ARC Jobs

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is a premier science institution that conducts research with
partners, develops human capital and foster innovation in support of the agricultural sector. It
provides diagnostic, laboratory, analytical, agricultural engineering services, post-harvest
technology development, agrochemical evaluation, consultation and advisory services, food
processing technology services as well as various surveys and training interventions. Through its
wider network of research institutes and experimental farms, the ARC provides a strong scientific base and a broadly distributed technology transfer capacity to the entire agricultural industry in South Africa.

1. FACILITIES OFFICER (RE-ADVERT)
2. SENIOR STORES CLERK
3. HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR
4. ASSETS CLERK

FACILITIES OFFICER (RE-ADVERT)

Key Performance Areas:

• Manage office space planning according to needs of end users.
• Liaise with scientists and researchers regarding their strategic needs and requirements within the
  section.
• Carry out improvement and maintenance of the building, heavy machinery, farm equipment and other equipment such as air conditioner, graders, tractors and frontend diggers and laboratory equipment.
• Provide AP Facilities budget inputs and adhere to the allocated budget.
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of Occupational health and safety Act and relevant regulations and that a culture of safety is engendered throughout the Campus.
• Train personnel to ensure compliance and product optimisation.
• Ensure and maintain good housekeeping, equipment inspections and testing including facility detection.
• Identify redundant facilities to use such to raise external income.
• Supervise and manage technical, transport and asset staff within the section.
• Implementation and awareness drives and exercise all forms of security to ensure a safe and risk-free
  working environment for all.
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of policies and procedures for asset and acquisition,
  recording, control and disposal.
• Manage the fleet and all aspects related to transport for the campus.
• Undertake effective asset management through the alignment of policies to ensure optimal utilisation, longevity, security and safety of assets.
• Management of lease agreement and contract i.e., cleaning, security, plumbing, electrical and cooling & registration service etc.
• Ensure payments of service rendered are paid timeously within the stipulated turnaround period of 30 days.
• Ensure compliance with finance policies and regulations i.e. PMFA, National Treasury Regulation etc.
• Undertake ongoing farm inspections across Irene Campus and Outstations pertaining to facilities
  matters.
• Facilitate the procurement of facilities items and partake in the acquisition of Capital projects or any
  adhoc requests.

Requirements:

• A National Diploma in Facilities, Business, Property, Management or equivalent qualification within
  built/facilities environment.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Facilities Management.
• Extensive knowledge of hard/technical and soft services.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain, Project & Contract Management i.e., management of cleaning, security
  services etc.
• Extensive knowledge and application of Health and Safety Regulation.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suites.
• Extensive and knowledge of security and assets management.
• Good communication, problem solving, ability to handle pressure, planning and organisational skills.
• A valid South African driver’s licence.
• People, budget and business management skills

Enquiries: Mrs. N.G Nkosi, Tel: (012) 672 9010
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 29 MARCH 2024

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act

Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license). must be emailed to: APICV@arc.agric.za

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and
particulars of three (3) traceable referees.

SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be
considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard
their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint

SENIOR STORES CLERK

Key Performance Areas:

• Stores and warehousing administration.
• Issuing out and receiving Stock (physical and system).
• Managing Stock level, conducting weekly spot checks, monthly stock counts and annually major
  year counts for closing of financial period.
• Investigate any variances/discrepancies on stock and report to superiors.
• Receive deliveries inspect if applicable and dispatch to end-users.
• Match delivery Invoice with Order, issue GRN and forward invoice pack for payment.
• Follow-up on Open orders and Payments.
• Closing of Purchase orders not needed anymore.
• Source new suppliers at Institute level and manage the Institute’s Database.
• Update existing Suppliers information in the database.
• Sourcing of Quotations below R 30 000 and Evaluation of Supplier’s Performance.
• Prepare All required reports for Institute, Central office and Audits as required

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Higher in Supply Chain Management/Procurement/Logistics/Inventory, or
  related field.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Stores/Logistics/Warehouse/Acquisition in the public sector

Enquiries: SCM Accountant, Ms L Mgwatyu: Tel: (021) 809 3172

HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT ADMINISTRATOR

Key Performance Areas:

• Render and maintain quality Human Capital Administration services that conform to personnel needs
  and those of the ARC.
• Ensure that all Human Capital Administration queries are dealt with in an accurate, timeous and in
  a professional manner.
• Assist with effective coordination of performance management system.
• Effectively coordinate the reconciliation process of Human Capital Management instruction to
  Payroll.
• Render and maintain quality human resources benefits administration system.
• Render and maintain quality Pension/Provident fund administration service.
• Effective coordination
• Coordinate the staff recruitment and selection process, i.e., prepare notice of the interviews,
  schedule, and coordinate interviews, conduct reference checks, prepare interview reports.
• Provide Human Capital support for all Human Capital Management related activities.
• Update employees’ information on the Human Capital system.
• Assist in the coordination of the reconciliation process of Human Capital instructions to payroll.
• Comply with Occupational Health and Safety regulations.

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Human Resources Management or Equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years HR administration experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant HR legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Computer skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Fully bilingual.

Enquiries: Manager HCM, Mr Phumzile Jacobs: Tel: (021) 809 3393

ASSETS CLERK

Key Performance Areas:

• Link new assets to assets structures.
• Perform annual fixed asset verification.
• Capture transfer of assets on the assets structure.
• Assist with annual assessment of fixed assets.
• Load fixed assets onto FAR.
• Render logical support services, demand, and acquisition.
• Regularly update assets register to comply to GRAP.
• Ensure that assets register is completed and complies to National treasury norms and standards.
• Update assets acquisition, renewal movements, transfers and disposals.
• Ensure that the finance leased assets register is accurate, complete and complies with the
  requirements of GRAP.
• Ensure proper filing system for future references.

Requirements:

• National Diploma in Assets Management or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Assets Management.
• Drivers Licence.

Enquiries: Facilities Manager, Mr Maanda Nevhutanda: Tel: (021) 809 3301

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 03 APRIL 2024

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.

Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates,
supporting documents, copy of driver’s license) must be emailed to Infruiteccv@arc.agric.za

NB: Non-RSA citizens with work permit must attach certified copies as well as the names and
particulars of three (3) traceable referees

SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be
considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard
their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.

All the best with your applications.