Candidate Scientific Technician: Agricultural Crop Research Services

(3-Year Fixed Term Contract) Department: KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government Centre: Cedara Research Station Salary: R352 299 per annum Reference: SSC46/2026 DUTIES Assist in the implementation of methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Provide technical support and recommendations/advice. Assist in development of databases, data management and subsequent analysis. Conduct research and development. Assist with administrative and related functions. ENQUIRIES Ms H. Mthembu at 076 941 4285 HOW TO APPLY Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment system at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applications submitted electronically will be taken as a final application and may not be amended or supplemented in any way after the closing date indicated in the advertisement. All applications must be addressed to the Head of Department and for reference numbers starting with SSC may be hand delivered or couriered to 4 Pin Oak Avenue, Hilton, 3245. All applications for reference numbers starting with NSC may be hand delivered or couriered to Lot no. 11634, Corner of Via Verbena and Loop Street, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay, 3900. Emailed applications will not be accepted. NOTE Applicants using the manual application process must submit their applications on the prescribed form Z83 (Please Use The New Z83 Form Which Is Effective From 01 January 2021) obtainable from any Public Service Department or at www.dpsa.gov.za and all applications must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV. Applicants must ensure that the Z83 application form is completed in full, duly signed and initialled, as failure to do so may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related/supporting documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources. Applicants may also visit any one of our Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) where our friendly staff will assist you with applying online or receiving your hardcopy application. You can find the list of Designated Online Application Centres (DOACS) at www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). No late applications will be accepted. Failure to comply with the above instructions will result in the disqualification of your application. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. OTHER POSTS Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

An NQF level 6 Diploma in Plant or Crop Production. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Candidate Certificated Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence. Experience: No experience required. Knowledge: Scientific methodologies, research and development, knowledge of legal compliance. Skills: Computer-aided scientific applications, technical report writing, Decision making, analytical skills, creativity, self-management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, computer literacy, planning and organising, conflict management, problem solving and analysis.