Senior Agricultural Scientist (SENIOR Lecturer)

Inkrwelo yokuqwalasela

Senior Agricultural Scientist (Senior Lecturer) position in Middelburg, Eastern Cape, overseeing academic curriculum development in animal science, requires a BSc in Agriculture and 3 years of higher education experience.

Imfuneko

• Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Agriculture (Animal Science).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the higher education environment.
• Job related knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislation and regulations that govern the Public Service.
• Knowledge of Government policies and priorities in terms of Agriculture.
• Knowledge and understanding of the white paper on the transformation of the Public Service (Batho Pele).
• A strong knowledge of the subject area combined with a broad subject background enabling contributions to teaching programmes.
• Job related skills: Computer skills.
• Good knowledge of the subject field.
• Supervisory and management skills.
• Formal training and presentation skills/facilitation skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours.
• The ability to work proactively and under pressure.
• The ability to work efficiently and effectively at all times.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel.

Imiqobo

• Oversee the development and implementation of the academic curriculum for the subject field according to the relevant quality standards which would, inter alia, include the following: Determine the training needs of clients and industrial role players (Liaise with relevant agricultural role players).
• Identify gaps in the curriculum, review and develop appropriate interventions, e.g. course material / study guides.
• Compile a curriculum.
• Ensure alignment of course material with requirements set for academic institutions and practical requirements.
• Participate in peer reviewing of study material and presentations.
• Prepare syllabus guides, lesson plans and presentation of practical, theoretical and/or short courses in accordance with the set timetable.
• Ensure that assessment and moderation of assessments take place in accordance with the required standards (e.g.
• Higher Education Quality Committee standards).
• Develop and implement a capacity-building plan.
• Conduct classes which would, inter alia, include the following: Conduct classes which would, inter alia, include the following.
• Prepare practical and theoretical lecturing material and study aids.
• Present lectures and tutorials.
• Maintain discipline during classes.
• Compile question papers and memorandums for assessments.
• Grade answer sheets, papers and assignments.
• Statistical analysis of results.
• Invigilate during exams and tests as required.
• Support students through an advisory and consultative role.
• Moderation of exams as required.
• Present short courses / vocational training to Higher Education and Training (HET), Further Education and Training (FET) students and other stakeholders.
• Liaise with industry at various platforms on different aspects of vocational training.
• Prepare practical material and study aids.
• Present practical classes and assessment.
• Provide oversight, guidance, mentoring and assistance to students and other stakeholders in the planning (strategic, operational, fodder flow and financial) and management (day-to-day livestock operations, data collection and marketing) of production units (mini farms).
• Provide oversight to students / stakeholders in the collection, processing and interpretation of data of the production unit.
• Ensure the provision of sufficient quantity and quality of practical training material and equipment (fleeces, livestock, equipment, etc.).
• Oversee and conduct applied information research on production units: Do desktop research on subject matter.
• Identify relevant new information and technology for incorporation in course material.
• Present findings of research at relevant platforms.
• Provide verbal and written advice and assistance to farmers in subject field.
• Perform and oversee administrative and extracurricular functions which would, inter alia, entail the following: Give input towards policy.
• Involved with planning regarding academic, facilities, financial and other related issues.
• Compilation of timetables.
• Perform and oversee administration in terms of classes e.g. attendance registers, student records, exam results etc.
• Serve on various committees (e.g. subject academic committees etc.).
• Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports.
• Human resource responsibility including: Supervise subordinates.
• Development of subordinates.
• Maintain discipline.
• Plan and prioritise work of subordinates.
• Performance management.
• Monitor expenditure and utilisation of assets.
• Comply with the Public Service prescripts.

Indlela yokuqoka

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email SASrecruit88@nda.gov.za

Imibuzo: Mr T Cebani Tel No: (049) 802 6605

Amanqaku

EE Target: African Males, Coloured Females and persons with disability To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre- entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry- programme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. All shortlisted candidates, for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS shall undertake two pre- entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Due to high volumes, the Department will not acknowledge receipt of applications. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts, or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DOA is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Campus Manager Ref No: 3/3/1/49/2026 advertised in the Public Services Vacancy Circular no 24 of 2026 was published with the incorrect EE Targets; the correct EE Targets are African Males and Females, and persons with disability. Therefore, the submission of job applications will be accepted from 25 September 2026 until 09 October 2026 at 16:00 through the same application channels published under the Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 dated 10 July 2026. Withdrawal of Advertisement: The post of Senior Security Officer (reference: 3/3/1/83/2026), which was published in the Public Service Vacancy Circular number 32 dated 04 September 2026, closing 18 September 2026, has been withdrawn. OTHER POSTS