Researcher: Agriculture (Hybrid, Western Cape)

About the role

The Parliamentary Research Services of the Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is looking for a Researcher: Agriculture (IRC8916). The role provides strategic research support to Members and Committees in support of their Oversight, Legislative, Public and International Participation functions, and also offers specialised research support to Senior Management of Parliament. It is based in the Western Cape with flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic research support to Members and Committees for their Oversight, Legislative, Public and International Participation functions.
• Offer specialised research support to Senior Management of Parliament.

Required profile

• Honours degree (NQF 8) in Agricultural Science, Plant Science, Animal Science or Agricultural Economics.
• At least 3 years of applied research experience in a similar environment.
• A Master's degree is an advantage.
• Applicants must attach certified copies of qualification certificates, ID and three contactable referees; applications without them will not be considered.
• Shortlisted candidates face a positive security clearance by the SAPS and SSA, citizenship and qualification checks and competency-based assessments.

What we offer

• Competitive cost-to-company remuneration package.
• Group life and disability insurance, annual leave and funeral and burial repatriation cover.
• Wellbeing support through the Siyaphila programme and continuous learning opportunities.
• Educational support benefits for qualifying dependents through the Universal Education Protector programme.

Applications are made through the Parliament's careers page using its own recruitment platform, and the closing date is 19 November 2026.