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PPECB 2018 Junior Inspector Graduate Opportunities (Agriculture OR Food Science)

Editor — Sun, 11 Feb 2018 22:13:19 +0000

The Perishable Products Export Control Board’s (PPECB) Operations Department in the Eastern Cape has x12 vacancies for a Junior Inspector in Port Elizabeth, Kirkwood/Addo, Fort Beaufort and Patensie area. This is a fixed term contract, for the duration of the Citrus season to conduct inspection of products and equipment according to standard protocols and procedures as prescribed through PPECB’s current legislative mandate.

The successful candidate will be responsible to:

Inspect and certify perishable products.
Inspect the handling, storage and transport of perishable products.
Ensure the correct application of quality management systems, ISO procedures and work instructions.
Perform administrative tasks.
Build and maintain good relations with PPECB clients.
Communicate with various clients on own specific task and outcome of decisions
Accept the responsibility of continuous self-improvement in their area of responsibility according to the PPECB performance framework.

Job Requirements

A National Diploma in an agricultural or food science discipline
National Certificate: Perishable Produce Export Technology would be advantageous
Practical experience of products inspected in the relevant region will be an advantage: Citrus.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to work with minimum supervision.
Excellent customer service skills.
A valid code 08 driver’s license and own reliable vehicle

How to apply?

To apply for the Junior Inspector Graduate roles at the PPECB in the Eastern Cape CLICK HERE

Closing date: 16 February 2018

PPECB is an equal opportunity employer and promotes compliance with the provisions of the Employment Equity Act.
It is our intention to promote equity according to our Employment Equity plan with the filling of posts. All applications will be considered, with the understanding that, in terms of the PPECB Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.

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Starke Ayres Laboratory Assistant Graduate Opportunity (Agriculture)

Editor — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 20:56:07 +0000

Starke Ayres, Africa’s leading seed supplier and member of the Plennegy Group, is inviting applications for its 2018 Laboratory Assistant Graduate Opportunity from graduates with a qualification in Agriculture (minimum: National Diploma), and be proficient in communicating in English and Afrikaans. This position is based at at Starke Ayres’ offices in Kempton Park, Gauteng. This temporary position has become available in the Operations Department. This role will primarily focus on assisting with routine laboratory tasks in the Operations Laboratory.

What are the requirements?

To be considered, candidates should meet the following minimum requirements:

National Diploma in Agriculture
Communication skills in Afrikaans and English
Well developed understanding of laboratory processes and equipment
Seed quality and grading experience will be an added advantage.

How to apply?

To apply for this Laboratory Assistant Graduate Opportunity at Starke Ayres CLICK HERE

Closing date: 31 March 2018

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DRDLR Mpumalanga 2018 Agriculture Internships

Editor — Sun, 13 Aug 2017 23:35:35 +0000

The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR) is looking for unemployed Agricultural Graduates with three year Diploma or Degree who need practical hands- on experience to improve their chances of employment to apply for Agricultural programme. Interns will be based within DRDLR offices in the following Mpumalanga districts: Nkangala, Gert Sibande, Ehlanzeni.

What are the requirements?

Degree in Animal Production, Diploma/Degree in Agricultural Economics, Diploma/Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Degree/Diploma in Agronomy, Degree/Diploma in Crop Production, Diploma/Degree in Soil Science or Agricultural Management, National Diploma /Degree in Forestry or Plant Production,
Candidates with experience will have an added advantage.
Project and People Management skills.
Research methodology.
A valid driver’s licence.
Willingness to travel and work extended hours.
Computer literate skills. Communication skills. Facilitation skills. Report writing skills. Presentation skills. Liaison skills. Interpersonal relations skills.

How to apply?

The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR) 2018 Agriculture Internships in Mpumalanga CLICK HERE

Closing date: 18 August 2018

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ARC Agriculture – Animal Production Internships (Minimum: N.Dip)

Editor — Mon, 15 Aug 2016 23:50:21 +0000

The Agricultural Research Council of South Africa (ARC) is inviting applications for its 2016/2017 internships from suitably qualified South African graduates with a National Diploma or higher qualification (e.g. BSc) in Agriculture specialising in Animal Production. Interns will be placed for a period of one-year (12 months) on the Kaonafatso ya Kgomo – Beef Recording and Improvement Scheme in all nine provinces of South Africa.

What are the requirements?

Interested candidates should ensure that they meet the below requirements before they apply for the Kaonafatso ya Kgomo internships at ARC:

Be a South African citizen with a National Diploma or higher in Agriculture (Animal Production);
You must be motivated and prepared to visit farms and villages;
Posses good human relations and communication (verbal and written) skills.

