Fruit South Africa is an umbrella body of fruit industry associations and strives for a competitive, equitable and sustainable fruit industry. Fruit SA requires an Intern who is professional, younger than 30, organised, self-motivated, and results driven. The individual must be able to deal with complexity, be eager to learn, and have high levels of enthusiasm and curiosity.
About Fruit South Africa
Fruit SA is a non-profit company (NPC) registered as an umbrella body for the South African fruit industry. Fruit SA strives for a competitive, equitable and sustainable SA fruit industry.
Fruit South Africa Internship
| Application Deadline | 18 Aug 2023 |
| Country to study | South Africa |
| Type | Internship |
| Sponsor | Fruit South Africa |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Aim and Benefits of Fruit South Africa Internship
Market-related stipend
Requirements for Fruit South Africa Internship Qualification
The incumbent must hold a BAgric or BSc degree in agricultural economics or in any field of study related to the fruit industry value chain
Responsibilities:
- Providing general support to the Industry Affairs Manager and the CEO and standing in for the Executive Office Administrator when required.
- Conducting research on the latest industry trends and providing relevant analyses.
- Compiling and/or updating the industry statistics booklet that contains current industry information for all relevant stakeholders.
- Representing the organisation at industry events and drafting reports that detail those events.
- Communication with stakeholders and management of the Citrus Industry Trust-related matters. Requirements:
- Computer literacy
- A good understanding of: o the agriculture and fruit industry value chains, and supply chains o international and local markets o the agriculture industry of South Africa
- The ability to work independently, within a team
- Excellent communication (verbal and written) and public speaking skills
- Good time management skills
- Good organisational and planning skills
- A problem solver
- Numerical aptitude
- Report writing skills
- Able to work under pressure
Reporting to: Industry Affairs Manager
Application Deadline
August 18, 2023How to Apply
NB: Late applications will not be considered. If you have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your applications unsuccessful. Please send your application to [email protected]
For more details, visit Fruit South Africa website.
