Agricultural Research Council
Successful initiation, coordination and completion of research projects in compliance with set standards, client needs and specifications. Coordination and support of strategic research collaboration and collaboration opportunities; these include the supporting and coordination of strategic research partnerships, networks and collaborators.…
Supervise outsourced security guarding services. Conduct site inspections, draft job descriptions, organize monthly meetings. Monitor security daily routine activities. Perform job observations and performance assessments of security officers. Assist with service provider administration, ensure compliance with Service Level Agreements (SLAs).…
Initiate/manage research projects related to plant tissue culture. Write proposals and manage project budgets. Write publications/present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community. Provide leadership and mentoring to research technicians, assistants and students. Develop…
Inventory management. Receiving of orders from suppliers. Packing of store item properly on shelfs. Distribution of orders to end users/business units. Issuing of store items to end users/business units. Creation of purchase requisition for store replenishment. Conduct Monthly Inventory count.…
Conduct genomics services as part of the Biotechnology Platform Core team. The position entails next generation sequencing (NGS), long read sequencing, genotyping and high throughput DNA extraction services. Receive, track and quality control of samples, library preparation, NGS sequencing and…
Administrative Support Provide comprehensive secretarial services, including managing schedules, correspondence, and meeting arrangements for the Senior Researcher, Researcher, and Research Team Manager. Maintain effective document management systems for reports, research data, and financial records. Ensure compliance with ARCs administrative policies…
Monthly reconciliation and resolving all unreconciled and prior year items. Data cleansing and reviews. Accurate and complete transactions. Collections. Compile and evaluate the performance report of each project. Prepare financial reports and proof of income reports to the funder. Ensure…
The incumbent will be involved in research activities on transboundary animal diseases (TAD) such as foot and mouth (FMD) disease and African Swine fever (ASF). Research work will focus on but is not limited to the development of improved vaccines…
Support the operation of the Bioinformatics unit within the Biotechnology Platform. Manage the computational environment of the Biotechnology Platform in terms of an open platform and open source strategy. Deliver data to clients. Develop and optimize bioinformatics and data analysis…
Provides scientific leadership in the Range and Forage Science research and development. Manages the quality of science of the research programme including maintaining the quality of accepted scientific standards of excellence. Plans and coordinates specialised research within a single or…
Performs accurate retrieval services and access to information according to the needs of clients Provides timeous and accurate document delivery according to the client's specifications Oversee the circulation and use of library material in a responsible way Successfully performs CAS…
General Providing essential logistical and administrative support to research teams and scientists; assist in general job flow in the section; attendance of weekly divisional meeting. Laboratory management Organize research materials, maintain equipment. Weighing chemicals and prepare solutions. Prepare glass and…
Truck driver, Transport of Harvester, Crop sprayer, and Tractor together with a planter. Assist in day to day activities, ensure timeous and correct deliveries. Keep correct kilometer and time records. Assist in Calibrating of Combine, Crop sprayer, and Planter. Clean…
The Research Technician assists with technical projects across the Institute including management of the project finance and risk management The Research Technician assists with conducting technical projects activities. The Research Technician assists with technology transfer initiatives in the institution. Assisting…
Provide high quality all inclusive project office and administrative support to the Senior Manager and Programme Manager. Management of institute/Special programmes reporting and research information systems. Collation of technical reports for management reporting purposes. Develop and maintain proper document management…
Agricultural research and technology development. Evaluate research needs, develop, plan and conduct research projects, which includes proper implementation and financial control. Submit project proposals and seek new clients in collaboration with other researchers and technicians. Optimally use and supervise human…
Initiates, coordinates and manages projects. Coordinates project plan with the Senior Manager. Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Compiles and manages project budgets. Ensure all projects within the Division are properly managed and to the accepted scientific and…
Initiates, coordinates and manages projects. Coordinates project plan with the Senior Manager. Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Compiles and manages project budgets. Ensure all projects within the Division are properly managed and to the accepted scientific and…
