Job Description

• 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 allocation.
• Assist with the identification of project risks and monitor the implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders, project teams, and management.
• Monitor and track project progress (deliverables, finances and communications) in collaboration with project leaders, and report regularly to management.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, plans, budget, schedules, reports and invoices.
• Prepare and present detailed project status reports and performance metrics to management.
• Monitor and track reporting performance against set targets for the research group.

• Advance Diploma in Project Management (NQF 7); OR bachelor's degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in any Biological or Agricultural Sciences plus a certificate in Project Management (NQF 5).
• At least 3 years experience in project coordination or management.
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation of research projects will be an added advantage.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills (written and verbal).
• Excellent organizational skills, including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work positively with a wide range of individuals involved in a project.
• Proficiency in the MS Office suite and others relevant to Project management.
• Ability to present/communicate the project status to all stakeholders, including management level.
• Valid drivers license.

Enquiries: Dr Mariette Truter, Tel: (012) 808 8000CLOSING DATE APPLICATIONS: 12 SEPTEMBER 2024Competitive 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. 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 drivers 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.

Agricultural Research Council