Department of Agriculture And Rural Development

Professional Scientist Grade A/B/C - Rangeland Ecology And Management/ Pasture Science

Salary or stipendGrade 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)

The Department of Agriculture And Rural Development is looking for a Professional Scientist Grade A/B/C - Rangeland Ecology And Management/ Pasture Science. This is a permanent role based in KwaZulu-Natal.

Kokstad Research Station

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/169, page 131

Reference number: SSC34/2026
Appointment: Permanent
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Centre: Kokstad Research Station

What you will need

An NQF level 08 four-year Agricultural Science degree (BSc) (Hons) majoring in Rangeland Ecology and Management / Pasture Science, compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.
Knowledge: Sound understanding of agricultural research methodologies and application of practices and techniques in the field of Rangeland Ecology and Management or Pasture Science.
Labour Relations Act, Public Service Act, Public Administration Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Directive on Human Resources Management and Development for Public Service Professionalisation, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Departmental HRM and HRD Policies.
Skills: Technical: Planning and organising, team leadership, analytical skills, problem solving and analysis, creativity, decision making, change management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, innovation, computer literacy, networking, creating a high-performance culture, self-disciplined and self-driven with the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Experience

Experience: 3 years’ post-qualification experience in Rangeland Ecology and Management or Pasture Science.

Professional registration

An NQF level 08 four-year Agricultural Science degree (BSc) (Hons) majoring in Rangeland Ecology and Management / Pasture Science, compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist and a valid driver’s licence.

Driver's licence

Skills and competencies

Skills: Technical: Planning and organising, team leadership, analytical skills, problem solving and analysis, creativity, decision making, change management, customer focus and responsiveness, communication, innovation, computer literacy, networking, creating a high-performance culture, self-disciplined and self-driven with the ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Key responsibilities

Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures.
Perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions.
Conduct research and development.
Human capital development.
Perform administrative and related functions.

Additional details

Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Enquiries: Mr M Magawana
Telephone: (033) 355 9258