When applying candidates need to indicate which province they would prefer to be appointed in.

What are the requirements?

To apply for the ARC Agriculture – Animal Production Kaonafatso ya Kgomo Internships CLICK HERE

Please make sure that you follow all instructions and upload all the required documents (cover letter, CV with references, certified copies of qualifications)

Closing date: 25 August 2016

Should you have any questions regarding this internship programme please contact: Mr DM Motiang on 012 672 9147 during normal office hours.

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Free State Department of Rural Development and Land Reform 2016/2017 Internships

Editor — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 19:16:33 +0000

The Free State Department of Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR) is inviting applications for its 12-months 2016/2017 Agricultural Graduates Programme internships from unemployment Free State graduates with a Degree in Agriculture specialising any of the following: Crop Production, Agricultural Economics OR Animal Production. Interns will be allocated to farms and projects in various districts of the Free State province, as such are applications are advised to apply for positions closer to where they live.

What are the requirements?

In order to be considered, candidates should meet the following requirements and the qualification requirements in the table below:

Have project and programme management skills;
Have training in research methodology;
Facilitation, communication and report writing skills;
Presentation, liaison, and interpersonal skills;
Be computer literate; and
Be willing to travel and work extended hours.

Filed of exposure	Reference number	Qualification requirements	No. of interns required	Location
Project Management and Rural Enterprise Development Services	3/2/1/2016/052	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	2	Fezile Dabi District
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Crop Production)	2
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Economics)	2
	3/2/1/2016/053	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	4	Lejweleputswa District
	3/2/1/2016/053	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Crop Production)	2	Lejweleputswa District
	3/2/1/2016/054	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	2	Mangaung Metro
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Crop Production)	2
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Economics)	2
	3/2/1/2016/055	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	2	Thabo Mofutsanyane District
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	2
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	2
	3/2/1/2016/056	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	3	Xhariep District
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Crop Production)	1
		Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Economics)	2

How to apply?

To apply for these internships, applicants should submit their applications comprising an application/cover letter stating the internship, reference number, and preferred district of placement, and a CV as well as certified copies of ID and qualifications. Applications can be submitted by either post or hand delivery to any of the following details:

Hand delivery	Postal applications
3^rd Floor SA Eagle Building 136 Charlotte Maxeke Street Bloemfontein	The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform Private Bag X20546 Bloemfontein 9300

Note: Preference will be given to candidates from within the local municipalities where the positions are advertised; for animal production candidates with Poultry subjects will be preferred, whereas for crop production preference will be given to graduates with vegetables or hydroponics subjects.

Closing date: 22 July 2016

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DRDLR Agricultural Extension Services 2016 Internships

Editor — Sun, 22 May 2016 16:53:23 +0000

Are you an agricultural graduate with a diploma or degree in animal or crop production or agricultural economics? The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform (DRDLR) is inviting applications for its 2016 Agricultural Extension Services 2016 Internships to be based within various districts from graduates with either a diploma or degree in Agriculture majoring in any of these: animal production, agricultural economics, or crop productions.

What are the requirements?

In order to be considered, candidates have to meet the following minimum requirements:

Have the following skills:
- Computer literacy;
- People and project management;
- Research methodology;
- Facilitation;
- Communication;
- Report writing, liaison, and interpersonal skills.
Have a willingness to travel and work long hours;
Have a degree or diploma in agriculture as per the following table:

Field of Exposure	Qualification requirements	Reference Number	District of Placement	No. of interns required
Agricultural Extension Services	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	3/2/1/2016/026	Sedibeng	2
	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Crop Production)			2
	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Agriculture Economics)			1
	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Crop Production)	3/2/1/2016/022	West Rand	5
	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Animal Production)	3/2/1/2016/023	City of Tshwane	4
	Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (Crop Production)	3/2/1/2016/023	City of Tshwane	1

Your duties will include the following:

Analyse project / farm status;
Develop project plans for a 12 months period;
Work and liaise between the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform, project owners and other stakeholders;
Provide technical advice to projects;
Conduct research;
Provide progress reports and feedback; and
Learn from project experiences.

How to apply?

To apply for these internship positions, candidates should send their applications by post or hand-deliver them to DRDLR’s offices in Gauteng (Arcadia).

Applications should should consist of a covering letter accompanied by a detailed CV, certified copies of ID and qualifications, stating the reference number as indicated on this advert. Applications must forwarded to: The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform, Private Bag X09, Hatfield, 0028 for the attention of Ms Sibongile Mkhize or hand-delivered to: 6th Floor, 524 Suncardia Shopping Centre, corner Steve Biko and Stanza Bopape Streets, Arcadia, Pretoria.

