POST 25/169 : SCIENTIST (PRODUCTION) GRADE A (ANIMAL SCIENCE) REF NO:
SALARY : R791 604 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Cradock Research Station
REQUIREMENTS : BSc degree (Hon) (NQF 8) in Animal Science as recognized by SAQA. Valid
compulsory registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific
Professions (SACNASP) as a professional Natural Scientist. Three (3) years
post-qualification natural scientific experience. Technical Competencies:
Programme and project management. 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. Recognized level of
expertise. Mentoring. Generic Competencies: Decision making. Team
leadership and teamwork. Analytical skills. Creativity. Financial management.
Customer focus and responsiveness. Communication. Networking. Computer
literacy (MS Office, MS Excel and MS PPT). People management. Planning
and organising. Conflict management. Change management. Problem-solving
and analysis. Innovation. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems, and procedures.
Perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Research and
development. Human capital development.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. N. Mabanga Tel No: (040) 602 5066
For e-Recruitment Technical Enquiries: erecruitment@drdar.gov.za
NOTE : The EE Target for this position is Youth, Females and People with Disabilities.