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Description

• Accurate and timeous check of S&T claims and advances.
• Timeous approval of S&T claims and advances on ESS.
• Handing of S&T queries.
• Make necessary follow-ups on outstanding S&T’s.
• Accurate and timeous petty cash reconciliation.
• Accurate and timeous petty cash journal.
• Safe keeping of petty cash and petty cash records.
• Processing of petty cash advances and claims.
• Handling of petty cash queries.
• Handling of cash transactions.
• Monthly reconciliation of petty cash general ledger account.
• Accurate and timeous preparation and posting of journals.
• Assist project managers with budget revisions.
• Compliance with internal control procedures.
• Ensure that audit queries are attended to and resolved as soon as possible.
• Adherence to Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and other relevant statutes.
• Accurately filing of supporting documents.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree/ National Diploma in Financial Accounting.
• 2 years' working experience in the Finance environment.
• Knowledge and experience in MS Office and ERP system.
• Knowledge and experience of Public Finance Management Act and GRAP.
• Good Communication Skills (Written and Verbal).
• Ability to use initiative and work independently and/or with a team.

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Description

• Accurate and timeous check of S&T claims and advances.
• Timeous approval of S&T claims and advances on ESS.
• Handing of S&T queries.
• Make necessary follow-ups on outstanding S&T’s.
• Accurate and timeous petty cash reconciliation.
• Accurate and timeous petty cash journal.
• Safe keeping of petty cash and petty cash records.
• Processing of petty cash advances and claims.
• Handling of petty cash queries.
• Handling of cash transactions.
• Monthly reconciliation of petty cash general ledger account.
• Accurate and timeous preparation and posting of journals.
• Assist project managers with budget revisions.
• Compliance with internal control procedures.
• Ensure that audit queries are attended to and resolved as soon as possible.
• Adherence to Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and other relevant statutes.
• Accurately filing of supporting documents.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree/ National Diploma in Financial Accounting.
• 2 years' working experience in the Finance environment.
• Knowledge and experience in MS Office and ERP system.
• Knowledge and experience of Public Finance Management Act and GRAP.
• Good Communication Skills (Written and Verbal).
• Ability to use initiative and work independently and/or with a team.

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Description

• Conduct research on diagnostic assay development for molecular and serological tests.
• Provide research support in tick colony maintenance and tick research.
• Research on tick and disease epidemiology, taxonomy and systematics.
• Conduct research on Acaricide Resistance.
• Perform research, manage data, capture, analyse, interpret results, and make recommendations based on findings.
• Compile detailed reports and seek approval for final reports.
• Disseminate research results by presenting oral and poster contributions.
• Publish popular, semi-scientific and peer-reviewed papers.
• Seek networking opportunities.
• Attend scientific gathering and be aware of intellectual property.
• Management of projects: initiate, manage and contribute to national research projects.
• Management of human resources: identifies the need for human resources and manages them.
• To manage project budgets: is accountable for compiling and managing project budget.
• Develops business cases for all project expenditure requirements.
• Writes and submits research proposals: Sources new National research opportunities.
• Plans and co-ordinates research activities within single or multidisciplinary team.
• Identifies and manages resource needs.
• Identifies risks and mitigation plans within the research focus area.
• Maintain and manage assets from research activities.
• Human capacity development: Develops own capacity at an appropriate level. Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities. Supervise or co-supervise students.

Requirements

• PhD degree OR MSc with at least 5 years’ experience post MSc in Biological Sciences or similar fields.
• Three (3) years relevant experience post-degree
• Evidence of peer-reviewed publications (minimum of 3-5).
• SAVC registration would be advantageous.
• A track record of supervising students and obtaining research funding would be beneficial.

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Description

• Responsible for strategic planning, drafting of business plan and reporting in progress to Institute, corporate and funders.
• Ensure effective technology transfer through scientific and popular publications, lectures, seminars and congresses. 
• Leadership on project management and coordination- Ensure focus of projects are in line with ARC goals and strategic imperatives as well as needs and requirements of the funders.
• Resource management-guidance and financial control of project budget planning and utilization as well leading the team on the acquisition of funders from several sources.
• Team management including planning, recruitment, appointment, utilization, training, motivation and performance evaluation of personnel in the section.
• Planning and coordinating the infrastructure requirements, maintenance and capital needs of the team to enable effective execution of the research plan.
• Identification of shortcomings in existing equipment and infrastructure .and development of solutions.
• Technology transfer -planning, training and guidance of team members in effective technology transfer.
• Reporting to the external funders annually and screening of all manuscripts and related information and publications.
• Scientific and innovation status - meet requirements of scientific publication (Contribution of a least two (2) articles per year).

