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Scientist (Production Level): Breeding/Reproduction / Animal Housing And Welfare (Elsenburg)

Department

Department of Agriculture

Location

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government, Western Cape

Salary

R791 604 per annum, (OSD as prescribed), (all-inclusive salary package)

Closing date

19 Oct 2026

Reference number

AGR 49/2026

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number AGR 49/2026.
Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 19 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

BSc (Agric) or BSc (Hons) degree in Animal Science; Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Professional Natural Scientist; Three years post qualification natural scientific experience; A valid Code B driving licence. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Research and development; Computer-aided scientific applications; Knowledge of legal compliance; Technical report writing; Creating high-performance culture; Professional judgment; Data analysis; Mentoring; Programme and project management; Scientific methodologies. Skills in the following: Decision making, Team leadership, Analytical skills, Creativity, Self- management, Financial management, Customer focus and responsiveness, Communication, Computer literacy, Networking, People management, Planning and organising, Conflict management, Change management, Problem s

Duties

Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures; Perform scientific analysis and regulatory functions; Research and development; Human capital development.

Enquiries

Ms M Mulaudzi Tel No: (021) 808 5220

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 35 of 2026.