Candidate Scientist: Plant Sciences

About

A three-year contract candidate scientist role supporting agri-processing methodologies, compliance, advice and capacity building. Requires a National Diploma in Science or relevant qualification and SACNAPS registration as a Certificated Natural Scientist in training upon appointment. Salary: R687 036 per annum (all-inclusive salary package), OSD as prescribed. Terms of service: 3-year contract position. Reference: AGR 60/2026. Duty station: Elsenburg.

How to apply

Apply online only via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of methodologies, policies, systems and procedures.
• To assist in the facilitation of compliance.
• Provide advice to internal & external clients/stakeholders on Agri-processing for decision-making, initiatives and/or interventions within a specific environment.
• Provide capacity building.

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Science or relevant qualification.
• Registration with SACNAPS as a Certificated Natural Scientist in training is compulsory upon appointment.