Agricultural Research Council (ARC) Vacancies
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
The Agricultural Research Council
Roodeplaat Biosystematics
Job Reference Number: PHP0655
Department: 06 – PPRI
Business Unit:
Industry: Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
The ARC-Plant Health and Protection (ARC-PHP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Roodeplaat, Pretoria. Roodeplaat
Job Description
- Handling of petty cash, advances and claims on pre-agreed deadlines. Travelling to bank for petty cash pick-up
- Provides administrative support to ensure efficient operation of Biosystematics office.
- Answers phone calls, schedules meetings and supports visitors.
- Carries out administrative duties such as filing, typing, copying, binding, scanning etc.
- Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning administrative projects and expediting work results.
- Makes travel arrangements for senior staff such as booking flights, cars, and hotel.
- Exhibits polite and professional communication via phone, e-mail, and mail.
- Supports team by performing tasks related to organization and strong communication.
- Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
- Liaise with ICT regarding printer cartridges and repairs
- Provides information by answering questions and requests.
- Maintains stationery
- and supplier inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for staff.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Assist PRO with ad hoc tasks and events
Job Requirements
- Grade 12
- 2years Prior experience as an administrator, front desk, receptionist or in a related
- Customer service
- Basic computer literacy
- Ability to organise, prioritise and work systematically
- Good communication skills (verbal & written)
- Valid drivers’ licence
Enquiries: Ms. Hendrieta Manenzhe, Tel: 012 808 8000
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 28 APRIL 2026
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance (as well as competency and leadership assessments).
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 covering 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 on the form.
A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The organization reserves the right not to appoint.
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR (THREE (3) YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT )
The Agricultural Research Council
Roodeplaat
Job Reference Number: PHP0654
Department: 06 – PPRI
Business Unit:
Industry: Office Support
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
The ARC-Plant Health and Protection (ARC-PHP) seeks to appoint a highly skilled, experienced and dynamic person to the following position at Roodeplaat, Pretoria.
Job Description
- Administrative tasks include, loading RFQs and PO requests, obtaining quotations from service providers, budget revisions, loading new project budgets, travel and accommodation requests for staff.
- Effectively manage, direct, record and assess the flow of documents and submissions.
- Manage and upload documents to the signing-hub.
- Ensure various administrative tasks for the Division Meetings: arrangements, agendas, attendance registers, minutes, relevant documents, venues, and refreshments when needed.
- Stationery: manage orders, monthly stock count on SAGE.
- Petty Cash: withdrawals, approvals for purchases, summaries, budget sheets, requisitions, slips, control and purchases.
- Use own initiative in terms of activities and tasks that can be performed in and around control, purchases.
- Liaise with suppliers, contractors, stakeholders and project co-workers
- Protect and support ARC IP and ITC policies.
- Assists with arrangements, purchases, and preparations of social events.
Job Requirements
- National Diploma in Accounting or related field.
- Five years experience in supply chain processes and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Knowledge of SAGE X3 will be an added advantage.
- Ability to organise, prioritise and work systematically.
- Good communication skills (verbal & written).
- Experience in networking and coordination of projects will be an advantage.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite
- Code B/EB driver’s license required.
Enquiries: Dr. David Simelane, Tel: 012 808 8217
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 29 APRIL 2026
A competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance (as well as competency and leadership assessments).
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 covering 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 on the form.
A SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The organization reserves the right not to appoint.
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