Assistant Manager: Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre

Interdot Solutions; Vrystaat; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental department is seeking an Assistant Manager for the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre in Free State Province. This role involves leadership, team management, and operational management of the centre. Ideal candidates should have a postgraduate degree in aquaculture and at least 3 years of relevant experience in aquaculture and fish hatchery management. The position involves a diverse range of technical and administrative responsibilities aimed at advancing aquaculture technology and training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Aquaculture.
• 3 years experience in technical farm and/or fish hatchery management.

Responsibilities

• Undertake technical and administrative functions of the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre.
• Provide support towards coordination of training and capacity building initiatives.
• Participate in aquaculture research and technology demonstration activities.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Strategic mindset

Team management

Technical knowledge in aquaculture

Education

Post Graduate Degree in Aquaculture

Job description

Assistant Manager: Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre (3 years FTC)

Job Openings Assistant Manager: Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre (3 years FTC)

About the job Assistant Manager: Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre (3 years FTC)

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries & the Environment is seeking a motivated and results-driven Assistant Manager to join our team based in Gariep Dam, Free State Province. This role is ideal for an individual who possesses strong leadership capabilities, a strategic mindset, and the ability to manage and inspire a team toward achieving organizational goals. The Assistant Manager will work closely with senior management, technical team, and scientists in contributing to key decisions and supporting daily operations of the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre, ensuring efficiency, and upholding our commitment to excellence. This is a unique opportunity to play an integral role in shaping the future of the team and the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre while developing professionally within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Duration

3 years contract renewable on annual basis

Qualifications

• Post Graduate Degree in Aquaculture (University Degree)

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Aquaculture.
• Must have 3 years experience in technical farm and/or fish hatchery management

Duties

• Undertake technical and administrative functions of the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre (ATDC).
• Provide support towards coordination of Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre (ATDC) training and capacity building initiatives.
• Provide leadership and participate in aquaculture research and technology demonstration activities at the aquaculture technology demonstration centre.
• Ensuring development and implementation of breeding programmes, and provision of fingerlings through broodstock management at the ATDC.
• Manage day-to-day operation of the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre.
• Oversee the implementation of intergovernmental arrangements of the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre.
• Manage staff at the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Center.