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.
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The ARC-Animal Production (ARC-AP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person
to the following positions at Irene, Pretoria:
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CASUAL LABOUR X4 (2 MONTHS CONTRACT) – SMALL STOCK NUTRITION, IRENE
Key Performance Areas:
• Data capturing.
• Prepare samples for laboratory analysis.
• Capture survey data on Microsoft excel.
• 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 comply with the Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Requirements:
• BSc Honours in Animal production and/or related degrees.
• Experience in biological statistics, and data collection using questionnaire.
• Verbal and written skills (honours level).
• Knowledge of trees.
Enquiries: Dr T.D.E. Mpanza, Tel: (012) 672 9215
CASUAL LABOUR X58 – (ONE WEEK CONTRACT) SMALL STOCK NUTRITION UNIT IN THE
FOLLOWING NORTH WEST DISTRICTS:
– Bojanala Platinum (15 people)
– Dr Kenneth Kaunda (13 people)
– Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati (15 people)
– Ngaka Modiri Molema (15 people)
NB: Please clearly indicate the district that you are applying for and you must be from that district.
Key Performance Areas:
• Helping in conduction survey (this will require some skills of reading and writing).
• Help in collecting bio-feed samples.
Requirements:
• Grade 10
• Ability to do routine work and walking long distance collect data.
• Verbal and written skills.
• Must understand and be able to speak the local language.
• Knowledge of trees.
Enquiries: Dr T.D.E. Mpanza, Tel: 012 672 9215
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 07 JUNE 2022
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 to
[email protected]
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.
To apply for this job email your details to APICV@arc.agric.za.