xc2xb7Contribute towards weather station network projects.xc2xb7Contribute towards quality control of meteorological data.xc2xb7Render technical, diagnostic and other services, and adhere to quality standards.xc2xb7Collect and analyse research materials/data according to project requirements.xc2xb7Provide verbal/written reports on work activities and present results to stakeholders.xc2xb7Planning…
Receive and review requisition received and verify specifications for required goods and/or services with attachment/s. Verify the commodity used versus the product category (PI code) to ensure correctness. Source quotations, enter a response, and issue an order. Process the request…
General Providing essential logistics and administrative support to research teams a and scientists. Laboratory Management Organize materials , assist in data collection. Prepare samples for the specified research analysis i.e., plant and soil samples or virus samples under supervision; media…
Laboratory support and sample management: monitoring and maintenance of seed samples, Germplasm bank equipment and facilities including lists of equipments and details of servicing: keeping detailed logs to ensure adherence to laboratory and field best practices, accession management including recording…
Plan, organize, coordinate and undertake research on the use of insect natural enemies and entomopathogenic organisms (nematodes, fungi and viruses) for the biological control of insect pests of crops, such as the Tuta tomato pinworm, Fall armyworm, Diamondback moth, etc.…
Compile and execute technical activity plans. Plan, conduct and supervise the execution of trials and collection of data of glasshouse and field trials of various agricultural crops. Plan, conduct and supervise the isolation and purification of soilborne pathogens from various…
Advertising Advertise ARC products and services on select media platforms that relate to participation at events, publications and relevant platforms. Comply with marketing and communication strategies. Comply with corporate identity and messaging. Physical/Virtual Events Showcase ARC products and services at…
Project management coordination: Initiates manage and participates in national and international research projects on plant bacteriology. Accountable for project budgets:Exercise quality control over project progress and outputs. Service delivery and facilities: Identifies the need for human resources, equipment and consumables…
General Providing essential logistics and administrative support to research teams a and scientists. Laboratory Management Organize materials , assist in data collection. Prepare samples for the specified research analysis i.e., plant and soil samples or virus samples under supervision; media…
Initiates, coordinates and manages projects. Coordinates project plan with the Senior Manager. Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Compiles and manages project budgets. Ensure all projects within the Division are properly managed and to the accepted scientific and…
Initiates, coordinates and manages projects. Coordinates project plan with the Senior Manager. Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Compiles and manages project budgets. Ensure all projects within the Division are properly managed and to the accepted scientific and…
Agricultural research and technology development. Evaluate research needs, develop, plan and conduct research projects, which includes proper implementation and financial control. Submit project proposals and seek new clients in collaboration with other researchers and technicians. Optimally use and supervise human…
Advertising Advertise ARC products and services on select media platforms that relate to participation at events, publications and relevant platforms. Comply with marketing and communication strategies. Comply with corporate identity and messaging. Physical/Virtual Events Showcase ARC products and services at…
Compile and execute technical activity plans. Plan, conduct and supervise the execution of trials and collection of data of glasshouse and field trials of various agricultural crops. Plan, conduct and supervise the isolation and purification of soilborne pathogens from various…
Plan, organize, coordinate and undertake research on the use of insect natural enemies and entomopathogenic organisms (nematodes, fungi and viruses) for the biological control of insect pests of crops, such as the Tuta tomato pinworm, Fall armyworm, Diamondback moth, etc.…
The Research Technician assists with technical projects across the Institute including management of the project finance and risk management The Research Technician assists with conducting technical projects activities. The Research Technician assists with technology transfer initiatives in the institution. Assisting…
Truck driver, Transport of Harvester, Crop sprayer, and Tractor together with a planter. Assist in day to day activities, ensure timeous and correct deliveries. Keep correct kilometer and time records. Assist in Calibrating of Combine, Crop sprayer, and Planter. Clean…
Project management coordination: Initiates manage and participates in national and international research projects on plant bacteriology. Accountable for project budgets:Exercise quality control over project progress and outputs. Service delivery and facilities: Identifies the need for human resources, equipment and consumables…
