INTRODUCTION
Department of Agriculture (DOA) has opened applications for an ICT Specialist (Business Analyst) position in Gauteng (Pretoria), and the closing date is 23 October 2026 at 16:00.
The advertised package is R932 292 a year (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS). This post was published in Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, issued on 09 October 2026.
| Job title | ICT Specialist (Business Analyst) |
| Department | Department of Agriculture (DOA) |
| Reference number | 3/3/1/85/2026 |
| Salary | R932 292 a year (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS). |
| Centre / location | Gauteng (Pretoria) |
| Province | Gauteng |
| Closing date | 23 October 2026 at 16:00 |
| Circular | PSV Circular 36 of 2026 |
ABOUT THE ROLE
Department of Agriculture (DOA) has created this opportunity (Directorate: ICT Solution Development). Quote 3/3/1/85/2026 on your application so it reaches the right panel. The work location is Gauteng (Pretoria). The department has indicated an employment equity target: Coloured Male, African Female, Indian Female and persons with disability.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The successful candidate will be expected to handle the following:
- Co-ordinate and manage the analysis of business needs, user requirements, objectives and goals for ICT programmes/projects within the agreed frameworks.
- Prepare for requirements elicitation.
- Conduct JAD sessions.
- Documents elicitation.
- Review /confirm documented requirements.
- Circulate document for formal sign-off.
- Map business processes and audit business systems.
- Map As-Is business processes.
- Conduct Gap-Analysis.
- Map To-Be business processes.
- Review/Confirm documented processes.
- Prepare business cases for systems development programmes/projects.
- Understand Business objectives.
- Conduct business impact analysis/stakeholder analysis.
- Schedule initial briefing session with all relevant stakeholders.
- Obtain High- Level functional requirements.
- Understand High-Level Business processes.
- Research/investigate solution options.
- Obtain Financials.
- Review/Confirm documented Business Case.
- Circulate Business Case for sign-off.
- Perform transversal business systems analysis.
- Assess Requirements against Transversal System.
- Assess organisational readiness.
- Define transition requirements.
- Prepare solution validation assessment.
- Develop Master Systems/ICT Plans.
- Conduct evaluation of existing ICT environment.
- Perform Gap Analysis between current environments & desired departmental strategic vision.
- Identify, evaluate & recommend future state technologies to modernize ICT environment.
- Draft Master Systems Plan.
- Review/Confirm MSP.
- Circulate MSP for sign-off.
REQUIREMENTS
To be considered, you should meet these requirements:
- Candidates must hold a Grade 12 certificate and a National Diploma in Computer Science / Information Technology (NQF level 6).
- At least 3 years supervisory experience in business case and business requirement specification (BRS) development.
- Knowledge needed: Business Process Re-engineering (6 SIGMA).
- Business System Analysis.
- Business Process Modelling (IDEF, BPEL, BPML).
- Functional design and user requirement specifications (UML).
- Business case development.
- Basic finance and accounting.
- Understanding of the Application Development Process (SDLC).
- Working knowledge of BPM Toolsets such as Case Wise or ARIS.
- Skills needed: Computer literacy, good grooming and presentation skills, good telephone etiquette, Good organisational skills, good people skills, High level of reliability, Communication skills (verbal and written).
- Team worker skills.
- Facilitation skills.
- Presentation skills.
- Planning and organising skills.
- Project Management skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Teamwork.
- A valid driver's license.
HOW TO APPLY
- Download the NEW Z83 form from the DPSA website and complete it in full.
- Prepare a detailed CV with your qualifications, experience and contact details.
- Write the reference number 3/3/1/85/2026 on your application.
- Submit as instructed: Applications can be hand delivered during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ICTSrecruit85@nda.gov.za
- Make sure your application reaches the department by 23 October 2026 at 16:00.
Enquiries: Ms T Sehoole Tel No: (012) 319 6527
Important notes:
- Read the full advert in the circular for the department's specific submission rules.
TIPS TO STRENGTHEN YOUR APPLICATION
- Apply separately for each post. One application covering several posts is normally only considered for the first one.
- Make sure your contact details on the Z83 and CV are current, with a working cellphone number and email address.
- Do not wait for the last day. Servers slow down near the closing date, and late applications are not considered.
- Check your email and phone regularly after the closing date. Departments only contact shortlisted candidates.
- If this is your first government application, read the DPSA guide on completing Z83 so you do not lose points on a simple form error.
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