OUR MANDATE
The Department of Agriculture aims to improve the lives of rural South Africans by focusing on rural development, land reform, and food security. This includes addressing basic needs, promoting land reform and rural businesses, supporting local markets and infrastructure, increasing investment in agricultural infrastructure for smallholder farme...
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Scientist (Production) Grade A (Crop Science, Horticulture)
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.
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. A valid driver's license.
Duties
Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems, and procedures. To perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Research and development. Human capital development.
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