SENIOR AGRICULTURAL SCIENTIST (SENIOR LECTURER) REF NO:
3/3/1/88/2026
Directorate: Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Eastern Cape (Middelburg)
REQUIREMENTS : 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.
DUTIES : 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.
ENQUIRIES : Mr T Cebani Tel No: (049) 802 6605
APPLICATIONS : 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
NOTE : EE Target: African Males, Coloured Females and persons with disability