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I learnt a lot while at the ARC. It is time for me to grow outside of my comfort zone
the past 5 years at the ARC have been great , i managed to move to senior levels twice and it has been an honor. it is my sincere feeling that i would like to grow outside of the ARC horizon and learn from a different sector as oppose to the Agriculture that i now know and have learnt for 5 years.
Pros: staff treated equally
Cons: little room for growth
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Excellent in learning
,data capture, Collecting data, Harvesting data, Gryn data, Dry plans, Weeding the ground for plans to grow, Irrigation, Checking the leaves, Calculate the percentage of the growing plans, Attending the meeting, Having workshop, Drafting the schedule, Taking messages for the boss lady, Collecting tools, Order the uniform, Measuring the plans, Topdressing the fertilizer,
Pros: Great experience
Cons: Working 7hours
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I've gained a lot in the company, the cotributed a lot in my work expertience and my studies.
I learner a lot at ARC-VOP, I've gained skills in agricultural knowledge and skill. I have the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team as well as independently. it was fun to work with my colloquies, working improving the company productivity.
Pros: improved in Project managementand financial management
Cons: Na
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Agricultural Advisory and Training in Small-Holder Agricultural Development
The ARC is currently conducting a training for extension practitioners on Climate Smart Agriculture in one of the most affected provinces in South Africa. This project is one of the foundation for the candidate to apply her theoretical knowledge in the the work place. By executing tasks for the project: 1.Drafting of proposal (printing of supporting documents) 2.Administrative tasks and support in the project (printing, filing, binding, management of supply of training materials, writing of reports) 3.Capturing of applications for Climate Smart Agriculture for 3 provinces 4.Arrangements for travel (vehicle booking, accommodation) 5.Co-ordinating Climate Smart Agriculture training in 3 provinces Eastern Cape, Limpopo & North West) in South Africa.
Pros: Sadly am on a contract
Cons: Long hours including working on weekends and alot of traveling
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Experience of note
-We have 11 different institutes that report and submit everything to Central office for finalizing thus we have to invoice and process payments for 11 different campuses. -I have gained a lot of exposure and experience as to how the Creditors Department works with always meeting my deadlines and providing precise yet done with diligence work. -We work as a unit and work has always been delivered and I got to work with our CFO that was one of my highlights as to when I was still an intern. -We closed off submission for any payments every month in the 20th so that we have sufficient time till month end.
Pros: - I got offered a contract as an impression of my work.
Cons: Long hours but not enough time for the amount of work because of understaffed
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Excellent learning curve
Excellent learning curve and ability to study for an advanced degree inspired by colleagues with PhDs. Enabled to mentor team and empower them with fresh skills
Pros: Service delivery to the nation
Cons: No bonuses or salary increase
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Good learning experience
lovely atmosphere and good learning experience. People have a good attitude and are always ready to assist when faced with a problem. A Typical work day alternates between the laboratory as well as the office for admin work. its been a rewarding experience to learn about wine yeasts as well as wine making. The most highlight is the attending of the Cape Wine academy course which has greatly enhanced my knowledge about wine
Pros: Great place to learn
Cons: no cons at this work place
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Good place to get experience across different scientific principal
I worked at the Institute for close to 3 years. I learned that the different departments involved in crop protection, crop information and crop management go beyond the lab itself. I learned to work with limited resources at times and produce and improve my work standards in the process. I believe I left a good impression with the workings I was fortunate to have worked with.
Pros: Great opportunity to learn abot Agriculural Practices
Cons: short staffed
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Excellent learning curve
We have a great relationship as co-workers on a social basis. But, when it comes to required work, it seems other co-workers are not motivated or simply do not care that their inputs affect positively or negatively the next person’s work. I have learnt and gained experience in project management. I can run a full project cycle now. I can lead a team of junior and senior researchers. I enjoy field work a lot. This gives me closer understanding of reality. Consequently, I enjoy the analysis of the data collected. The relationship between technical and research staff can be very challenging. Support staff are decision makers and not the researchers thus creating a misskew of organizational manadate.
Pros: Great opoortunity for further studies
Cons: Long turn around times
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Excellent and enriching opportunity
The works involves conducting cutting edge research and developing young professionals as well as attracting external funding for research and development
Pros: Excelling in high level technology
Cons: Dealing with complex working environment
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