Senior Agricultural Scientist (Senior Lecturer) vacancy at Department of Agriculture. Location: Middelburg. Salary R487 197 p.a. Closes 16 October 2026.
| Job Title | Senior Agricultural Scientist (Senior Lecturer) |
| Employer | Department of Agriculture |
| Reference Number | 3/3/1/88/2026 |
| Circular Post No. | 35/02 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Location | Middelburg, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 7 October 2026 at 00:27 |
| Closing Date | 16 October 2026 at 16:00 |
| Status | Open for applications |
| Salary | R487 197 per year |
| Salary Level | Level 09 |
| Minimum Qualification | Bachelor's degree |
| Experience Required | 3 years |
About this Senior Agricultural Scientist (Senior Lecturer) position
Introduction
The Department of Agriculture has advertised a vacancy for a Senior Agricultural Scientist (Senior Lecturer) in Middelburg, Eastern Cape, in Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026. The salary is R487 197 per year (Level 09). Applications close on 16 October 2026 at 16:00. Directorate: Grootfontein Agricultural Development Institute
Responsibilities
- Oversee the development and implementation of the academic curriculum for the subject field according to the relevant quality standards which would, inter alia, include the following: Determine the training needs of clients and industrial role players (Liaise with relevant agricultural role players).
- Identify gaps in the curriculum, review and develop appropriate interventions, e.g. course material / study guides.
- Compile a curriculum.
- Ensure alignment of course material with requirements set for academic institutions and practical requirements.
- Participate in peer reviewing of study material and presentations.
- Prepare syllabus guides, lesson plans and presentation of practical, theoretical and/or short courses in accordance with the set timetable.
- Ensure that assessment and moderation of assessments take place in accordance with the required standards (e.g.
- Higher Education Quality Committee standards).
- Develop and implement a capacity-building plan.
- Conduct classes which would, inter alia, include the following: Conduct classes which would, inter alia, include the following.
- Prepare practical and theoretical lecturing material and study aids.
- Present lectures and tutorials.
- Maintain discipline during classes.
- Compile question papers and memorandums for assessments.
- Grade answer sheets, papers and assignments.
- Statistical analysis of results.
- Invigilate during exams and tests as required.
- Support students through an advisory and consultative role.
- Moderation of exams as required.
- Present short courses / vocational training to Higher Education and Training (HET), Further Education and Training (FET) students and other stakeholders.
- Liaise with industry at various platforms on different aspects of vocational training.
- Prepare practical material and study aids.
- Present practical classes and assessment.
- Provide oversight, guidance, mentoring and assistance to students and other stakeholders in the planning (strategic, operational, fodder flow and financial) and management (day-to -day livestock operations, data collection and marketing) of production units (mini farms).
- Provide oversight to students / stakeholders in the collection, processing and interpretation of data of the production unit.
- Ensure the provision of sufficient quantity and quality of practical training material and equipment (fleeces, livestock, equipment, etc.).
- Oversee and conduct applied information research on production units: Do desktop research on subject matter.
- Identify relevant new information and technology for incorporation in course material.
- Present findings of research at relevant platforms.
- Provide verbal and written advice and assistance to farmers in subject field.
- Perform and oversee administrative and extracurricular functions which would, inter alia, entail the following: Give input towards policy.
- Involved with planning regarding academic, facilities, financial and other related issues.
- Compilation of timetables.
- Perform and oversee administration in terms of classes e.g. attendance registers, student records, exam results etc.
- Serve on various committees (e.g. subject academic committees etc.).
- Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports.
- Human resource responsibility including: Supervise subordinates.
- Development of subordinates.
- Maintain discipline.
- Plan and prioritise work of subordinates.
- Performance management.
- Monitor expenditure and utilisation of assets.
- Comply with the Public Service prescripts.
Required Qualifications
- Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSc) in Agriculture (Animal Science).
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the higher education environment.
- Job related knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of all relevant legislation and regulations that govern the Public Service.
- Knowledge of Government policies and priorities in terms of Agriculture.
- Knowledge and understanding of the white paper on the transformation of the Public Service (Batho Pele).
- A strong knowledge of the subject area combined with a broad subject background enabling contributions to teaching programmes.
- Job related skills: Computer skills.
- Good knowledge of the subject field.
- Supervisory and management skills.
- Formal training and presentation skills/facilitation skills.
- Willingness to work extended hours.
- The ability to work proactively and under pressure.
- The ability to work efficiently and effectively at all times.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Willingness to travel.
How to Apply
Submit a completed, signed new Z83 form and a detailed CV quoting reference number 3/3/1/88/2026. The Z83 can be obtained from any Public Service department or from https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/
Applications: Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email SASrecruit88@nda.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr T Cebani Tel No: (049) 802 6605
Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 16:00
Note: EE Target: African Males, Coloured Females and persons with disability
Source: Public Service Vacancy Circular 35 of 2026 (issued 02 October 2026), Post 35/02. Always confirm the details against the official advert.
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