Active Jobs at Agricultural Research Council

Description

• Conducts research in the field of vegetable seed health.
• Initiates, manages and contributes towards national projects.
• Identifies the need for human resources in projects and manages the allocated resources.
• Is accountable for compiling and managing the project budget.
• Actively sources new national research opportunities and writes proposals.
• Manages data capturing, analysis, interpretations and recommendations.
• Compiles detailed reports and seeks approval for final reports.
• Renders diagnostic and advisory services at a national level.
• Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, manual productions, radio and TV talks, and other marketing events.

Requirements

• MSc degree in Plant Pathology / Botany / Microbiology or related field.
• Six months to one-year applicable experience in seed health or seed quality testing.
• Experience in managing a research laboratory.
• Practical experience in seed quality testing.
• Experience in vegetable seed production and postharvest handling will be an added benefit.
• Good verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

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Description

• Maintenance of assets and infrastructure.
• Deliver planned & reactive maintenance service covering full hard FM spectrum on Plumbing installations, systems & minor building works.
• Conduct maintenance on plumbing equipment as per schedule, preventative or emergency fault rectification.
• Maintenance and use of tools and equipment.
• Implement equipment service specifications in accordance with Client & Company requirements.
• Assist manager with stock levels.
• Assist manager with up to date register for tools.
• Compliance with health and safety regulations and correct quality standards.
• Perform inspection of facility, plumbing equipment on site, identify areas of risk & report back for rectification.
• Repair and servicing of equipment and irrigation system.
• Installing and serving of new equipment and system.

Requirements

• Grade 12 / N4 or N5-N6 plus Plumbing Trade Test certificate.
• Grade 12 / N4 must have +5 years of experience post trade certificate in a wide range of artisan work (Plumbing equipment maintenance or Building Maintenance or general farm work).
• N5-N6 must have 3- 5 years of experience post trade certificate in a wide range of artisan work (Plumbing equipment maintenance, Building Maintenance and general farm work).
• Valid SA Driver's License.
• Computer literacy (Intermediate skill level).
• Knowledge of OHS Act & ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
   

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Description

• The primary purpose of the role is to provide high quality administrative support to the various activities and projects supported by the Medicinal and Industrial Crops Division.
• Manage the functioning of the Research Team Manager’s office by developing, tracking, and following up processes to ensure that they are dealt with timeously.
• Set up systems to co-ordinate the flow of correspondence within the Research Team Manager’s office with the research team, stakeholders, as well as correspondence with the ARC Central Office.
• Responsible for general secretarial and administrative tasks, such as correspondence, calendar management, telephone coverage, presentations, monitor of emails and presentations, using MS Office programs.
• Coordinate and organize internal and external meetings.
• Maintain records through filing, retrieval, retention, storage, compilation, coding, updating and destruction.
• Manage the Research Team Manager’s diary, arranging travel and accommodation and to take notes or dictation at meetings, or to provide general assistance during presentations.
• Assist with budgets and financial control within the RTM cost Centre.
• Other general administrative duties as requested by the RTM.

Requirements

• Secretarial Diploma or equivalent tertiary qualifications with more than 3 years relevant experience at similar level.
• Knowledge (training) in project management is an added advantage.
• A proven track record of administrative and secretarial abilities inclusive of relevant computer literacy (MS Office).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, open and sensitive approach for acting as a point of contact for the Division clients (both internal and external), as well as the candidate immediate colleagues.
• A strong team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work independently and accurately is essential for this role.
• As part of the Division team, the candidate should have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task without losing the overview.
• A high degree of integrity, tact and confidentiality as well as a flexible approach to a busy workload are also very strong attributes for this position.
• Valid drivers’ license is a requirement.
   

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Description

• Identify new business opportunities for income generation.
• Facilitate and form part of the team that exhibits and market ARC products and services to clients.
• Plan, execute and maintain research trials on site and on station regarding agronomy research studies.
• Support research with clear focus on farmer support research with small holder farmers (on-site and on-station).
• Collect, and capture data from the trials on site and on farm.
• Manage and supervise research assistants working with the team.
• Contributes to reports (internal and external).  
• Participate in technology transfer activities with small holder farmers. 
• Support researchers with technical assistance and human resources management to ensure efficient deployment and utilization, setting objective assessment and training. 
• Disseminates technology through peer-reviewed scientific articles, popular publications, manual production, presentations, radio and TV talks.
•  Facilitate and assess training conducted internally and with external clients.
• Market and disseminate information through our research and technical groups.
• Ensure the alignment of business plan and programmer and projects. Identify risks and challenges and monitor food security programmed in various communities.
• Provide administrative functions arranging crop production inputs and reporting writing.
• General supervision of research greenhouses and glasshouses and agronomic open field crops. Conduct and training on new and existing cultivation and best management practices.
• Irrigation water management and fertilizer application research skills.
• Crop Management skills (Field crop production)
• Co-ordinate and facilitate and supervise agricultural development projects and provide technical and agronomic support.
• Support and collaborates with national and international organization.
• Compliance with human resource policies and procedures.
• Compliance with occupational health and safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

• BSc Honours in Agriculture or related professional qualification.
• Three 3 years’ experience in a similar environment, public speaking (presentations, facilitate.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite. 
• Proven track record of conducting training and farmer support. 
• Science and agriculture landscape experience. 
• Sector Education and Training Authority (Facilitation, Assessing and/ Moderation).   
• Conceptual and analytical Skills. 
• Project management Skills. 
• Interpersonal Skills Good Communication skills (Verbal and written). 
• Customer relations. 
• Advanced organizational skills with the ability to multitask. 
• A valid SA driver’s license.
   