Requirements

• A PhD Degree in Entomology, Environmental Science, Biological Science or related discipline with eight (8) years post PhD degree experience in related fields.
• At least eight (8) experience in the management of research teams in any of the disciplinary area.
• Proven track record of research management in the specific field of expertise with extensive publication record.
• Minimum of twenty (20) publications by time of appointment.
• Proven track record for generating external income for programme and projects in programme.
• Proven track record of building national and international partnerships and networks.
• Proven track record of strategic and operational planning skills and expertise.
• NRF rating of at least C1 will be an added advantage.
• Registration with a scientific and professional body will be added advantage.
• Proven recognition as research leader on national and international level.

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Description

• Assist with mass-rearing of insects in the insectary.
• Provision and maintenance of test plants in nursery and glasshouse facilities.
• Assist with laboratory trails.
• Assist with field surveys and data collection.
• Assist with technology transfer initiative with farmers.
• Cleaning and basic maintenance of laboratory and field equipment.
• Records keeping for plant and insect production.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (or equivalent/RPL) ,
• Diploma in Plant Protection/Plant Production will be an advantage.
• Prior experience of insect and plant rearing will be an advantage.
• Basic level of computer literacy (email: data entry onto spreadsheets).
• Ability to undertake tasks without micro-supervision.
• Ability to work as part of a team, under instruction .
• Able to travel and work in the field, with occasional extended work hours if required.
• Code B/EB drivers' license.
• Driving experience would be an advantage.

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Description

• Performing the function in Supply Chain Management and the processing of transactions in line with the National Treasury regulations and ARC policies for purchase requisitions and issuing of purchase orders.
• Handling of internal and/or external enquiries and communicating with all stakeholders and suppliers.
• Compile and submit reports as required.
• Ensure timely processing of invoices and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Stock and warehouse management; receiving and issuing of stock, document tracking and follow up of order batches for payment.
• Invitation of quotations, processing of orders and follow of all processes related to such.
• Involvement on procurement and sourcing of goods and services.
• Expediting purchase orders, assisting with international procurement and contract procurement.
• Provide advice on the procurement of goods and/or services including sourcing methods.
• Render assistance in the stores when required.

Requirements

• National Diploma, B-Tech or degree in Supply Chain Purchasing or Logistics Management.
• Knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain Management policies and procedure with at least 3 years’ experience in public sector procurement.
• Experience with tender processes, CIDB projects and capital equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of the PFMA and related policies and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of maintenance, services and procurement of parts for various types of equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of contract administration.
• Understanding the scientific research environment will be an added advantage.
• Ability to identify and resolve challenges in line with the policies and regulations.
• Ability to use initiative and work independently and/or with the team.

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• The ARC (Agricultural Research Council) seeks to appoint 3 independent, suitably qualified persons with knowledge of, inter alia, audit, finance, supply chain management, law, human resources, investigations, risk management, corporate governance and information technology, as well as Agricultural Sciences to serve on the Audit & Risk Committee.

Key performance areas:

• Oversight on internal control environment, including processes and systems for financial reporting.
• Oversight on the preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with the PFMA and related Treasury Regulations, including the applicable accounting framework.
• Oversight on Audit processes (Internal Audit and External Audit).
• Oversight on Asset Portfolio Management.
• Oversight on the implementation of improvements on areas identified by internal auditors and the Auditor-General South Africa (AGSA).
• Provide oversight in the review and monitoring of Enterprise-wide risk management, anti-corruption and combined assurance processes.
• Provide guidance on ICT governance, controls, access, safeguarding of information and Business Continuity management processes.
• Overseeing of the implementation of sound corporate governance principles. 
• Review compliance with laws and regulations, code of ethics and conduct and other related requirements.
• Advising/guiding/supporting the institution and Council on any other relevant matter of significance

Requirements

• A B Com or B Compt. Degree in Financial Accounting or Auditing, a Degree in Economics or a Degree in Law.
• A minimum of 8 years Executive experience and 5 years’ experience in the Audit and Risk Committee, preferably in a public institution is required.
• The following will be added advantage: A Master’s Degree or Higher Degree(s) in any of the above as well as registration with relevant professional bodies such as SAICA, IIA, IRMSA, LPC.
• A minimum of eight (8) years management experience in Risk/Audit/ Financial/Information Technology/Compliance/Legal environment.
• Three reference letters from previous and current Risk or Audit Committees.
• Analytical reasoning abilities.
• Good communication skills; and understanding of the relevant regulatory frameworks. Preference will be given to Chartered Accountants, Advocates, Attorneys, Risk Management or Compliance Officers.

