The Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) has advertised several support and administrative vacancies across its district services.
The available posts include Secretary, Administrative Clerk, Registry Clerk and Driver Operator positions. Salaries range from R201 093 to R237 453 per annum depending on the position. The vacancies and their requirements are set out in the official advert extract supplied.
Details
| Position | Location | Salary | Reference |
| Secretary | Ehlanzeni North District | R237 453 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/81 |
| Administrative Clerk | Tonga | R237 453 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/82 |
| Administrative Clerk | Gert Sibande District | R237 453 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/83 |
| Administrative Clerk | KwaMhlanga | R237 453 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/84 |
| Administrative Clerk | Emalahleni | R237 453 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/85 |
| Registry Clerk | Nkangala District | R237 453 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/86 |
| Driver Operator | Tonga | R201 093 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/87 |
| Driver Operator | Kwaggafointein Veterinary Clinic | R201 093 p.a. | DARDLEA/2026/08/88 |
The article below keeps each vacancy’s qualification and location and reference number separate in line with the Career27 publishing rules.
1. Secretary – Ehlanzeni North District
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/81
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Ehlanzeni North District
Requirements
Applicants need Grade 12 plus a recognised Secretarial Diploma or related qualification.
Experience providing secretarial or administrative support services is required. A driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
Candidates should have knowledge of Public Service legislative frameworks and policies and processes. The position also requires interpersonal and organisational abilities and written and verbal communication skills.
Advanced computer literacy in applications such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint and Microsoft Word is required along with research and analytical abilities.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide administrative and secretarial support within the Directorate. This includes managing appointments and supporting the Senior Manager with meetings and recording minutes and coordinating meeting logistics.
The role also involves assisting with office budget administration and coordinating documents relating to the Director or Chief Director’s budget.
Enquiries: Mr S. Mogakane – 082 338 2476 or Ms M. Matsoalela – 072 459 8078
2. Administrative Clerk – Tonga
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/82
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Tonga
Sub Directorate: Ehlanzeni South Environmental Empowerment Services
Requirements
Applicants require Grade 12 plus a recognised Higher Certificate / National Diploma in Public Administration and experience in an administrative field.
A driver’s licence is required.
Candidates should understand financial and procurement procedures and departmental procedures and relevant Public Service legislation including the Public Finance Management Act.
Duties
Responsibilities include providing administrative and logistical support and typing and proofreading documents and managing incoming and outgoing documents.
The Administrative Clerk will also assist with budget administration and filing and document tracking and inventory control. The position includes consolidating and compiling a Portfolio of Evidence in preparation for audit.
Enquiries: Ms MH Sekoma or Ms EM Mkhonza – (013) 759 4000
3. Administrative Clerk – Gert Sibande District
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/83
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Gert Sibande District
Sub Directorate: Gert Sibande Environmental Empowerment Services
Applicants require Grade 12 plus a recognised Higher Certificate / National Diploma in Public Administration and administrative experience.
A driver’s licence is required. Candidates should also understand financial and procurement procedures and relevant departmental policies and Public Service legislation.
The position provides administrative and logistical support including document management and budget support and filing and inventory control and audit preparation.
Enquiries: Ms N. Hlatshwayo or Ms K.L. Mdlalose – (017) 819 5377
4. Administrative Clerk – KwaMhlanga
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/84
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: KwaMhlanga
Sub Directorate: Nkangala Environmental Empowerment Services
Applicants require Grade 12 plus a recognised Higher Certificate / National Diploma in Public Administration and experience in an administrative field.
A driver’s licence is required.
The successful candidate will provide administrative and logistical support including document management and budget support and filing and tracking and inventory control. The position also assists with compiling a Portfolio of Evidence for audit purposes.
Enquiries: Mr A. Kekana – 079 630 1770
5. Administrative Clerk – Emalahleni
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/85
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Emalahleni
Sub Directorate: Nkangala Environmental Empowerment Services
Candidates need Grade 12 plus a recognised Higher Certificate / National Diploma in Public Administration and administrative experience.
A driver’s licence is required.
The duties cover administrative and logistical support and document management and budget support and filing and inventory control. The successful candidate will also assist with compiling a Portfolio of Evidence in preparation for audit.
Enquiries: Mr A. Kekana – 079 630 1770
Administrative Clerk Skills and Competencies
For the Administrative Clerk posts the Department requires strong written and verbal communication and organisational and interpersonal skills.
Applicants should have computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel and PowerPoint. They should be able to work individually and within a team and work under pressure and handle multiple responsibilities. The advert also identifies responsibility and loyalty and honesty as important attributes.
6. Registry Clerk – Nkangala District
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/86
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Nkangala District
Sub Directorate: Nkangala District Corporate Service
Requirements
Applicants require Grade 12 plus a recognised Higher Certificate / National Diploma qualification in Records Management or a related field.
A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.
Candidates should have knowledge of the National Archives and Records Services Act and MISS as well as records management policies and procedures and manuals.
Knowledge of legislation governing records management such as the Promotion of Access to Information Act will serve as an advantage.
Duties
The Registry Clerk will be responsible for the safekeeping and filing and retrieval of departmental records.
Other responsibilities include maintaining registers and controlling records and implementing records management policies and handling incoming and outgoing mail and assisting with records management reports.
Enquiries: Mr A. Kekana – 079 630 1770
7. Driver Operator – Tonga
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/87
Salary: R201 093 per annum
Centre: Tonga
Sub Directorate: Ehlanzeni South Engineering Services
Requirements
Applicants need Grade 12 or an equivalent appropriate qualification recognised by SAQA.
A valid Code C1 / Code 10 driver’s licence and Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) are required.
Applicants must have experience driving and operating specialised vehicles and agricultural machinery and equipment.
Duties
The successful candidate will operate departmental vehicles and specialised equipment and agricultural machinery.
Responsibilities include transporting officials and work teams and agricultural inputs and equipment. The Driver Operator will conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance checks and maintain required operational records.
The position also involves supporting agricultural infrastructure and production activities at departmental facilities and project sites.
Enquiries: Ms MH Sekoma or Ms EM Mkhonza – (013) 759 4000
8. Driver Operator – Kwaggafointein Veterinary Clinic
Reference: DARDLEA/2026/08/88
Salary: R201 093 per annum
Centre: Kwaggafointein Veterinary Clinic
Sub Directorate: Nkangala Veterinary District Services
Requirements
Applicants require Grade 12 and previous driving experience. The advert specifically requires a minimum of two years’ working experience as a driver.
A valid Code C1 / Code 10 driver’s licence and Professional Driving Permit (PrDP) are required.
Duties
The Driver Operator will drive the veterinary mobile clinic to farms and villages and dip tanks and other service points.
The role includes transporting veterinary and para-veterinary staff and equipment and medicines and vaccines and other supplies. The successful candidate will also inspect and maintain the vehicle and keep accurate logbooks and assist with setting up the mobile clinic.
The position also involves supporting the safe transportation of animal specimens and maintaining hygiene and biosecurity requirements.
Enquiries: Mr A. Kekana – 079 630 1770
How to Apply
Applications for the Mpumalanga DARDLEA vacancies 2026 can be submitted online through the official Mpumalanga Provincial Government e-Recruitment system. The portal requires applicants to register or log in before applying for available vacancies.
Apply Online for Mpumalanga DARDLEA Vacancies
Applicants should search for the relevant DARDLEA position and make sure they select the correct reference number before submitting their application.
Closing Date: 11 September 2026
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