The Agricultural Research Council
Manage the bacterial serology diagnostic laboratory and its human and capital resources. Compile and manages laboratory budgets and diagnostic prices. Identifying and motivating for capex. Compile or contribute to management reports; initiate and attend meetings, resolve operational problems, liaise with…
Manages projects on breeding and evaluation of tropical and subtropical crops at Addo. Manages daily activities in research blocks in the field with assistance of support staff. Manages project budgets to ensure effective resource allocation (funds and labour) within and…
Manage all field and nursery gene bank blocks at ARC research farms in Nelspruit, Hluhluwe, Addo, Levubu, Ncera and Bienne Donne, with support at remote stations. Co ordinate management of gene bank blocks with own team and support services. Manage…
Together with Project Manager, contribute towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans. Participate in sample collection and data capturing and adhere to proper data quality control protocols. Sample preparation and analyses, such as culturing, DNA extraction, and…
Attendance to clients and enquiries Update of information directories. Maintaining the office space and re stocking office supply. Handling all incoming and outgoing correspondence. Perform routine administrative tasks. Administration regarding human resources documents. Booking of trips, issue vehicles and submit…
Carrying out of farm practices as directed by farm management. Use and maintenance of tools and equipment that are made available. Carrying out of manual tasks as assigned by supervisors. Observance of Occupational Health and Safety instructions. Grade 10 and/…
Ensure effective workshop maintenance and repairs. Conduct irrigation maintenance services. Ensure effective management of fleet, machinery, storage and workshop. Conduct effective facility and infrastructure maintenance operations. Ensure proper management of operations. Ensure effective provision of health safety risk management service.…
Performs routine activities under the Senior Artisan’s supervision. Adheres to instructions from the Senior Artisan. Utilises tools and materials, and maintenance of the tools under supervision. Assists in research support and basic activities related to research under supervision. Provides verbal…
Project Management & Coordination The Researcher is responsible for conducting Research Projects across agronomy scope of studies. These involve the following aspects of the research; Research planning and Initiation. Equipment and Research Materials Project Human Resources. Project Finances. Risk Management…
Co ordinating the Procurement Function at Central Office (including amongst others, procuring goods and services, liaising with suppliers, obtaining quotations / tenders, guide in developing specifications, negotiating contracts and contract administration according to procurement policy). Cost management by applying best…
The ARC (Agricultural Research Council) seeks to appoint 3 independent, suitably qualified persons with knowledge of, inter alia, audit, finance, supply chain management, law, human resources, investigations, risk management, corporate governance and information technology, as well as Agricultural Sciences to…
Strategic Planning and Monitoring Collaborate with executive leadership to define and refine the organisation’s strategic direction. Analyse internal and external factors impacting the business landscape, identifying emerging opportunities and risks. Develop strategic plans, roadmaps, and frameworks to guide organisational growth…
Carrying out of Farm practices as directed by the Farm management and/or Researcher. Use and maintenance of tools and equipment that are made available. Carrying out of manual tasks as assigned by Supervisors. Observance of Occupational Health and Safety instructions…
Contributes to research, documentation, and promotion of traditional knowledge practices held by indigenous communities. Coordinates project tasks and deliverable deadlines, with continuous interaction with the project leader, project team, community coordinators and stakeholders. Interacts with the community beneficiary while playing…
Interacts with the community beneficiary while playing a role in community engagement activities that include, education (e.g. training, awareness raising, capacity building), research (e.g. data collection for monitoring and evaluation), and support (e.g. communications and stakeholder database) to ensure the…
Strategic planning and positioning of research programme nationally and internationally. Providing scientific leadership in a specific field of research in multi disciplinary teams, which will include quality control of all scientific outputs, projects, proposals, scientific publications, reports, scientific presentations, popular…
Working on a tractor with various implements such as a bush cutter, slasher, spraying machine, fertilizer spreader, planter, etc. at the correct speed. Ensure good quality work is done accurately, timeously and in a professional manner. Transporting farm produce, fertilizers,…
Performs accurate retrieval services and access to information according to the needs of clients Provides timeous and accurate document delivery according to the client's specifications Oversee the circulation and use of library material in a responsible way Successfully performs CAS…
Provide expertise for quality research and analysis in the field of social science research and development, and integration with other research programmes. Drive conceptualisation and implementation of multidisciplinary research projects and scaling of research for impact across the ARC. Facilitate…
Assist in providing advice and guidance to employees and management on labour matters. Assist in providing advice and guidance to management regarding the management of poor performance. Assist with handling of Disciplinary and grievance processes. Assist all three ER Managers…
Agricultural research and technology development. Evaluate research needs, develop, plan and conduct research projects, which includes proper implementation and financial control. Submit project proposals and seek new clients in collaboration with other researchers and technicians. Optimally use and supervise human…
Preparation of soil and plant samples (sorting, milling, grinding and sieving), movement of samples between various laboratories, packing of samples for storage, discarding of soil samples (20 L buckets) and washing soil containers. Operating heavy machinery for milling and grinding…
To render a quality analytical/diagnostic service by performing microbiological tests on animal feeding stuff, food, food additives and water as well as molecular testing from Veterinary and food samples in accordance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025. These include but…
Advertising Advertise ARC products and services on select media platforms that relate to participation at events, publications and relevant platforms. Comply with marketing and communication strategies. Comply with corporate identity and messaging. Physical/Virtual Events Showcase ARC products and services at…
Mechanical maintenance of plant machinery. Manufacturing of parts as per drawings/samples on a centre lathe/milling machine. Pipe fitting with refrigeration knowledge. Repair of equipment. Ensure well maintained assets. N6 Mechanical Certificate with Fitter and Turner Trade Test Certificate. Minimum of…