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Description

• Perform serological tests for the vector-borne parasitic diseases.
• Entry of results into Access Database and drafting of letters.
• Responsible for hard copy and computer record keeping of results.
• Diagnostic samples: Receiving, identifying, allocating, preparing and processing samples in such a way as to ensure that all the blood and serum samples of an individual animal correspond.
• Assist in research on the attenuated heartwater vaccine.
• Procurement of laboratory reagents.
• Performing parasite counts using flow cytometer.
• Performing molecular assays for detection of heartwater.
• Performing cell culture of heartwater vaccine.
• Responsible for normal housekeeping duties such as recording temperatures of fridges & freezers, quality control, maintenance of apparatus etc.
• Adhering to all Safety and GLP rules and regulations.

Requirements

• National Diploma/ BTech/ Bachelor of Health Science (Veterinary Technologist/Microbiology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology)
• Must be registered with SAVC.
• Knowledge of veterinary bacterial pathogens and diseases.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work within a team.Description

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Description

• Manage small animal laboratory
• Provide technical assistance during in vivo experiments
• Supervise feeding and caretaking of animals
• Maintaining stocks of reagents and consumables
• Evaluation and interpretation of technical data generated
• Calibration and verification of equipment
• Improving/Implementing ISO 17025 quality requirements within the laboratory
• Performing any other duties assigned by the Head of Laboratory or Project Manager.

Requirements

• National Diploma/ BTech in Veterinary Technology or equivalent qualification
• At least three years’ experience in small animal husbandry
• Knowledge of in vivo studies especially small laboratory animals.
• Must be registered with SAVC
• Knowledge of and experience in poisonous plants and/or phytomedicine will be an advantage.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of Quality Management (ISO 17025).

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Description
Strategic Planning and Monitoring

• Collaborate with executive leadership to define and refine the organisation’s strategic direction.
• Analyse internal and external factors impacting the business landscape, identifying emerging opportunities and risks.
• Develop strategic plans, roadmaps, and frameworks to guide organisational growth and long-term success.
• Develop, implement and maintain policies for performance management that incorporate aspects of monitoring and evaluation.
• Ensure alignment of the ARC monitoring and evaluation objectives to that of various government policy frameworks and acceptable best practice standards/codes.
• Monitor and evaluate organisational performance, oversee performance reporting, and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Lead and manage the strategy and planning team, providing guidance, support, and mentoring.

Market and Internal Performance Analysis

• Conduct comprehensive market, industry, customer, and competitor analyses to inform strategic decision-making.
• Evaluate organisational performance, identifying areas for improvement and optimisation.
• Recommend strategic initiatives to drive revenue growth and enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop and utilise key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress towards strategic outcomes.

Strategy Implementation and Leadership

• Support the CEO in implementing strategic plans and initiatives in line with the organisation’s mission and goals.
• Oversee the execution of activities outlined in the organisational strategic plan, ensuring effective implementation.

Executive Support

• Provide high-level support to the CEO in managing daily operations.
• Ensure seamless functioning of the Office of the CEO, facilitating organisational performance management and reporting.

Stakeholder Management

• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with external research organisations to position the organisation as a leader in South Africa’s national agricultural research system.
• Provide administrative leadership for partnershipsand collaborations with external stakeholders.

Communication and Reporting

• Act as a key point of contact for communication between the CEO and various stakeholders.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the CEO.

Financial Management

• Assist the CEO in financial planning, budgeting, and monitoring of financial performance.
• Ensure financial sustainability and efficiency through effective financial oversight.

Operational Oversight

• Work with divisional heads to ensure alignment with organisational outcomes.
• Monitor performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement operational strategies. Reporting and Presentation.
• Prepare and present reports, findings, and recommendations to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Develop performance dashboards and reports to track key metrics and inform decision-making.

Project Management

• Manage and oversee key projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope.

Strategic Support to the CEO

• Provide direct support to the CEO in achieving key organisational strategic objectives.
• Identify and drive continuous business improvement initiatives aligned with strategic goals.

Requirements

• A PhD’s Degree in Agriculture or Science.
• Postgraduate degree in Business Management /MBA/MBL will be an added advantage.
• 8 years of management experience, of which 5years should be at the Senior Management level.
• Ability to project or forecast future business trends and risks that could impact the organisation.
• Good insight into the operations of different business units within the organisation.
• Experience in the implementation of Strategic Management and associated methodologies.