SCIENTIST (PRODUCTION LEVEL): NUTRITION AND PRODUCT QUALITY (ELSENBURG) is a South African government vacancy at Western Cape Department of Agriculture. This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government | closing date: 17 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
Salary
Grade A: R791 604 – Grade C: R1 189 767 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
Requirements
- An appropriate 4-year Degree: BSc (Hons) or BSc (Agric) in Animal Science;
- Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions) as a Professional Natural Scientist in Animal Science;
- Three years post-qualification experience in animal nutrition research;
- A valid driving licence.
- Competencies: Working knowledge of the following: Programme and project management;
- Scientific methodologies and models;
- Computer-aided scientific applications;
- Technical report writing;
- Data analysis;
- Policy development and analysis;
- Presentation skills;
- Mentoring.
- Skills in the following: Team leadership;
- Analytical skills;
- Communication;
- Networking;
- People management;
- Planning and organising;
- Problem solving and analysis;
- Change management;
- Innovation;
- Computer literacy;
- Ability to work independently;
- Proven ability to conduct research in animal nutrition.
Duties
- Develop and implement farm animal research methodologies, systems and standard operating procedures;
- Perform farm animal research data analysis and compliance functions;
- Research and development;
- Human capital development.
- It will be an advantageous to have the following: PhD in Animal Science (Nutrition), Proven proficiency in feed formulation and a record of publications in animal nutrition.
Enquiries
Ms M Mulaudzi Tel No: (021) 808 5220
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
SALARY : Grade A: R791 604 – Grade C: R1 189 767 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 4-year Degree: BSc (Hons) or BSc (Agric) in Animal Science; Compulsory registration with SACNASP (South African Council for Natural
Scientific Professions) as a Professional Natural Scientist in Animal Science;
Three years post-qualification experience in animal nutrition research; A valid driving licence. Competencies: Working knowledge of the following:
Programme and project management; Scientific methodologies and models;
Computer-aided scientific applications; Technical report writing; Data analysis;
Policy development and analysis; Presentation skills; Mentoring. Skills in the following: Team leadership; Analytical skills; Communication; Networking;
People management; Planning and organising; Problem solving and analysis;
Change management; Innovation; Computer literacy; Ability to work independently; Proven ability to conduct research in animal nutrition.
DUTIES : Develop and implement farm animal research methodologies, systems and standard operating procedures; Perform farm animal research data analysis
and compliance functions; Research and development; Human capital development. It will be an advantageous to have the following: PhD in Animal
Science (Nutrition), Proven proficiency in feed formulation and a record of publications in animal nutrition.
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Mulaudzi Tel No: (021) 808 5220
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.