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AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC)
 
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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- Vegetable, Industrial and Medicinal Plants (ARC-VIMP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced, and dynamic person to the following position at Kroondal, Rustenburg. 
 
FARM MANAGER FACILITIES 
 
Key Performance Area: 
  • Coordinating and controlling farming activities on the research farm. 
  • Planning, establishment, and management of orchards including irrigation systems and drawing up of orchard maps. 
  • Managing research plots as directed by the researchers. 
  • Managing the budget of the farm division. 
  • Maintenance of farm Assets infrastructure. 
  • Attending industry and stakeholders meeting where applicable. 
  • Training of identified trainees; assist with the organising of events to be held on the farm. 
  • Accountability for the Occupational Health and Safety aspects on the farm as well as training of farm staff on personal safety and other health aspects. 
  • Controlling all the assets and stocks of the farm division. 
  • Responsible for harvesting and marketing of farm produce, Labour management, capital purchases for the farm and writing of various farm reports. 
  • Complies with SHE/OHS policies and procedures. 
 
Technical competencies and attributes required: 
  • Infrastructure Management. 
  • IT Infrastructure. 
  • Project Management. 
  • Equipment Maintenance. 
  • Compliance and Safety Regulations. 
  • Energy Efficiency and Sustainability. 
  • Emergency Response and Crisis Management. 
  • Resource Allocation and Space Management. 
 
Requirements: 
  • National Diploma in Agriculture, Horticulture, or equivalent qualification. 
  • At least seven (7) years’ experience in relevant field. 
  • Excellent interpersonal relations, excellent oral and written communication skills. 
  • Ability to solve problems, organise and work without direct supervision. 
  • Proficiency in MS Office. 
  • Experience in coordinating and liaising with stakeholders and clients. 
  • Knowledge of the Global gap accreditation scheme. 
  • Be able to adapt to different working conditions and willing to work long hours in the sun or adverse weather conditions. 
  • Occupational Health and Safety experience will be an added advantage. 
 
 
Enquiries: Mr JM Tooka: Tel: (012) 808 8000 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 05 JULY 2024 
 
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. 
 
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be attached on the form. 
 
 
NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees. 
 
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 company has the right not to appoint.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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-Grain Crops (ARC-GC) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following positions at Potchefstroom. 
 
RESEARCH ASSISTANT: AGRONOMY (RE-ADVERT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Performs routine activities under supervision, assists in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated HR resources if applicable. 
  • Adheres to financial administrative control. 
  • Adheres to work plans as prescribed by the line manager. 
  • Utilises equipment and materials. 
  • Provides research support, diagnostics, and other services. 
  • Collects data under supervision and provides verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors. 
  • Adheres and ensures compliance to quality standards. 
  • Assists with basic activities related to research services. 
  • Is aware of Intellectual Property opportunities. 
  • Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures. 
 
Requirements: 
  • Grade 12 with 3 years’ relevant experience or grade 10 plus 8 years’ relevant experience or 20 years relevant experience. 
  • Experience working in field trials in Plant Breeding or Crop Production will be an added advantage. 
  • A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage. 
  • Computer literacy will be an added advantage. 
 
 
 
RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSISTANT AGRONOMY VAALHARTS X 2 (RE-ADVERT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Performs routine activities under supervision. 
  • Adheres to instructions from supervisor. 
  • Utilises tools and materials, under supervision. 
  • Assists in research support, under supervision. 
  • Provide verbal feedback on work activities to supervisors. 
  • Adheres to quality standards. 
  • Assist with basic activities related to research services under supervision. 
  • Identifies and participates in own learning opportunities. 
  • Comply with SHE/OHS regulations and procedures. 
 
Requirements:
  • Grade 10- or two-years relevant experience. 
  • Experience working in field trials will be an added advantage. 
  • A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. 
  • Preference will be given to Vaalharts residents. 
 
 
Enquiries: Dr Kingstone Mashingaidze, Tel: (018) 299 6356 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 05 JULY 2024 
 
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. 
 
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees must be attached on the form. 
 
 
NB: Non-RSA citizens must attach a valid permanent residence permit, names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees and traceable email address. 
 
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 company has the right not to appoint.
 
 
 
 



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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and fosters 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 campuses 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-Natural Resources and Engineering (ARC-NRE) seeks to appoint a highly experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Arcadia, Pretoria & Stellenbosch:
 
RESEARCH TECHNICIAN: AGROMETEOROLOGY x 4 (FOUR YEARS & SIX MONTHS: FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Maintenance and calibration of allocated weather stations. 
  • Adherence to standard operating procedure of the ARC weather station network. 
  • Extensive field work that requires a lot of travelling and willingness to work overtime. 
  • Programming of dataloggers. 
  • Knowledge of climate data capturing and report writing. 
  • Writing project reports (biweekly status report). 
  • Client (e.g. farmers and researchers) engagement. 
  • Preparation of yearly budgets for an allocated region. 
  • Accurate and diligent administration. 
 
Requirements: 
  • National Diploma or BSc qualification in Agrometeorology/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science. 
  • 3 years’ applicable experience. 
  • Acumen for technical skills (mechanical and electrical). 
  • Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office Suite. 
  • Proficiency in any programming language would be an added advantage. 
 
Enquiries: Dr ME Moeletsi, (012) 310 2500 
 
 
 
 
RESEARCH ASSISTANT: AGROMETEOROLOGY x 1 (FOUR YEARS & SIX MONTHS: FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
  • Assist Research Technicians in the maintenance of weather stations. 
  • Assist in the programming of dataloggers. 
  • Extensive field work that requires a lot of travelling and willingness to work overtime. 
  • Client (e.g. farmers and researchers) engagement. 
  • Accurate and diligent administration. 
 
Requirements: 
  • Senior Certificate / Matric with pass in mathematics. 
  • Minimum of 1 year’s relevant climate project experience. 
  • Acumen for technical skills (mechanical and electrical). 
  • Computer literacy and proficiency in MS Office suite. 
  • Good analytical, report writing and organizational skills. 
  • Ability to take initiative. 
  • A valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB) would be an added advantage. 
 
 
Enquiries: Dr ME Moeletsi, (012) 310 2500 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 04 JULY 2024 
 
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. 
 
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be emailed. SCWCV@arc.agric.za
 
NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees. 
 
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 company has the right not to appoint.








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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with partners, develops human capital and fosters 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 campuses 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-Natural Resources and Engineering (ARC-NRE) seeks to appoint a highly experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Arcadia, Pretoria & Stellenbosch: 
 
RESEARCH ASSISTANT: CONTRACTORS: GEOINFORMATICS 
(NINE MONTHS (9) FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
• Knowledge of Earth Observation and GIS. 
• Knowledge of basic statistics and data analysis. 
• Knowledge of Soil/Crop Science principles. 
• Ability to work thoroughly, consistently and reliably. 
• Writing project reports (biweekly status report). 
• Accurate and diligent administration. 
 
Requirements: 
• Applicants should be highly motivated graduates with a strong academic background (e.g. class Honours and Masters) in GIS, Remote Sensing, Data Analysis, Statistics, Physics, or similar quantitative fields. 
• Programming experience with R or a similar language (or willingness to learn) would be an added advantage. 
• Valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB). 
 
 
Enquiries: Dr JG CHIRIMA, (012) 310 2500 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 04 JULY 2024 
 
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 designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act. 
 
Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be emailed. SCWCV@arc.agric.za
 
NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three (3) traceable referees. 
 
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 company has the right not to appoint.