The Research Technician assists with technical projects across the Institute including management of the project finance and risk management The Research Technician assists with conducting technical projects activities. The Research Technician assists with technology transfer initiatives in the institution. Assisting…
Conduct research on a Nematology research project on Bush tea as the affiliated postgraduate student. Engage with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects. Disseminate project results through peer reviewed or popular publications and presentations at conferences. Collect, capture, process and…
Research support in the Nematology division on a project on Bush tea Report to project manager and stakeholders within affiliated research projects. Disseminate project results through peer reviewed or popular publications and presentations at conferences. Collect, capture, process and interpret…
Provides research support to Crop Protection research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. Research collaboration. Engages with fellow students, technical staff, and other researcher and outside collaborator involved in the projects Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences…
Contributes towards projects. Planning and coordinating of work activities and supervising allocated HR resources. Assists with managing project budgets and adheres to financial administrative controls. Plans own work activities according to project plans. Utilises and maintains own facilities, materials and…
Undertake PhD studies on biocontrols applicable to plant health improvement. Participate in planning, implementation and coordinating of biocontrols trials and conducting postharvest trials in different solanaceous plants species. Publishing peer reviewed articles in good journals and semi scientific articles, Capturing…
Participates in planning, implementation and coordinating the integration of DNA technology across all provinces. Assist with sample data capturing. Capture label data from samples collected. Quality control of data inputs. Upload data onto database. Sample preparation and processing (DNA extraction,…
Provides research support to Crop Protection research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. Engages with fellow students, technical staff, other researcher and outside collaborator involved in the projects. Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences and peer reviewed…
Render support to research personnel to ensure successful completion of project. Assist in training of extension officers, farmers and other stakeholders. Assist in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable. Adhere to financial administrative control. Utilise and…
Contribute towards projects, by compiling and executing technical project activity plans together with Project Manager. Contribute and assist towards research projects in plant pathology with a focus on grapevine (table, wine and raisin grapes) and fruit trees (citrus, stone, pome,…
Render support to research personnel to ensure successful completion of project. Assist in training of extension officers, farmers and other stakeholders. Assist in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable. Adhere to financial administrative control. Plan own…
Initiates and manages/contributes towards research projects on postharvest management, agro processing and product development. Conducts specific research with clear focus on developing geoprocessing and product development including nutraceuticals. Actively sources and secures new R&D opportunities related to product development. Compiles…
Manage the Residue Laboratory in diagnostic services and research output particularly for the National Chemical Residue Control and Monitoring Programme. Manage the Analytical Services of the PHZ programme together with personnel in the Residue section. Develop and validate analytical methods…
Conduct independent research on climate variability/change and agriculture. Conduct technology transfer activities related to climate variability/change in the agricultural sector. Contribute towards development and updating of climate services for the agricultural sector. Prepare and submit winning project proposals in collaboration…
Recruitment and Selection: Provide logistical support and advice on recruitment and selection procedures to the line and departmental managers. Implementation of HCM policies and procedures in line with relevant legislature. Administering of recruitment and selection procedures and processes (including but…
Strategic research direction for the Geoinformatics programme in harmony with the ARCs Strategic Plan. Undertake the development of new research projects which includes proper planning, design implementation, and financial control. Monitoring and evaluation of research and technology development projects, and…
Initiates and manages/contributes towards research projects on plant tissue culture method development and optimization, and in vitro propagation techniques. Conducts specific research with clear focus on developing in vitro techniques (such as somatic embryogenesis, meristem culture, etc.) for mass propagation,…
The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects: Research planning and initiation. Equipment and Research Materials.?? Project Human Resources.?? Project Finances.?? Risk Management and Mitigation.?? Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and…
Providing strategic research direction for the Soil Science programme in harmony with the ARCs Strategic Plan. Pro active personnel management in terms of application and effective utilization to maintain and strengthen the core of expertise within the Soil Science discipline.…
Initiates, manages and contributes towards national projects. Identifies the need for human resources in projects and manages the allocated resources. Is accountable for compiling and managing the project budget. Actively sources new national research opportunities and writes proposals. Plans and…
Provides research support to Crop Protection research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. Engages with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects. Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences and peer reviewed publications. Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and…
Capture label data from preserved insect specimens. Geo reference locality data. Quality control of data inputs. Upload data onto the Specify database. Providing scientific assistance to curator. BSc Honours/ B Agric Honours or equivalent at NQF 8. 1 year experience…
Key Performance Areas:Advertising: Advertise ARC products and services in select media platforms that relate to participation at events publications and relevant platforms. Comply with marketing strategy. Comply with corporate identity and messaging Physical/Virtual Events Showcase ARC products and services at…
The Research Technician is responsible conducting technical projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of project management. Project Human Resources. Project Finances. Project technical risk management The Research Technician is responsible for conducting technical projects. These activities include…
Co ordinates and executes field trials, by compiling and executing technical activity plans. Identifies the need for human resources and manages the allocated resources. Plans and co ordinates own and the supervised employees in the shared support R&D unit work.…
Key Performance Areas: Undertake MSc studies for three years at ARC SG within the DALRRD program in the fields of Crop Protection, Agronomy, Germplasm development of Small Grain Provide research support to ARC SG research projects as the affiliated postgraduate…