The ARC seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position(s) at Animal Production (ARC-AP), University of Western Cape (UWC), Pretoria and Eastern Cape:
Duration: 1 year fixed contract
Placement: Irene (Ap)
Ref No: AP73
Department: 02 – API
Business Unit: Industry: Research
Job Type: Contract
Posts Available: 18
Remuneration: Market Related
Job Description
- Assist in preparation of material and equipment’s for field works.
- Assist in data collections and data labelling in the field.
- Assist with data capture, storage and management during and after field work.
- Assist in ensuring proper use and management of research equipment.
- Assist in compiling monthly and quarterly reports for internal and external projects.
- Assist in general project management.
- Assist in coordinating the Range and Forage Science research activities.
- Adherence to standard operating procedure and Occupational Health and Safety policies.
- Contribute to all research projects managed by the ARC: AP-Range and Forage Sciences team.
- Provide verbal and written feedback on work activities.
- Support the Mission, Vision and core values of the ARC.
Job Requirements
National Diploma/BSc/Honours/MSc in:
- Agricultural Management, Animal Sciences, Plant Sciences, Wildlife Management and Biodiversity Conservation.
- Further post graduate qualifications will be an advantage.
- Prior experience in rangeland and/or animal related field work.
- Good Interpersonal Skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Excellent Communication skills (verbal and written).
- Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to deliver excellent customer service, externally and internally as well with maintaining confidentiality.
- Experience in handling multiple tasks.
- Ability to make informed decisions quickly and execute those decisions with confidence.
- Proven experience in working with large teams.
- A Driver’s license Code 8 or 10 will be an added advantage.
NB: Applicants must choose only one province in which they want to be placed.
Enquires: Dr FL Muller (012) 808 8234
Due Date: 07 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.
COMPLETE YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION HERE
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.
