{"id":26096,"date":"2026-03-02T14:26:27","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T12:26:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/?p=26096"},"modified":"2026-03-02T14:26:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T12:26:27","slug":"epwp-vacancies-2026-kwazulu-natal-department-of-agriculture-and-rural-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zentrofly.com\/jobs\/epwp-vacancies-2026-kwazulu-natal-department-of-agriculture-and-rural-development\/","title":{"rendered":"EPWP Vacancies 2026 \u2013 KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Animal Health Technician (60 Posts) | Data Capturer (80 Posts) | Administration Clerk (22 Posts)<\/strong><br><strong>Closing Date: 11 March 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is inviting applications for Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) contract positions as outlined in Identical Circular No. 02 of 2026 IDENTICAL-CIRCULAR-NO.-02-OF-20\u2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These positions are linked to the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) campaign and are available across various districts in KwaZulu-Natal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. EPWP Animal Health Technician (60 Posts)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reference:<\/strong> EPWP 01\/2026<br><strong>Remuneration:<\/strong> R500 per day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>uGu, eThekwini, ILembe, uMgungundlovu, Harry Gwala, uThukela, Amajuba, uMzinyathi, Zululand, King Cetshwayo, uMkhanyakude<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>-National Diploma in Animal Health (NQF Level 6)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Compulsory registration with the South African Veterinary Council<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Valid driver\u2019s licence<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-1\u20132 years post-qualification experience (advantageous)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Knowledge of veterinary legislation and disease control<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>-Plan and implement disease control measures<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Provide extension services to animal owners<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Conduct primary animal health care activities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Support vaccination campaigns and quarantine services<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Perform administrative and reporting functions<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. EPWP Data Capturer (80 Posts)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reference:<\/strong> EPWP 02\/2026<br><strong>Remuneration:<\/strong> R400 per day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>uMkhanyakude, Zululand, King Cetshwayo, uMzinyathi, Harry Gwala, uMgungundlovu, uThukela, Amajuba, ILembe, uGu, eThekwini<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>-Senior\/National Senior Certificate (Matric)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-No experience required<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Access)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Good communication and reporting skills<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>-Capture and verify animal vaccination data<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Record ear tag numbers and owner details<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Upload real-time vaccination data<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Generate daily, weekly and monthly reports<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Maintain digital and physical filing systems<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-Ensure accurate record keeping during the FMD campaign<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. EPWP Administration Clerk (22 Posts)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reference:<\/strong> EPWP 03\/2026<br><strong>Remuneration:<\/strong> R400 per day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Centres<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>uMkhanyakude, Zululand, King Cetshwayo, uMzinyathi, Harry Gwala, uMgungundlovu, uThukela, Amajuba, ILembe, uGu, eThekwini<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Senior\/National Senior Certificate (Matric)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No experience required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Access)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong planning and organisational skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Capture, store and retrieve vaccination data<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain livestock statistics database<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Generate progress reports<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist with logistics and field support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compile S&amp;T claims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide administrative support during public awareness campaigns<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General Competencies for All Posts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ability to work under pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High level of accuracy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work in a team<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willingness to work weekends and extended hours during the FMD campaign<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must use the prescribed <strong>New Z83 Application Form<\/strong> (effective from 01 January 2021), obtainable from any Public Service Department or <a>www.dpsa.gov.za<\/a> IDENTICAL-CIRCULAR-NO.-02-OF-20\u2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications must include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fully completed and signed Z83 form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comprehensive CV<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All applications must be addressed to the <strong>Acting Head of Department<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must use ONLY ONE submission method and must not submit more than one application per reference number IDENTICAL-CIRCULAR-NO.-02-OF-20\u2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hand Delivery or Courier:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>South Service Centre: 4 Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton, 3245<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>North Service Centre: Lot No. 11634, Corner of Via Verbena and Loop Street, VeldEnVlei, Richards Bay, 3900<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Head Office: 01 Cedara Road, Pietermaritzburg, 3200<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Email Submission:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a>kznjobsouth@kzndard.gov.za<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a>kznjobsnorth@kzndard.gov.za<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>No late applications will be accepted.<br>If you do not receive feedback within three (3) months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful IDENTICAL-CIRCULAR-NO.-02-OF-20\u2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Closing Date: 11 March 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For enquiries:<br>Mr OJ Morake \u2013 Tel: 033 355 9331<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Animal Health Technician (60 Posts) | Data Capturer (80 Posts) | Administration Clerk (22 Posts)Closing Date: 11 March 2026 KwaZulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is inviting applications for Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) contract positions as outlined in Identical Circular No. 02 of 2026 IDENTICAL-CIRCULAR-NO.-02-OF-20\u2026. 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