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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) - AGRICULTURAL RANGELANDS INTERNSHIP X5
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.
The ARC-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following positions at Irene, Pretoria:
Agricultural Rangelands Internship X5
Key Performance Areas:
Participates in planning and coordinating field trips,
Conduct veld condition assessment in various biomes of South Africa,
Data capturing,
Participate in the successful transfer of scientific technology i.e. compilation of reports, oral and poster presentations,
Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research project/s,
To contribute to research by rendering desired support to research staff and to optimize the utilization of resources in the most cost-effective and efficient manner,
To utilize and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment,
To comply with the Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures,
Knowledge on maintenance of equipment and infrastructure needed for research,
Understanding of basic principles of research.
Key Performance Areas:
Participates in planning and coordinating field trips,
Conduct veld condition assessment in various biomes of South Africa,
Data capturing,
Participate in the successful transfer of scientific technology i.e. compilation of reports, oral and poster presentations,
Pro-actively provide technical input within the context of the research project/s,
To contribute to research by rendering desired support to research staff and to optimize the utilization of resources in the most cost-effective and efficient manner,
To utilize and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment,
To comply with the Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures,
Knowledge on maintenance of equipment and infrastructure needed for research,
Understanding of basic principles of research.
Requirement:
PhD, MSc, BSc Honours, Or B-Tech, BSc, National Diploma in Rangeland Science/Botany or Agriculture related degree,
Motivated and prepared to travel to farms,
Good human relations,
Good communication skills (written and verbal).
Enquires: Dr. TJ Tjelele, Tel: (012) 672 9314
Requirement:
PhD, MSc, BSc Honours, Or B-Tech, BSc, National Diploma in Rangeland Science/Botany or Agriculture related degree,
Motivated and prepared to travel to farms,
Good human relations,
Good communication skills (written and verbal).
Enquires: Dr. TJ Tjelele, Tel: (012) 672 9314
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 22 OCTOBER 2021
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to South African citizens.
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and nationality. NB: Non-RSA Citizens/work permit holders must attach certified copies) as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be e-mail toAPICV@arc.agric.za.
SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity. The company has the right not to appoint.