |
Introduction
The Administration Clerk role within the Government Administration sector offers stable public service employment in Pretoria.
- Annual salary of R228 321 (Level 5)
- No experience required
- Based at Agriculture Place, Arcadia
- Opportunity to enter structured public sector employment
- Part of Department of Agriculture (DOA) careers
This opportunity forms part of the latest Department of Agriculture (DOA) vacancies and supports candidates seeking Gauteng government jobs 2026.
About the Role
The successful candidate will provide structured clerical and administrative support within the Directorate: Land Use and Soil Management.
This position focuses on office administration, record management, procurement support, and financial administration functions aligned with public sector compliance standards.
- Render general clerical support services
- Record, organise, store and retrieve correspondence
- Capture data and update registers and statistics
- Handle routine enquiries and document distribution
- Maintain filing systems and document registers
- Provide supply chain clerical support
- Obtain quotations and complete procurement forms
- Manage office stationery stock control
- Maintain asset register
- Administer leave and attendance registers
- Arrange travel and accommodation
- Capture and update expenditure records
- Process subsistence and travel claims
- Handle petty cash and telephone accounts
Who Should Apply
- Candidates with a Grade 12 Certificate
- Applicants seeking entry-level government employment
- Individuals interested in public administration careers
- Candidates with basic computer literacy
- Applicants aligned with EE Target: African and White Males and Persons with disabilities
This role suits organised individuals who can work within a structured government environment and follow legislative frameworks governing the Public Service.
Skills and Requirements for Administration Clerk
- Grade 12 Certificate (Matric)
- No experience required
- Knowledge of clerical duties and administrative procedures
- Ability to capture data and collect statistics
- Understanding of Public Service legislative framework
- Language proficiency (verbal and written)
- Planning and organisational skills
- Computer literacy
- Interpersonal relations skills
- Ability to work in a team
- Flexibility in a structured work environment
All qualifications will be verified, and candidates must comply with public sector governance standards during the recruitment process.
Benefits
- Permanent public service employment
- Structured government salary scale (Level 5)
- Exposure to supply chain management processes
- Financial administration experience
- Opportunity for career growth within Department of Agriculture (DOA) jobs
- Experience aligned with public sector compliance standards
This role offers long-term stability and professional development within government administration.
Important Notes
- Employment subject to personnel suitability checks
- Security vetting and reference checks required
- Shortlisted candidates must provide certified documents before interviews
- Foreign qualifications require SAQA evaluation
- Late applications will not be considered
- Separate applications required for multiple posts
- False qualifications will be reported to South African Police Services (SAPS)
- Department reserves the right not to fill the vacancy
- Successful candidates must sign employment contract and performance agreement
Enquiries
- Ms E van Dyk
- Tel: (012) 319 7558
Note: Do not send applications to the enquiry email or contact.
Need Help With the Registration or Application Process?
Applications are handled directly by the Department of Agriculture (DOA). Applicants must follow the official submission instructions exactly as stated. This website provides verified job information only and does not process applications.
Closing Thoughts
The Administration Clerk position provides an entry point into structured public sector employment in Gauteng.
- Stable annual salary
- No prior experience required
- Clear administrative duties
- Career pathway within Department of Agriculture (DOA) careers
If you meet the requirements for Administration Clerk, ensure your documents are correctly submitted before the closing date for Department of Agriculture (DOA) vacancies.
Closing Date
Closing date: 13 March 2026 at 16:00
How to Apply for Administration Clerk
To apply for this post, submit a completed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery.
- Hand delivery during office hours to: 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, ARCADIA, Pretoria, 0002
- Email application to: ACrecruit562025@nda.gov.za
- Submit before 13 March 2026 at 16:00
- Do not submit duplicate applications
- Submit separate applications if applying for multiple posts
How to Apply Safely
Applications must be submitted through the official Department of Agriculture (DOA) recruitment channels listed above. Never pay any fee to apply for a government job. Always verify vacancy details directly with the employer to avoid recruitment scams or fraudulent postings.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the salary? R228 321 per annum (Level 5).
- What are the requirements for Administration Clerk? Grade 12 Certificate with no experience required.
- Where is the job located? Pretoria, Gauteng.
- What is the closing date for Department of Agriculture (DOA) vacancies? 13 March 2026 at 16:00.
- How to apply for Administration Clerk? Submit Z83 form and CV via email or hand delivery as stated above.
