Job Description

Contributes to research, documentation, and promotion of traditional knowledge practices held by indigenous communities. Coordinates project tasks and deliverable deadlines, with continuous interaction with the project leader, project team, community coordinators and stakeholders. Interacts with the community beneficiary while playing a role in activities that include, education (e.g. training, awareness raising, capacity building), research (e.g. data collection for monitoring and evaluation), and support (e.g. communications and stakeholder database) to ensure the preservation and integration of Indigenous knowledge systems into broader development initiatives. Facilitates community engagements. Facilitates communication between the community beneficiary, including traditional leaders, knowledge holders and the research team. Monitors and reports research progress to the project leader. Disseminates the generated knowledge through scientific presentations, publications, popular articles and training events. Assists in other projects within the Water Science Unit, when required.



MSc in Agriculture or related field. Three years' experience in agriculture-related research projects. Ability to work positively with a wide range of stakeholders involved in the project. Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative research through interviews, questionnaires, observations, surveys and experiments. Ability to handle different information sources, report on project progress and identify risk areas. Resident in Gauteng Province, Tshwane District Municipality. Part of the Bapedi ethnic group. Fluent in English, Pedi and Sotho languages. Valid driver's license.

Enquiries: Senior Researcher: Dr NA Araya: Tel: 012 310 2500

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 MARCH 2025

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 (as well as competency and leadership assessments).



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 a cover letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver's license must be attached on the form.



A 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. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months' probation period. The organisation reserves the right not to appoint.