Receive and review requisition received and verify specifications for required goods and/or services with attachment/s. Verify the commodity used versus the product category (PI code) to ensure correctness. Source quotations, enter a response, and issue an order. Process the request…
Performs accurate retrieval services and access to information according to the needs of clients Provides timeous and accurate document delivery according to the client's specifications Oversee the circulation and use of library material in a responsible way Successfully performs CAS…
xc2xb7Contribute towards weather station network projects.xc2xb7Contribute towards quality control of meteorological data.xc2xb7Render technical, diagnostic and other services, and adhere to quality standards.xc2xb7Collect and analyse research materials/data according to project requirements.xc2xb7Provide verbal/written reports on work activities and present results to stakeholders.xc2xb7Planning…
General Providing essential logistical and administrative support to research teams and scientists; assist in general job flow in the section; attendance of weekly divisional meeting. Laboratory management Organize research materials, maintain equipment. Weighing chemicals and prepare solutions. Prepare glass and…
Laboratory support and sample management: monitoring and maintenance of seed samples, Germplasm bank equipment and facilities including lists of equipments and details of servicing: keeping detailed logs to ensure adherence to laboratory and field best practices, accession management including recording…
Contributes towards projects Planning and Coordinating of work activities, and supervises allocated HR resources if applicable. Assists with managing project budgets. Adheres to financial administrative controls To utilise and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment. Plans own work activities according to…
Contributes towards projects Planning and Coordinating of work activities, and supervises allocated HR resources if applicable. Assists with managing project budgets. Adheres to financial administrative controls To utilise and maintain facilities, apparatus and equipment. Plans own work activities according to…
Compiling and executing technical activity plans for the implementation of field trials relating to cannabis. Plan, conduct and supervise the execution and collection of data. Capture and process technical data with basic analysis. Compile technical reports. Manage trials, project facilities,…
Initiate/manage research on plant production and maintenance of seed propagation systems for tropical and subtropical fruit trees. Ensure optimal application, utilisation and maintenance of farm facilities, apparatus and equipment. Ensure that cyclic farm practices are timeous and correctly executed to…
Resource Allocation: Managing budgetary and resource allocation decisions to support the institution's mission and goals. Process Improvement: Identifying and implementing process improvements and operational efficiencies to enhance service delivery and reduce costs. Strategic Planning: Collaborating with Executive Manager: Crops and…
The incumbent will be responsible for the management of the beekeeping apiary sites. To assist with both field and laboratory based research on the monitoring and evaluation of pests and diseases of honeybees, and other research projects, including detailed data…
Initiate/manage research on molecular markers in tropical and subtropical fruit trees. Write publications/present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community. Provide leadership and mentoring to research technicians, assistants and students. Develop tools for molecular…
Contributing to research by rendering desired support to research personnel to ensure the successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards. Assist with general laboratory tasks. Sample preparation. Preparing and pouring of media. Fungal isolations. Storing cultures. Field…
To contribute to research by rendering desired support to Rangelands management research staff and to optimise the utilisation of resources in the most cost effective and efficient manner. To supervise post graduate students in the field. Pro actively provide technical…
Compiling and executing technical activity plans for the implementation of field trials relating to cannabis and cannabis seed multiplication. Plan, conduct and supervise the execution and collection of data. Capture and process technical data with basic analysis. Compile technical reports.…
Provides scientific leadership in meat science and technology research and development. Manages the quality of science of the research programme including maintaining the quality of accepted scientific standards of excellence. Plans and coordinates specialised research within a single or multi…
Provide research support to Plant Breeding research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. Engage 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…
Initiates, manages and contributes towards national/ international projects Actively sources new national/ international research opportunities and write research proposals. Plans and coordinates research with single or multi disciplinary team Conducts independent and advanced research. Compiles detailed reports and approves final…
