KEY FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

Agronomic expertise in sugar bean and groundnut cultivation, including cultivar selection, planting systems, soil fertility, pest and disease control, and yield optimisation under diverse climatic conditions.
Field trial design and experimental management, with demonstrated ability to design, implement, and standardise replicated trials (e.g., RCBD, on-farm strip trials) across multiple sites while ensuring protocol compliance and data integrity.
Soil, crop, and environmental data collection and interpretation, including soil sampling, crop performance assessment, sensor deployment, and application of basic statistical principles to support evidence-based recommendations.
Technical extension and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate research findings into practical, site-specific recommendations for farmers and industry partners, and to support implementation of validated high-value and climate-smart cropping systems.
South African citizen, Valid driving licences
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

Professional integrity and accountability, demonstrating reliability, ethical conduct, and consistent delivery of high-quality work.
Problem-solving and adaptability, responding effectively to field challenges, climatic variability, and operational constraints.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, engaging confidently with farmers, industry partners, and colleagues.
Collaborative and proactive work ethic, contributing positively to team objectives while taking initiative in managing responsibilities.