AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH COUNCIL (ARC) VACANCIES

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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-Grain Crops (ARC-GC) seeks to appoint highly skilled, experienced and dynamic persons to work on the new project funded by the National Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD) at Potchefstroom.
 
MSC STUDENT: (AGRONOMY) X2 (TWO (2) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Undertakes MSc studies for two years in Agronomy within the Agronomy program. 
• Provides research support to Agronomy research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. 
• Engages with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects. 
• Disseminate project results through, scientific or popular publications, conferences, and peer reviewed publications. 
• Ensures compliance with SHE/OHS policies and procedures. 

 
Requirements: 

• BSc Agric degree/BSc Agric Honours degree in Agronomy, plant sciences or related fields. 
• Demonstrated capacity to conduct research at postgraduate level. 
• Knowledge of soil sciences and crop physiology will be an advantage. 
• Valid driver’s licence 
• Must be a South African Citizen. 
• Excellent English language (Spoken and written). 

 
Enquiries: Ms A de Beer, Tel: (018) 299 6347 
 
 
 
 
 
FACILITY OFFICER: ASSET MANAGEMENT X1 RE-ADVERT 
(SIX MONTHS (6) FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Monitor and review the capturing of all physical (moveable and immoveable) assets in the physical asset management registers. 
• Monitor and review the allocation of assets to asset holders. 
• Oversee and review the monitoring of assets in accordance with the relevant policy and procedures. 
• Promote correct implementation of sound asset management practices. 
• Supervise employees to ensure sound physical asset management. 
• Managed the asset team and compliance thereof with respect to acquisition, operations, verification, and disposal processes. 
• Assist in sourcing & allocation of the required resources to complete asset management, e.g., Offices, Equipment, etc. 

 
Requirements: 

• B.Com Degree in Finance or a related field. 
• 3 years of asset management supervisory experience. 
• Professional membership in the Finance field will be an added advantage. 
• MS Excel competence in consolidating and working with pivot tables. 
• Reporting capability. 
• A valid South African driver's license will be added advantage. 

 
Enquiries: Ms Nosipho Sipungela, Tel: (018) 299 6218 
 
 
 
 
PROJECT COORDINATOR 
THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Coordinate and implement the ARC Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) process for one of the ARC programmes (ARC-GC, external contract) and one ARC campus (ARC-GC) and integration within the broader ARC context. 
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the ARC M&E work plan for the ARC programme and the ARC-GC. 
• Continuous enhancement/improvement of the ARC M&E process for the ARC programme (external contract) and ARC-GC to ensure alignment with local and international best practices. 
• Compiling monthly and quarterly ARC performance reports. 
• Management of institute reporting and research information systems. 
• Collation of technical reports for management reporting purposes. 
• Archiving of institute and/or programme project information. 
• Management of Project Office, and Quality Control of project proposals and reports in collaboration with Research and Support Managers. 
• Assistance with Business Planning in collaboration with Research Managers. 
• Liaison with ARC Cooperate structures in relation to policy, legal requirements and intellectually property rights. 
• Coordinating reporting processes and meetings with the client and collating client information and reports. 

 
Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Project Management or equivalent, with 3 years or more relevant experience. 
• The ideal candidate must have extensive experience in project office coordination/management as well as experience in coordinating projects and contracts. 
• Experience with review, verification, and consolidation of Performance Information. 
• Consolidation and review of various reports linked to Performance Information. 
• Liaise with all stakeholders on Performance Reports. 
• Reporting of consolidated and reviewed Performance Information. 
• Knowledge of guiding Frameworks and Policies from Government (DPME, National Treasury etc.). 
• Experience with internal and external (AGSA) audit processes. 
• Exposure in the monitoring and evaluation environment. 
• Exposure in the agriculture & research and development environment. 
• Proficiency in the MS Office Suite. 
• The ability to critically analyse, interpret and present data/results. 
• Good communication skills (written and verbal). 
• Attention to detail. 
• Good interpersonal skills. 
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills. 

 
NB Preference will be given to applicants who reside at Northwest. 
Dr J du Toit, Tel: (018) 299 6297 
 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 09 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. 
 
