| Government Entity | Kwazulu Natal - Department of Agriculture and Rural Development |
|---|---|
| Location | Cedara, KwaZulu-Natal |
| Reference Number | SSC63/2023 |
| Salary | R306 420p.a. (OSD) |
| Centre / Location | Cedara Research Station |
| Source and Application | kzndard.gov.za |
Render basic technical assistance in research projects for the development of more efficient farming practices. Participate in planning of technical execution of research projects. Utilize available resources as required in the project plan. Execute technical aspects according to the project plan by providing technical advice and guidance to support staff. Conducting research trials, gathering and capturing of raw data and reporting to the Control Scientific Technician on a continuous basis. Management of assigned resources under the supervision of the Researcher. Administer the creation/adaptation/maintenance of the necessary infrastructure in accordance with the project plan. Perform all administrative and related functions. Contribute to compilation of reports as required. Control assets allocated to projects. Monitor expenditure. Supervise personnel. Comply with the Public Service prescripts. Render basic advice and disseminate technical information to applicable role players. Handling of enquiries. Practical demonstrations. Provide inputs with regard to publications as required. Publish popular articles and present posters at congresses/symposia. Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field. Enquiries: Mr M Magawana Tel: 033 – 3559258
Requirements
An appropriate 3-year tertiary qualification (National Diploma in Agriculture - Animal Production); Registration with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist (Candidate) is compulsory; A valid driving license. Knowledge: Legal compliance; Research and development; Computer-aided scientific applications; Technical report writing; Creating high performance culture; Professional judgment; Data analysis; Mentoring. Skills: Creativity; Self- management; Financial management; Customer focus and responsiveness; Communication (written and verbal); Computer literacy; Networking; People management; Planning and organising; Conflict management; Change management; Problem solving and analysis.
Duties
Render basic technical assistance in research projects for the development of more efficient farming practices. Participate in planning of technical execution of research projects. Utilize available resources as required in the project plan. Execute technical aspects according to the project plan by providing technical advice and guidance to support staff. Conducting research trials, gathering and capturing of raw data and reporting to the Control Scientific Technician on a continuous basis. Management of assigned resources under the supervision of the Researcher. Administer the creation/adaptation/maintenance of the necessary infrastructure in accordance with the project plan. Perform all administrative and related functions. Contribute to compilation of reports as required. Control assets allocated to projects. Monitor expenditure. Supervise personnel. Comply with the Public Service prescripts. Render basic advice and disseminate technical information to applicable role players. Handling of enquiries. Practical demonstrations. Provide inputs with regard to publications as required. Publish popular articles and present posters at congresses/symposia. Keep up to date with regard to the applicable prescripts, policies, procedures, technologies and new developments in the subject field.
Source / Circular Reference
kzndard.gov.za