Jobs at Agricultural Research Council

Description

Project Management & Coordination

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects:

• Research planning and initiation. 
• Equipment and Research Materials.  
• Project Human Resources.  
• Project Finances.  
• Risk Management and Mitigation.  
• Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.

Research, Development, and Innovation

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation These include supporting the following research aspects:

• Invention.  
• Translation.  
• Commercialization.  
• Adoption and Use. 

Research Collaboration
The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities these include:

• Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.  
• Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships. 

Human Capacity Building

The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of 

• Project staff and students.  
• Self

Requirements

• PhD in Biotechnology, Agronomy, Plant Production, or a closely related field, with demonstrated knowledge of -omics technologies.
• Minimum 3 years’ post-MSc research experience.
• 3–5 peer-reviewed scientific publications relevant to phytochemical analysis.
• Proven expertise in chemical analysis of plant samples, including qualitative and quantitative identification of compounds using LC-MS, GC-MS, and related techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to write successful research proposals and generate external research funding.
• Experience as a speaker at national or international conferences.
• Proven ability to initiate, plan, and execute research projects, including personnel and financial management.
• Track record of mentoring and/or supervising postgraduate students.
• Established national and/or international research collaborations or networks.
• Experience working with biologicals is essential.
• Experience in cultivation R&D will be an added advantage.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be an added advantage.
• Valid driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE OF THE APPLICATIONS: 08 OCTOBER 2025

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Description

• Render and maintain quality Human Capital administration services that conform to personnel needs and those of the ARC.
• Ensure that all human resources administration queries are dealt with in an accurate, timeous and professional matter.
• Assist with coordination of performance management system.
• Update staff records (appointments, resignations, terminations dismissals, transfers, promotions, leave reports, etc.).
• Coordinate staff recruitment and selection process.
• Administration of labour relations.
• Effectively coordinate the reconciliation process of HR instruction to payroll.
• Render and maintain a quality Pension/Provident Fund administrative service.
• Update employees’ information on the HC system.
• Assist in the coordination of the reconciliation process of HC instructions to payroll.
• Administration of conditions of service.

Requirements

• National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years HR administration experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant HR legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Computer skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Fully bilingual.
• Code B Driver's License.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 13 OCTOBER 2025

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Description

• Initiate, conduct, coordinate and manage field experiments under the Soil and Water Science program focusing on irrigation of fruit trees, in compliance with set standards, client needs/specifications, within budget and on time.
• Develop project proposals in line with strategic goals and research themes of the ARC.
• Ensure that the allocated budgets are managed in a cost-effective and proactive manner, including timeous execution of financial administrative activities/tasks in compliance with the prescribed financial procedures and policies of the ARC.
• Ensure that allocated personnel and students are mentored, trained, utilized and evaluated to achieve the targets of the program and ultimately the ARC.
• Contribute to the status of the ARC through high quality research findings in compliance with expected scientific standards. 
• Actively identifies and pursues business opportunities and participates in the dissemination and marketing of information through national conferences and workshops.
• Actively seeks to advance personal knowledge and expertise in monitoring tree water use and physiological response to water status.
• Maintains adequate communications network with national scientists and funding organizations, as well as farmers and producers.

Requirements

• MSc degree in Agriculture majoring in Soil Science.
• 1 to 2 years’ experience will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge & experience in fruit irrigation.
• Knowledge and skills in interpreting soil analysis results.
• Project management, planning and organizing skills.
• Knowledge in human capacity development and financial management.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• A valid driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 OCTOBER 2025

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Description

• Carrying out Farm practices as directed by the Farm management and/or a Researcher.
• Use and maintenance of tools and equipment that are made available.
• Carrying out manual tasks as assigned by Supervisors.
• Observance of Occupational Health and Safety instructions on the use of appropriate protective clothing.

Requirements

• Grade 10 with 2 years’ experience and/ or exposure to the fruit farming environment.
• Understanding of basic agricultural practices.
• Basic knowledge on manual operation of farm equipment and machinery.
• Experience in the construction industry (plumbing, carpentry, building etc) will be an added advantage.
• Good communication skills written and verbal.
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Willing to work under adverse weather conditions.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10 OCTOBER 2025

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Description

Project Management & Coordination

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research projects across the Institute; these include the following aspects of the projects:

• Research planning and initiation. 
• Equipment and Research Materials.  
• Project Human Resources.  
• Project Finances.  
• Risk Management and Mitigation.  
• Monitoring, Evaluation, reporting and project close out.

Research, Development, and Innovation

The Researcher is responsible for conducting research, development and supporting innovation These include supporting the following research aspects:

• Invention.  
• Translation.  
• Commercialization.  
• Adoption and Use. 

Research Collaboration
The Researcher is responsible for supporting strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities these include:

• Strategic Research partnerships / networks / collaborators.  
• Intra-Inter Institutional Collaboration & Partnerships. 

Human Capacity Building

The Researcher is responsible for supporting Human Capacity Development that includes support of 

• Project staff and students.  
• Self

Requirements

• PhD in Entomology, Nematology, Crop Protection, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum of three (3) years post-MSc research experience in pest control of crops.
• Authored or co-authored 3 to 5 peer-reviewed publications relevant to the field.
• Demonstrated ability to secure external funding for research projects.
• Experience in pests of vegetable or industrial crops will be an added advantage.
• Registration with a recognized scientific or professional body is desirable.
• NRF rating will be considered a strong advantage.
• Valid driver’s license.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATION: 13 OCTOBER 2025