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PROFESSIONAL SCIENTIST GRADE A/B/C (JUNCAO MUSHROOM) SECTION

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal

Salary band

R 791 604

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

SSC15/2026

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal

Location

Cedara Research Station

Salary

Grade A: R791 604 per annum, all -inclusive OSD remuneration package Grade B: R900 957 per annum, all -inclusive OSD remuneration package Grade C: R1 015 071 per annum, all -inclusive OSD remuneration package

Requirements

An NQF level 08 four-year B.Sc in Agriculture degree majoring in Microbiology and/or Plant Pathology, compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence. Experience: 3 years’ relevant post qualification experience. Knowledge: Sound understanding of agricultural research methodologies and application of practices and techniques. Sound and broad knowledge of laboratory instrumentation maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting. Knowledge of microbiology and/or plant pathology. Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Departmental HRM and HRD Policies, Occupational Health and Safety Standards. Skills: Technical: Analytical skills and data analysis, scientific methodology and models, research and development, writing of scientific papers, technical reports and popular articles, scientific editing and reviewing, communication at a scientific, technical and informative level, programme and project management, presentation and computer aided scientific applications, professional judgement, policy development and analysis. Generic: Leadership, mentorship, conflict management, financial management, planning and organizing, analytical, problem solving and analytical thinking, creativity, decision making, change management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, innovation, computer literacy, customer focus and responsiveness, networking, creating high-performance culture.

Duties

Conduct research and development. Perform agricultural scientific analysis and regulatory functions. Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Human Capital Development and Management. Perform administrative functions.

Enquiries

Dr. SR Bezuidenhout Tel No: (033) 355 9657

Closing Date

2026-08-31T23:59:00+02:00

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·An NQF level 08 four-year B
  • ·Sc in Agriculture degree majoring in Microbiology and/or Plant Pathology, compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence
  • ·Experience: 3 years’ relevant post qualification experience
  • ·Knowledge: Sound understanding of agricultural research methodologies and application of practices and techniques
  • ·Sound and broad knowledge of laboratory instrumentation maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting
  • ·Knowledge of microbiology and/or plant pathology
  • ·Knowledge of the Labour Relations Act, Public Service Regulations, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Departmental HRM and HRD Policies, Occupational Health and Safety Standards
  • ·Skills: Technical: Analytical skills and data analysis
  • ·scientific methodology and models
  • ·research and development

Key Duties

  • ·Conduct research and development
  • ·Perform agricultural scientific analysis and regulatory functions
  • ·Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures
  • ·Human Capital Development and Management
  • ·Perform administrative functions

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the PROFESSIONAL SCIENTIST GRADE A/B/C (JUNCAO MUSHROOM) SECTION position at Provincial Administration: Kwazulu-Natal?+

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What is the salary for the PROFESSIONAL SCIENTIST GRADE A/B/C (JUNCAO MUSHROOM) SECTION position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 791 604. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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