Limpopo Department of Agriculture: WIL Programme – 15 Posts

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The Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development invites applications for the AgriSETA Work Integrated Learning Placement Programme for the 2026/2027 financial year. This opportunity is aimed at students who require practical workplace exposure in order to complete their qualification requirements. A total of 15 positions are available in the field of Farming Management.

Successful candidates will be placed at Madzivhandila College of Agriculture or at any workstation allocated by the College. The programme offers a 12-month fixed-term contract designed to provide structured on-the-job training, practical work experience, and exposure to the realities of the Public Service environment.

  • POSITION: AgriSETA Work Integrated Learning Placement (Farming Management)
  • DURATION: 12 Months (Fixed-Term Contract)
  • STIPEND: R60,000.00 per annum
  • LOCATION: Limpopo, South Africa
  • CLOSING DATE: 27 February 2026 @ 16H00

Applicants must be unemployed, between the ages of 18 and 35, and in possession of Grade 12 plus an N6 in Farming Management from a TVET College. The stipend for the programme is R60,000.00 per annum, and applications must be submitted before the closing date of 27 February 2026 at 16H00.

Reference: S6/6
To: All Heads of Department: Limpopo Provincial Government
Subject: Advertisement for AgriSETA Work Integrated Learning Placement at Madzivhandila College of Agriculture: 2026/2027 Financial Year

Limpopo Provincial Government: Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Vacancy Circular No. 13 of 2026.

Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer with clear employment equity targets. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR AGRISETA WORK INTERGRATED LEARNING PLACEMENT AT MADZIVHANDILA COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE: 2026/2027 FINANCIAL YEAR

Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development on behalf of AgriSETA presents fifteen (15) Work Integrated Learning opportunities for students currently studying in Colleges of Agriculture to fulfil the requirement of a qualification. Learners will be placed at Madzivhandila College of Agriculture or any other workstation allocated by the College.

DISCIPLINE:
Farming Management

NO OF POSTS:
15

REFERENCE NUMBER:
LDARD/AGRISETA 3/2/2026

CURRENT STUDIES:
Grade 12 plus N6 in Farming Management (those requiring Work Integrated Learning to qualify for a Diploma)

REQUIREMENTS

  • Applicants should be unemployed and between the ages of 18 and 35.
  • Applicants must have graduated from TVET colleges only.
  • Should have never participated in the AgriSETA Graduate Placement or any developmental programme.
  • Successful candidates will enter a twelve (12) months term contract with AgriSETA and Madzivhandila College of Agriculture.
  • Vhembe and Mopani district municipality residents will be given preferential consideration.
  • Proof of registration at a TVET College
  • Verifiable and valid proof that he/she requires Work Integrated Learning opportunities.
  • Copy of Matric certificates
  • N6 Farming Management certificate

DUTIES

Successful applicants will be offered a twelve (12) months comprehensive fixed term contract for structured on the job training to enable them to gain practical work experience and a better understanding of the needs and realities of the Public Service. This will prepare the graduates for proper entry into the formal job market.

APPLICATIONS

Applicants must quote the relevant reference number on the application and forward to the below address:

The Head of Department
Limpopo Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
Private Bag X9487, Polokwane 0700

Or hand delivered to:
Office 48, Temo Towers Floor 2,
67/69 Biccard Street,
Polokwane, 0699.

ENQUIRIES

Ms Modiba MM Tel No: (015) 294 3170
Ms Mothapo RL Tel No: (015) 294 3235
Ms Kgobe MA Tel No: (015) 294 3347

CLOSING DATE: 27 February 2026 @ 16H00

NOTE

Applicants must utilize the most recent Z83 application for employment form as issued by the Minister for the Public Service and Administration in line with Regulation 10 of the Public Service Regulation, 2016, as amended, failure to do so will result in disqualification.

The Z83 form must be completed in a manner that provides sufficient information about the candidate and the post he or she applies for by completing all relevant fields. The declaration must be signed in order for an applicant to be considered.

The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the new Z83 form by the applicants:

All the fields in Parts A, B, C, and D must be completed.

In Part B, all fields must be completed in full except the following:

  • South African applicants need not provide passport numbers.
  • If an applicant responds “no” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private Company conducting business with the State?” then the answer to the next question “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interests?” can be left blank or indicated as not applicable.
  • A “not applicable” or blank response will be allowed on the question “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”, if you are not in possession of such registration.

Noting there is limited space provided for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV) or see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information required is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified.

It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application of employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein.

The question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered (Applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section).

The application must include only completed and signed Z83 form and a recently updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience).

Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the date of the interview date.

The applicant may submit additional information separately where the space provided on Z83 form is not sufficient.

Applicants who apply for more than one position are requested to submit separate applications for each position they wish to apply for.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive and if you have not heard from us within 90 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

However, should there be any dissatisfaction, applicants are hereby advised to, within 90 days, request reasons from the Department for any administrative action which has adversely affected them in terms of section 5(1)(2) of the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act 3 of 2000.

By virtue of applying, you are consenting that the department subject you to personnel suitability checks e.g. the verification of educational qualifications, previous experience, citizenship, reference checks, financial checks and security vetting.

Candidates with foreign qualifications are advised to attach SAQA accreditation of their qualifications.

As per DPSA directive on human resources management and development for public service professionalization volume 1, “All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment”. Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application.

Successful incumbents will be expected to sign a performance agreement within three months of the assumption of duty and be required to disclose their financial interest in accordance with the prescribed regulations.

Failure to comply with the above requirements will result in the disqualification of the application.

The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment for the advertised posts. The employment decision shall be made based on the Employment Equity Plan for the Department.

Note: Due to austerity measures, the department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending interviews.