Liaison with the project Managers and Research Team Managers as a link between Finance and Core. Assist project Managers with cost management accounting by applying the best practice. Assist Project and Programme managers with the preparation and loading and compile…
Provides scientific leadership in meat science and technology research and development. Manages the quality of science of the research programme including maintaining the quality of accepted scientific standards of excellence. Plans and coordinates specialised research within a single or multi…
Provide administrative support to the research programmes. Manage daily logistics in the offices of the Research Team Managers. Render effective secretarial services. Manage and direct the flow of documents. Prepare submissions. Liaison with relevant stakeholders. Provide logistical arrangements, which include…
Conducts research and manages research projects. Initiates, manages and contributes towards national projects. Identifies the need for human resources in project(s) and manages the allocated resources. Is accountable for compiling and managing the project budgets. Actively sources new national research…
Provide research support to Plant Breeding research projects as the affiliated postgraduate student. Engage 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…
Initiate/manage research on plant production and maintenance of seed propagation systems for tropical and subtropical fruit trees. Ensure optimal application, utilisation and maintenance of farm facilities, apparatus and equipment. Ensure that cyclic farm practices are timeous and correctly executed to…
Contributes to DALRRD Research project(s): Survey of viruses on tomatoes, peppers, potatoes and Solanaceous weeds. field work and sample collection assist with collection of samples on field trips. Viral diagnostics: molecular assays according to set protocols, plants or soil sample…
Analytical and Diagnostic Services Receive, register, final review of results and report on analyses. Invoicing on lab management system. Client liaison. Organize workflow and ensure that samples are tested in accordance with customer requests. Develop, evaluate, validate and implement test…
Compiling and executing technical activity plans for the implementation of field and greenhouse trials relating to breeding of leafy, fruit or seed vegetables. Plan, conduct and supervise the execution and collection of data. Capture and process technical data with basic…
Plan, co ordinate and effective use of personnel in a productive manner to ensure time management is adhered too. Function independently in the orchards and able to solve problems encountered. Record keeping of all irrigation, fertilizer and chemical applications. Ensure…
Initiate/manage research on molecular markers in tropical and subtropical fruit trees. Write publications/present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community. Provide leadership and mentoring to research technicians, assistants and students. Develop tools for molecular…
Monitor and review the capturing of all physical (moveable and immovable) 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…
Assists the breeder in preparation of experimental material. Assist with trial field preparation, management of trial fields. Implement the crossings as planned by the breeder and ensures accurate research data collection. Pro actively provide technical input within the context of…
Coordination and supports the management of Research Projects across the Institute these include supporting and coordination of the following aspects of the projects; Project planning and Initiation, Equipment and Research Materials, Project Human Resources, Project Finances, Risk Management and Mitigation…
Managing and curating the ARC microbial biobank and database. Providing scientific assistance. Ensuring compliance with regards to relevant legislation, both national and international. Contribute towards the daily running of the biobank. Staff supervision and contributing to the BBSA objectives, specifically…
Providing strategic research direction for the Soil Science programme in harmony with the ARCs Strategic Plan. Pro active personnel management in terms of application and effective utilization to maintain and strengthen the core of expertise within the Soil Science discipline.…
Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Assists the researcher to compile and manage project budgets. Assist to plan and co ordinate technical projects. Utilises project facilities, materials, and equipment. Ensures optimal utilization of resources. Strategic planning of future…
Initiates, coordinates, and manages projects. Coordinates project plan with the Research Team Manager. Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Compiles and manages project budgets. Plans and co ordinates technical projects. Manages project facilities, materials, and equipment. Ensures optimal…
Drafting/ Reviewing/ Vetting Agreements Draft, vet, analyse and review contracts. Review and update contract templates Timeously attend to submissions received via signing hub Legal Advice to ARC user Departments Providing written legal advice and support to internal stakeholders as and…
Initiation, management and implementation of national/international research and innovation projects within the area of responsibility of their research team. Providing leadership across specialised research fields and value chains. Managing all human resources aspects and communication within the area of responsibility…
Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Assists the researcher to compile and manage project budgets. Assist to plan and co ordinate technical projects. Utilises project facilities, materials, and equipment. Ensures optimal utilization of resources. Strategic planning of future…
Contribute to research by rendering desired support to research personnel to ensure successful completion of research projects in compliance with set standards. Knowledge of propagation, evaluation and maintenance of plants. Preparation of growth media and consumables according to protocol for…
The Research Technician is responsible for conceptualizing, designing, formulating, and initiating technical projects across the Institute; these include leading the following aspects of project management. The Research Technician is responsible for implementing and managing of technical projects. These activities include…
Maintain the general appearance of field trials sites. Collects, captures, and assist with processing of data. Adheres to work plans and provide verbal feedback on work activities to supervisor. Manage allocated facilities, fields, material and equipment and ensure optimal utilization…
Initiates and manages existing research projects on DNA marker technologies including molecular breeding to support breeding programmes. Together with breeders, designs and implements molecular breeding research experiments in support of the various breeding programmes. Keeps the division abreast with new…
Initiate/manage research on plant production and maintenance of seed propagation systems for tropical and subtropical fruit trees. Ensure optimal application, utilisation and maintenance of farm facilities, apparatus and equipment. Ensure that cyclic farm practices are timeous and correctly executed to…
Initiate/manage research on molecular markers in tropical and subtropical fruit trees. Write publications/present research outcomes of relevance to subtropical fruit growers, industries and the scientific community. Provide leadership and mentoring to research technicians, assistants and students. Develop tools for molecular…
Contract Supervision Supervise Outsourced Security Guarding Services: Conduct site inspections, draft job descriptions, organize monthly meetings. Monitor Security Daily Routine Activities: Perform job observations and performance assessments of security officers. Assist with Service Provider Administration: Ensure compliance with Service Level…
Generate banana mutants using vector based CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing to target virus susceptibility genes, and explore ribonucleoprotein based approaches. Guide RNA design, in vitro Cas9 cleavage assays, T DNA vector construction. Embryogenic cell suspension culture and Agrobacterium mediated plant transformation.…
Supports project leaders by overseeing administrative tasks, communicating with stakeholders and monitoring resource availability for the project team. Develop detailed monitoring and evaluations plans for the full life cycle of research projects, including timelines, quality standards, milestones, communications, and resource…
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…
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,…
Initiation, management and implementation of national/international research and innovation projects within the area of responsibility of their research team. Providing leadership across specialised research fields and value chains. Managing all human resources aspects and communication within the area of responsibility…
Supervise and co ordinate of all activities in the ELISA laboratory and scullery. Perform stock taking, make orders for reagents and consumables, and assist with compilation of CAPEX requirements. Prepare reagents and plates for in house tests. Provide diagnostic services…
Follow up delivery of goods. Receive good and notify the end users. Verify the delivery of goods with end users. Print goods received note (GRN) on the Sage system. Send GRN to the end users for signing off and rating…
Initiates, coordinates, and manages projects. Coordinates project plan with the Research Team Manager. Manages people within projects and ensures optimal utilisation. Compiles and manages project budgets. Plans and co ordinates technical projects. Manages project facilities, materials, and equipment. Ensures optimal…
Advertising: Advertise ARC products and services in select media platforms that relate to participation at events publications and relevant platforms. Comply with marketing strategy. Comply with corporate identity and messaging. Physical/Virtual Events: Showcase ARC products and services at relevant stakeholder,…
Investigate the etiology and epidemiology of soilborne diseases caused by soilborne pathogens. Conduct field surveys of soilborne pathogens. Conduct glasshouse studies. Molecular characterization of soilborne pathogens. Interact with clients. Compile and manage research budgets. Prepare proposal and reports for and…
Analytical and Diagnostic Services Receive, register, final review of results and report on analyses. Invoicing on lab management systems. Client liaison. Develop, evaluate, validate, and implement test methods. Implement and update technical SOPs. Validate test methods in the laboratory. Perform…