• Reference Number : refs/022748
• Directorate : Research Technology and Development Support
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R761 157.00 per annum (all-inclusive salary package which can be structured according to an individual needs)
• Enquiries : Ms. Gugu Nevondo, Tel No: (011) 240-3090

Requirements :

• Matric/ Grade 12 plus and appropriate four-year Degree (NQF level 8) in Agriculture Crop Science or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. 3 years’ relevant scientific advisory experience on crop production, preferably Agronomy. Must be registered with a professional body (SACNSP) as an Agricultural Scientist Professional. Must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence. COMPETENCIES: Computer literacy, communication skills (both written and verbal). Ability to work in a team. Problem solving, initiative and interpersonal skills. Highly motivated and knowledge of Public Service Regulations, FERTILIZERS, FARM FEEDS, AGRICULTURAL REMEDIES AND STOCK REMEDIES ACT, 1947 (ACT NO. 36 OF 1947) and other relevant Legislations. Planning and organizing skills.

Duties :

• To conduct and facilitate crop production (agronomy) research, assessment, evaluation, development, innovation, ensure the protection and sustainability of resources and contribute towards a knowledge economy. Provide research findings and ensure specialist advice, information, training and guidance by working directly with beneficiaries in collaboration with extension officers and other stakeholders such as Universities and research Institutes. Develop and implement Research methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Identify and consolidate, identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions, monitor and evaluate programme performance and perform scientific functions that require interpretation in the absence of an established framework. Provide scientific support and advice. Develop working relations with client base. Create public awareness of the science system and provide scientific data, information and advice on enquires of clients and stakeholder to perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Conduct analysis of scientific data. Evaluate, monitor and disseminate data, apply the appropriate scientific models to generate information and knowledge, formulate proposals and compile reports and develop and customize scientific models. Research and the development on agriculture and Biotechnology, continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures, conduct basic and applied research or knowledge application in both agriculture and biotechnology. Generate and disseminate knowledge and information, research, literature studies on science to improve expertise, publish and present research findings (results) and liaise with relevant bodies/ councils on science related matters. Human capital development, mentor, train and develop candidate scientist and others to promote skills and knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of practice, supervise scientific work and Processes.

Notes :

• Notes: To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za/ or Hand Deliver at Ground floor, Main entrance 56 Eloff Street, Umnotho House Johannesburg. All manual applications must include a completed, initialized and signed NEW Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Applications submitted on an OLD Z83 form will not be accepted. Certified copies of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate and the highest required qualifications as well as a driver’s licence where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to Human Resources on or before the day of the interview date. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by SAQA. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such an evaluation report. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. If you apply for more than 1 post, please submit separate applications for each post that you apply for. Due to the large number of applications, we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. The department will not accept applications sent through email or fax. Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered during/after the interview took place, the application will not be considered and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. The successful candidate will be appointed subject to positive results of the security clearance process. The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and sign a performance agreement with the Department. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganization of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future. NB: For assistance with online applications, visit the following centres: 78 Fox Street, Marshalltown or Maponya Mall at Thuso House next to Home Affairs. It is the Department’s intention to promote retrospectivity (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this post. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity through the filing of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. Department’s intention is to promote equity through the filling of posts in line with the Departments’ Employment Equity Plan (Coloureds, Indians and People living with disabilities are encouraged apply). No late applications will be considered. The Department reserves the right not to appoint. If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months, please accept your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Agriculture and Rural Development

Location : Johannesburg (Head Office)

Closing Date : 27-06-2025

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.