Senior Agricultural Registration Officer

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Overview This is a Senior Agricultural Registration Officer position within the Department Of Agriculture (Doa), specifically in the Directorate: Agriculture Inputs Control. The role is based in Gauteng: Pretoria and offers an annual salary of R413 001 (Level 08). The officer will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing administrative services related to the registration of agricultural inputs and managing various applications in line with relevant legislation. What you will do * Coordinate and oversee the provision of administrative services in the registration of agricultural inputs in line with relevant legislations. * Manage the registration of agricultural remedies applications in terms of the Fertilizer, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act (Act No. 36 of 1947). * Respond to routine enquiries with both internal and external stakeholders. * Develop and ensure maintenance of information databases and records management system. * Verify the correctness of the registration documents issued to stakeholders. * Compile correspondence to clients and external and internal stakeholders in relation to the registration applications. * Compile statistical information/reports relating to the registration applications. * Liaise with the Agricultural Management Advisors or Registrar for processing of registration applications. * Represent the unit at stakeholder liaison meetings. * Oversee and provide general financial administrative support for registration of Agricultural Inputs. * Facilitate payment to service providers for service rendered. * Ensure that the prescribed registration application fees are paid as per the regulations. * Locate and verify the payment of applications received. * Verify and reconcile the revenue collected through ledger notices. * Provide support in the review of tariffs for services offered by the directorate. * Facilitate the refunding of overpayments or duplicate revenue. * Assist auditors with the audit process in the directorate. * Process minor Agricultural Inputs registration applications. * Receive and verify documentation for minor applications (e.g., renewal of products, products name changes, and product ownership changes). * Ensure that the correct prescribed tariffs are paid. * Approve minor applications and issue certificates accordingly. * Perform Staff Supervision, including allocating and ensuring quality of work, ensuring capacity and development of staff, ensuring proper utilization of equipment, assessing staff performance, and applying discipline. Requirements (from the original advert) * Grade 12 certificate. * National Diploma or B-Degree (NQF 6) in Public Management / Public Administration / Office Administration / Business Administration / Business management. * Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience of administration in the regulatory environment. * **Job-Related Knowledge**: * Knowledge of Fertilizer, Farm Feeds, Agriculture Remedies and Stock Remedies Act No.36 of 1947 together with its regulations and standard operating procedures. * Public Service Regulations. * Procurement procedures. * Regulations relating to agricultural inputs, pest control operators and sterilizing plants. * Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). * Planning and organizing. * DPSA HR policies and prescripts. * **Job Related Skills**: * Supervisory skills. * Planning and executions. * Good interpersonal skills. * Problem solving skills. * Computer literacy. * Report writing. * Ability to communicate well with people at different levels. * Customer services skills. * Telephonic etiquette. * Motivational skills. * Innovative thinking. * Communication skills (verbal & written). * Willingness to work extended hours. * Possession of a valid driver’s license. Who should apply The ideal candidate for this role will hold a Grade 12 certificate along with a National Diploma or B-Degree (NQF 6) in fields such as Public Management, Public Administration, Office Administration, Business Administration, or Business Management. Applicants should have a minimum of two years of administrative experience within a regulatory environment. Key skills include supervision, planning, execution, strong interpersonal abilities, problem-solving, computer literacy, and effective verbal and written communication. Essential knowledge covers the Fertilizer, Farm Feeds, Agriculture Remedies and Stock Remedies Act No.36 of 1947, Public Service Regulations, procurement, agricultural inputs regulations, PFMA, planning and organizing, and DPSA HR policies. The role requires someone willing to work extended hours and possessing a valid driver’s license. The Department has an Employment Equity (EE) target for African Males and African, Coloured and Indian Females, and persons with disability. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-agriculture-doa-vacancies-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-3-3-1-99-2026 Source: govpage

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