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Research Assistant: Economic Agroecology (Four Years: Fixed Term Contract) (Pretoria)
Conduct of Economic analysis, including economic viability and economic feasibility of Agroecology farming systems.
Development of Enterprise budgets for Agroecology projects, including research experiments and trials.
Conduct Socio-Economic research on Agroecology and climate-change related topics.
Development of viable farm-designs towards resource optimization.
Publish popular and scientific articles related to the economics of Agroecology.
Provide administrative support to Senior Agricultural Economist, relating to Agroecology projects.
Requirements
Hons degree or four-year degree in Agricultural Economics
1-3 years' experience working in Agricultural research, including data collection through field surveys focusing on environmental and/or resource economics, development of viable farm designs
Good skills in statistical and econometric analysis
Good analytical, report writing and organizational skills.
Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite.
A valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB) would be an added advantage.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 24 DECEMBER 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 (as well as competency and leadership assessments).
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.
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