The ARC-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic persons to the following positions at Irene, Pretoria
Positions (To Be Placed In All 9 Provinces) (2-Years Contract)
Ref No: AP56
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit: Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 38
Remuneration: Market Related
Job Description
- Provide animal recording and improvement services to smallholder farmers.
- Participate in the training and recruitment of farmers and teams in Kaonafatso ya Dikgomo Beef Recording and Improvement Scheme.
- Visit farmers for beef recording and improvement purposes.
- Train new participants in different phases of beef schemes.
- Participate in focus sessions/meetings with farmers’ teams/individuals.
- Collecting information from all possible sources to compile a database of current herd statistics and performance of livestock owned by resourced poor farmers to derive performance indicators.
- Participate in the provincial farmer support team to implement the project.
- Compile monthly reports.
Job Requirements
- National Diploma in Animal Production.
- Motivated and prepared to travel to farms and villages.
- Good human relations
- Good communication skills written and verbal.
NB: Applicants must choose only one province they want to be place in.
Enquires: Dr. DM Motiang, Tel: (012) 672 9147
Due Date: 24 JULY 2025
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 and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
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NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees.
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. The company has the right not to appoint
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a South African science institution focused on agricultural research, development, and technology transfer. It was established in 1990 to support and develop the agricultural sector through research, innovation, and human capital development. The ARC’s core mandate includes conducting research, driving technology development, and disseminating information to promote agriculture, improve quality of life, conserve natural resources, and alleviate poverty.
