Research Support Assistant
2 days ago
Interacts with the community beneficiary while playing a role in community engagement activities that include, education (e.g. training, awareness raising, capacity building), research (e.g. data collection for monitoring and evaluation), and support (e.g. communications and stakeholder database) to ensure the preservation and integration of Indigenous knowledge systems into broader development initiatives.
- Facilitates community engagements.
- Facilitates communication between the community beneficiary, including traditional leaders, knowledge holders and the research team.
- Monitors and reports research progress in collaboration with the project coordinator and project leader.
- Assists other projects within the Water Science Unit, when required.
- Diploma in Agriculture or related field.
- Ability to work positively with a wide range of individuals involved in a project.
- Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Resident in Gauteng Province, Tshwane District Municipality.
- Part of the Bapedi ethnic group.
- Fluent in English, Pedi and Sotho languages.
**Enquiries: Senior Researcher: Dr NA Araya: Tel: 012 310 2500**
**CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 12 MARCH 2025**
Preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.
Applications accompanied by a cover letter, detailed CV with at least three recent (3) contactable referees, certified copies of certificates, supporting documents and a copy of driver’s license must be attached to the form.
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