To apply for MSc Student: (Agronomy) click on the link https://forms.office.com/r/XQQERThYU6
 
To apply for Facility Officer: Asset Management click on the link https://forms.office.com/r/Ycbzjrcbp7
 
To apply for Project Coordinator, click on the link https://forms.office.com/r/Ramy0H0jyY
 
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 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 position at Irene, Pretoria: 
 
FINANCE MANAGER 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Prepare cost accounting records. 
• Design and implement cost accounting records. 
• Produce monthly management account. 
• Management of the Institute budget. 
• Monitor financial performance. 
• Implement Finance plans and policies. 
• Implement Internal controls. 
• Risk, Fixed Asset and Inventory Management. 
• Assesses financial feasibility and profitability of projects. 
• Staff Management. 
• Engage in special projects on an ad hoc basis. 

 
Requirements: 

• B degree in Financial and/or Management Accounting or equivalent relevant qualification. 
• Postgraduate degree or CA (SA) would be an added advantage. 
• Five years’ experience in Project accounting or Cost and Management Accounting. 
• Knowledge of project contracts, project costing and accounting. 
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. 
• Supervisory skills. 
• Good customer relations. 
• Technical and professional knowledge and skills. 

 
Enquiries: Mr. Kolobe K Mashala, Tel: (012) 427 9994 
 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 09 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. 
 
Click on the link to apply https://forms.office.com/r/BV25P6tvmt
 
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 PhD & MSc students to work on a new project funded by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development (DALRRD), based in Arcadia, Pretoria: 
 
PhD STUDENT BURSARY: GEOINFORMATICS (THREE YEARS (3) FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Provide research support to Geoinformatics research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. 
• Engage with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects. 
• Disseminate project results through peer-reviewed or popular publications and presentations at conferences. 
• Collect, capture, process and interpret field data, and make internal project recommendations. 

 
Requirements: 

• MSc in Geoinformatics/Remote Sensing/Environmental Science/Geography with Remote Sensing as a major. 
• Applicants should be highly motivated graduates with a strong academic background. 
• Good communication skills (written and verbal). 
• Must be willing to travel to remote villages. 
• A valid driver’s licence (Code 08/EB) would be an added advantage. 

 
Enquiries: Dr ZO Mashaba-Munghemezulu, Email: MashabaZ@arc.agric.za
 
 
 
 
MSC STUDENT BURSARY: GEOINFORMATICS x 2 POSITIONS (THREE YEARS (3) FIXED TERM CONTRACT) 
 
Key Performance Areas: 

• Provide research support to Geoinformatics research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. 
• Engage with relevant stakeholders within affiliated research projects. 
• Disseminate project results through peer-reviewed or popular publications and presentations at conferences. 
• Collect, capture, process and interpret field data, and make internal project recommendations. 

 
Requirements: 

• BSc in Geoinformatics/Remote Sensing/Environmental Science/Geography with Remote Sensing as a major. 
• Applicants should be highly motivated graduates with a strong academic background. 
• Good communication skills (written and verbal). 
• Must be willing to travel to remote villages. 
• A valid driver’s licence (code 08/EB) would be an added advantage. 

 
Enquiries: Dr ZO Mashaba-Munghemezulu, Email: MashabaZ@arc.agric.za  
 
 
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 9 JULY 2024 
 
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 licence and nationality must be attached on the form and e-mailed to SCWCV@arc.agric.za
 
N.B. non-RSA citizens and work permit holders 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 within four (4) weeks of the closing date should 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.

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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 Roodeplaat, Pretoria. 
 
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY OFFICER 
 
Key Performance Area: 

• Ensure compliance with OHS regulations and standards by offering health and safety support and services. 
• Support services include cleaning, hygiene, pest-control, and waste management. 
• Minimise the organisation's environmental impact through relevant services. 
• Conduct and oversee medical surveillance processes to monitor employee health. 
• Put in place and continuously monitor operational controls to reduce workplace risks. 
• Regularly assess and review OHS Risk Management strategies to identify and mitigate potential hazards. 
• Develop and conduct OHS awareness and training programs to educate employees about safety protocols and practices. 
• Establish and manage Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) committees to oversee OHS activities and initiatives. 

 
Requirements: 

• National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Occupational Health and Safety, or a related field. 
• Five (5) years of relevant experience in occupational health and safety, including experience in managing OHS programs, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring regulatory compliance. 
• Additional certifications in OHS management, risk assessment, or environmental health and conservation would be advantageous. 

 
Enquiries: Eric Mathisa, Tel: (012) 808 8000 
 
 
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 attached on the form. 
Click on the link to apply https://forms.office.com/r/NzM2m66jMW
 
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.