Job Description

• Plans and coordinates work activities according to project plans.
• Supervises allocated human resources where applicable.
• Assists in managing project budgets and adheres to financial administrative controls.
• Conducts field-based research support, and technical services.
• Collects, captures, and processes data, including basic statistical analysis.
• Prepares and submits verbal and written reports on work activities and results.
• Optimises equipment, processes, or systems under supervision.
• Provides technical input into the optimisation of new technologies.
• Assists in training junior staff and interns in field protocols and techniques.
• Participates in community engagement and participatory fieldwork.
• Complies with Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and procedures.

• A National Diploma or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification in crop production and/or pasture science.
• 3 years of experience in working with forage production, agronomy and planted pastures
• Understanding of agricultural principles and implements related to research projects.
• Experience in working with a large team including students and farmers.
• Evidence of contributions in publications and/or involvement in presentations (e.g. farmers' days).
• Willing to do extensive traveling to research sites over multiple provinces is mandatory.
• Knowledge on maintenance of equipment and infrastructure needed for research.
• Knowledge on safety standards as prescribed by the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Must have a Driver's license Code 8 or 10.
• Registration with relevant scientific registration body will be an advantage.

NB: Applicants must choose only one province they want to be place in .
Enquires: Mr. P. Rakau Tel: ( 033) 355 9529
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 06 AUGUST 2025
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance.
Preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by a covering letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver's license must be attached on the form.
A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.