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POST 07/01 : SCIENTIST PRODUCTION - GRADE A:
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 13 Mar 2026.
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Requirements
Experience
A minimum of three (3) years’ post qualification natural scientific experience.
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Knowledge
KNOWLEDGE: Applicants must have knowledge of legal compliance: Agricultural Pests Act, 3 1983 (Act No. 36) and applicable regulations: Plant Improvement Act, 1976 (Act No 53); and International Standards for phytosanitary measures- IPPC & WTO/SPS.
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Knowledge of Public Service and Departmental prescripts/ policies.
Quarantine procedures and protocols.
Good agricultural and laboratory practices.
Relevant legislation and regulations, norms and standards.
Export and import procedures and policy. A valid driver’s license.
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Skills
SKILLS: Programme & project management.
Scientific methodologies and models.
Research & development experience.
Knowledge of legal compliance.
Data analysis.
Computer-aided scientific applications.
Technical report writing.
Creating a high-performance culture.
Professional judgement.
Presentation skills.
Mentoring.
Decision making.
Team leadership.
Analytical skills.
Creativity.
Financial management.
Customer focus and responsiveness.
Communication.
Networking.
Computer literacy.
People management.
Planning and organization.
Conflict management.
Change management.
Problem solving and analysis.
Extended working hours.
Handling of hazardous chemicals.
Duties
Develop and implement methodologies, systems and procedures for the detection pests and post entry quarantine of plants.
Identify and consolidate needs for methodologies, policies, systems and procedures.
Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions.
Monitor and evaluate programme performance.
Perform scientific functions that require interpretation in the absence of an established framework.
Provide scientific support and advice.
Develop working relations with client base.
Create public awareness of the science system.
Provide scientific data, information and advice as requested.
Review scientific publications.
Perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions in the area of plant quarantine.
Conduct scientific analysis and analyse scientific data.
Gather and interpret data, evaluate results and disseminate information.
Apply appropriate scientific models, principles and techniques to generate information and knowledge.
Formulate proposals and compile reports.
Develop and customize scientific models and techniques.
Research and Development.
Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures.
Conduct basic and applied research.
Research/literature studies to improve expertise.
Publish and present research findings.
Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on science-related matters.
Human Capital and Development.
Mentor, train and develop candidate research technicians and others to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of practice.
Supervise technical support and processes.
Manage the performance and development of staff.
How to apply
Email: SPGrecruit572025@nda.agric.za
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Notes
Closing Date
13 March 2026 at 16:00