Job Requirements
BSc degree (Hon) (NQF 8) in Crop Science / Agronomy / Horticulture / Fruit Science as recognized by SAQA. Valid compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a professional Natural Scientist. Three (3) years post-qualification natural scientific experience. Technical Competencies: Programme and project management. Scientific methodologies and models. Research and development. Computer- aided scientific applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Creating a high-performance culture. Professional judgment. Data analysis. Policy development and analysis. Scientific presentation. Recognized level of expertise. Mentoring. Generic Competencies: Decision making. Team leadership and teamwork. Analytical skills. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Networking. Computer literacy (MS Office, MS Excel and MS PPT). People management. Planning and organising. Conflict management. Change management. Problem-solving and analysis. Innovation. A valid driver’s licence.
Duties
Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems, and procedures. To perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Research and development. Human capital development.
What is the Salary
R791 604 per annum, (OSD)
Location
Cradock, Barthurst, Dohne Research Station (Stutterheim)
How to Apply
Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066 For e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: erecruitment@drdar.gov.za
Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the
Apply Before:
31 July 2026
Reference No:
DOA/04/07/2026
Additional Information
The EE Target for this position is Youth, Females and People with Disabilities.
