LocationDöhne, Eastern Cape, Stutterheim
    Reference NumberDOA/01/07/2026
    SalaryR1 143 604 per annum, (OSD)
    Centre / LocationDohne Research Station (Stutterheim)
    Closing DateJuly 31, 2026
    Source and ApplicationDownload

    Requirements

    MSc degree in Pasture Science or relevant qualification. 6 years post- qualification natural scientific experience. Compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as a professional Natural Scientist. Technical Competencies: Scientific methodologies and models. Research and development. Computer-aided scientific applications. Knowledge of legal compliance. Technical report writing. Creating a high-performance culture. Professional judgment. Data analysis. Policy development and analysis. Scientific presentation. Mentoring. Generic competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Decision making. Team leadership. Creativity. Financial management. Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Computer literacy (MS Office, MS Excel and MS PPT). Networking. Planning, organising and execution. Conflict management. People management. Change management. Problem-solving and analysis. A valid driver’s licence.

    Duties

    Ensure the development and implementation of policies, systems and procedures. Provide strategic leadership and direction. Lead, coordinate and develop scientific models and regulatory frameworks. Research and development. Financial management. People management. Governance.

    Enquiries

    Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066 For e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: [email protected]

    How to Apply

    Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: [email protected] Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00- 16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

    Notes

    EE Target for this position is Females.

    Source / Circular Reference

    PSV Circular 25 of 2026, Post 25/163