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Description

• Initiate, manage and contribute towards research projects.
• Assist in coordinating work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable.
• Adhere to financial administrative controls.
• Plan own work activities.
• Utilise and maintain facilities, material and equipment.
• Collect, capture and process data with basic analysis.
• Provide verbal and written reports on work activities and results.
• Comply with all occupational health and safety regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of scientific presentations.
• Assist in optimising use of specialised equipment and/or processes and/or systems.
• Publish semi-scientific and peer reviewed reports/articles.
• Assist with the training of junior staff.
• Assist with technology transfer.

Requirements

• BSc Degree or BTech in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology or Degree in Natural/Life/Biological Sciences/Microbiology with specialisation in Molecular Biology.
• Minimum of 2 years applicable experience in research support in molecular biology applications.
• Knowledge of DNA molecular marker technology (molecular detection techniques, DNA extraction, PCR and capillary electrophoresis).
• Knowledge of DNA/RNA sequencing technologies.
• Ability to liaise with Researcher on project progress and participation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Valid driver's license with proven driving experience.
• Proficiency in Ms office suite.
   

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• Assist with daily mass-rearing of multiple insect biological control agents on Parthenium hysterophorus and Chromolaena odorata.
• Watering of plants exposed to insects in rearing facilities.
• Other basic daily activities as per instruction and training.
• Maintenance of stock and test plants in holding facilities (propagation, re-potting, watering, application of fertilizers, pruning, weed- and pest control).
• Cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Record keeping for insect and plant production.
• Harvesting and packaging of biocontrol agents.
• Occasional fieldwork with technicians and researchers during single and multi-day trips for field trials and the release of biocontrol agents.

Requirements

• Grade 12 
• At least 2 years prior experience of insect rearing and/or entomological activities.  
• A basic level of computer literacy (e-mail; data entry on Excel spreadsheets).  
• Meticulous execution of repetitive tasks.
• Ability to undertake tasks without micro-supervision. 
• Ability to work as part of a team, under instruction and with flexibility in undertaking tasks.   
• Ability for daily physical work in glasshouses, under uncomfortable conditions, and with occasional extended hours if required during field work.
• Expected to assist with weekend watering duties monthly.   
• Code B/EB driver’s license required. Driving experience would be advantageous  

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• Monitor live surveillance cameras and alarm systems for multiple locations.
• Respond promptly to alarms and incidents by initiating appropriate action, including contacting emergency services.
• Maintain clear and concise communication with on-site security personnel, clients, and emergency services.
• Log all incidents, alarms, and activities in the control room.
• Conduct regular system checks to ensure all security equipment is functioning correctly.
• Follow standard operating procedures for incident management and reporting.
• Provide regular updates and reports to management on security incidents and system status.
• Assist with the maintenance and update of control room procedures and protocols.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay current with security practices and technologies
• Perform any other tasks given through by management

Requirements

• Matric or relevant NQF Level 4 certificates.
• Minimum of 5 years experience within the security environment.
• Proven experience as a Control Room Operator or in a similar security role.
• PSIRA registration Grade C (Willing to work towards Grade B within 1 year).
• Background knowledge of security systems, CCTV, and alarm monitoring systems.
• Room Operator Training Certificate, Additional security training and relevant certifications will be an added advantage.
• NKP Certificate and Firearm competency or Firearm license, will be an added advantage (Willing to work towards obtaining the training within 6 and 12 months respectively).
• Driver’s license or Learner's license will be an added advantage.
• Strong observational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using computer systems and software related to security operations.
   

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Description

• Planning and coordinating research activities.
• Writing research grant proposals.
• Performing research, manage data, capture, analyse, and make recommendations based on findings.
• Coordinating/interacting with supervisors, peers, junior colleagues and support staff.
• Interpreting, reporting and publishing results.
• Identifies and manages resource needs.
• Human capacity development.
• Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities.
• Supervise or co-supervise students.
• Seek networking opportunities.

Requirements

• PhD or MSc (with five years’ experience post MSc) in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Genetics or related fields.
• Evidence of peer reviewed of publications.
• A track record of obtaining research funding and supervising students would be beneficial.
• Good people and analytical skills, report writing and organizations skills.
   

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• Assist artisans with maintenance of all cooling units to extend their lifespan.
• Replacement of components of all cooling units.
• Cleaning of all cooling units.
• Weekly inspection on all air-cons, fridges, walk in freezers and other lab equipment.
• Cleaning and replacement of all ventilation filters.
• Moving equipment to and from workshop to laboratories.
• General maintenance on equipment in laboratories.
• Day to day maintenance activities on lab equipment.
• Adhoc work activities within the organization.
• General Knowledge of hand held equipment to do maintenance on refrigeration equipment.

Requirements

• Matric.
• Two (2) years’ experience in general maintenance of cooling.
• Drivers License.
   

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Description

• To render a quality analytical/diagnostic service by performing serological tests on veterinary samples in accordance with the requirements of ISO/IEC 17025.
• Conduct diagnostic tests, tests for research support and perform other work-related services.
• Performing B.canis, RBT,SAT,MRT and CFT tests.
• Receiving and recording of samples details in record books and correctly storing samples.
• Registration of samples.
• Perform Quality Assurance duties and adheres to quality standards.
• Recording results in the appropriate results books and LabWare system.
• Assisting in the improvement and development of new test methods in collaboration with the Head of Laboratory.
• Providing research support by giving project input regarding technical detail and carrying out assigned technical tasks.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Veterinary Technology, B-Tech or BSc-H degree in Veterinary Technology.
• Knowledge of Bacterial Serology Tests.
• Professional membership: SAVC compulsory.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• SAVC registration mandatory.
• A driver’s license will be an added advantage.