Job Description

• Render support to research personnel to ensure successful completion of project.
• Assist in training of extension officers, farmers and other stakeholders.
• Assist in coordinating of work activities and supervises allocated resources, if applicable.
• Adhere to financial administrative control.
• Utilise and maintain facilities, material and equipment.
• Collect, capture and process data with basis analysis.
• Provide verbal and written reports on work activities and results.
• Ensure dateline are met through effective distribution of tasks.
• Comply with all occupational health and safety regulations.
• Assist in the preparation for presentations.
• Assist in optimizing of equipment, processes, and systems.
• Assist to publish semi-scientific and peer-reviewed reports/articles.

• Minimum requirement Diploma/BSc/ BTech in Plant Pathology.
• BSc Hons degree in Plant Pathology will be an added advantage and Plant Pathology must be one of the major subjects.
• Previous experience on technology transfer to subsistence and small-scale farmers will be an advantage.
• Previous experience with plant diseases, especially diseases on subtropical crops will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of integrated pest and disease management will be an advantage.
• Previous experience in diagnostic services for diseases on Tropical and Subtropical crops will be an advantage.
• Ability to do physical work outside in the field, glass house and laboratory.
• Ability to liaise with researchers on project progress and participation pertaining to research activities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good communication skills verbal and written.
• Computer literacy and proficiency in the MS office suite.
• Valid drivers license (code 08/EB) and experience in driving will be an added advantage.

Enquiries: Maritha Schoeman, Email: Maritha@arc.agric.zaCLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 AUGUST 2024Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. 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, competency/leadership assessments 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.NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and particulars of three recent (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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