Scientific Technician Grade A/b/c (grass And Forage Scientific Research Services)
Kwazulu-Natal Department Of Agriculture And Rural Development
- Salary (as advertised)
- R407 337 per year
- Minimum qualification
- Diploma
- Closing date
- Not stated — check the original listing
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In brief
Overview This role is for a Scientific Technician (Grade A/B/C) specializing in Grass and Forage Scientific Research Services within the Kwazulu-Natal Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The position is based at Cedara Research Station and involves contributing to scientific research, providing technical support, and performing analysis related to grass and forage. What you will do * Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. * Provide technical support and advice. * Perform technical scientific analysis and regulatory functions. * Conduct research and development. * Engage in human capital development. Requirements (from the original advert) * An NQF Level 06 Diploma in Agricultural Sciences. * Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist. * A valid driver’s licence. * Experience: 3 years’ post qualification experience in an agricultural scientific environment. * Knowledge: * Scientific methodologies, research and development. * Legal compliance. * Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA). * Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations. * Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalization. * Basic Conditions of Employment Act. * Departmental HRM and HRD Policies. * Skills: * Technical: Programme and project management, Scientific methodologies, research and development, computer-aided scientific applications, technical report writing, creating high-performance culture, professional judgment, data analysis, mentoring. * Generic: Decision making, team leadership, analytical skills, creativity, self-management, financial management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer literacy, networking, people management, planning and organizing, conflict management, change management, problem solving and analysis. Who should apply Candidates with an NQF Level 06 Diploma in Agricultural Sciences and at least three years of post-qualification experience in an agricultural scientific environment are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be compulsorily registered with SACNASP as a Certificated Natural Scientist and possess a valid driver’s licence. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of scientific methodologies, research and development, legal compliance in the public service context, and specific understanding of the Grassland Society of Southern Africa (GSSA). They should demonstrate a range of technical skills, including programme and project management, computer-aided scientific applications, data analysis, and technical report writing, alongside generic skills such as decision making, team leadership, analytical thinking, communication, and computer literacy. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-agriculture-and-rural-development-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-ssc40-2026 Source: govpage
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- At least 3 years of experience.
- Project management
- Driver's licence
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