For enquiries, contact: Khathu Mathegu, Tel. (012) 337 3664 / 3669.

You can download this advertisement as a .PDF file by clicking here

Closing date: 27 May 2016

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Limpopo Economic Development Agency 2016 Internships (Various fields)

Editor — Thu, 31 Mar 2016 22:06:42 +0000

The Limpopo Economic Development Agency is inviting applications for its 2016 graduate internships from unemployed South Africans with tertiary qualifications in various study fields. The internships will be based at LEDA’s head offices in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo for a duration of 12 months over which a monthly stipend will be paid. Applications are invited from unemployed young South Africans who are permanent residents of Limpopo Province.

What are the requirements?

In addition to the qualification requirements listed in the table below, the following minimum requirements should be met by applicants:

Be a South African unemployed young person (18 to 35 years of age);
Be a permanent resident of Limpopo;
Must have never participated in any internship programme;
Must have a qualification as listed in the table below:

Area of exposure	Qualification required	No. of interns required
Finance	Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Bachelor of Commerce degree or equivalent	5
Legal	LLB, BProc, or BJuris	2
Human Resources	National Diploma, B Tech or BAdmin or equivalent qualification in Human Resource Management	2
Land & Property Development	National Diploma or BTech in Building Science or Electrical Engineering	2
Internal Audit	National Diploma or BTech in Internal Audit OR BCom or BCompt degree in Auditing or Accounting	4
Agri-Business	Nationa Diploma, BAgric, BSc Agric, or BCom Agric in Economics or Agricultural Economics or equivalent	2
Trade & Investment Promotion	BCom Economics, BAdmin or equivalent Bachelors degree in Business Management	1
Building Environment	T3, National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Building Science or Civil Engineering	2

How to apply?

Send your applications including a motivation letter, CV and certified copies of your qualifications and ID to the following address:

The Manager: Human Resource
Limpopo Economic Development Agency
PO Box 760
LEBOWAKGOMO
0737

Closing date: 8 April 2016

Should you not be contacted within 6 weeks please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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TWK Agri 2016 Internships | Various fields

Editor — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 20:59:09 +0000

TWK Agric, a business unit of the TWK Group in Mpumalanga is inviting applications for their 2016 12-months internships from graduates in various study fields. The internships will be based at TWK Agri’s operations in Piet Retief in Mpumalanga Province. Successful candidates will be paid a month stipend for the 12-months duration of the TWK Agri Internship Programme.

What are the requirements?

To be considered for the TWK Agri Internships, you have to meet the following minimum requirements:

Have a completed relevant degree or diploma;
Be a self motivated person;
Be a 2015 or later graduate;
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Be immediately available to assume a position on the TWK Internship programme.

How to apply?

To apply for the 2016 TWK Internship Programme in Mpumalanga CLICK HERE

Closing date: Unspecified.

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McCain Graduate Internship Programme 2016 (Various fields)

Editor — Sun, 23 Aug 2015 07:15:27 +0000

Canadian-founded and privately-owned multinational food producer McCain Foods’ South African operation is inviting applications for its 2016 Graduate Internship Programme from unemployed South African graduates and final year students in the following fields of study: Agriculture; Food Science / Consumer Science or Production Management; Environmental Science; Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Marketing; Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; Logistics or Supply Chain.

What are the requirements?

25-years old or younger;
A drive to achieve;
A degree in any of the fields listed below:
- Agriculture;
- Food Science / Consumer Science or Production Management;
- Environmental Science;
- Finance, Economics, Mathematics or Marketing;
- Mechanical or Industrial Engineering;
- Logistics or Supply Chain.

How to apply?

To apply for the McCain Graduate Internship Programme CLICK HERE NOW

Closing date: 30 September 2015

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Farming Operations Trainee | Pioneer Foods

Editor — Sun, 08 Jun 2014 20:58:27 +0000

South African food company Pioneer Foods’ division/subsidiary Quantum Foods: Nulaid Morester Porteville is inviting applications for a Farming Operations Trainee opportunity currently vacant at its Western Cape operations. This position would be suitable for an undergraduate, or otherwise uncertified person, who will be employed to complete the theoretical and practical component of a qualification.

What are the requirements?

You must have the following knowledge:

knowledge of farming operations for cost efficiency;
knowledge of agricultural production and quality parameters;
optimised raw material stocks;
knowledge of use of machinery & equipment; and
have a completed Grade 12/Matric qualifcation.

How to apply?

To apply CLICK HERE NOW

Closing date: 12 June 2014

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