COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE (CGS) VACANCIES

COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE (CGS)

NOMINATION OF CANDIDATES TO SERVE AS A MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF THE COUNCIL FOR GEOSCIENCE (CGS)

The CGS is a juristic person established in terms of the Geoscience Act, 1993 (Act No.100 of 1993) (“CGS Act”), as amended and also listed as a schedule 3A Public Entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No.1 of 1999) (“PFMA”), as amended.
The mandate of the CGS as stipulated in the CGS Act is to be custodians of geotechnical information, to be a national advisory authority in respect to geohazards related infrastructure and development, and to undertake reconnaissance operations, prospecting research, and other related activities in the mineral sector; and to provide for matters related therewith.

Nominations are invited from members of the public to serve as CGS Board members with effect from 1 May 2023. In terms of section 4(2) of the CGS Act members of the Board are appointed by the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy.
Sections 9(1) and 9(2) of the CGS Act, states that a member of the Board except the CEO, shall hold office for such period, but not exceeding three (3) years, as the Minister may determine at the time of his or her appointment and shall be eligible for re-appointment. Candidates must strictly be South African citizens or holders of permits as permanent residents in the Republic who are not disqualified to serve as directors of companies.

Candidates must be suitably qualified in Mining (Geology, Exploration, Geo-environmental, Geohydrology); Mining Economics; Finance, Audit, Risk and Compliance; Corporate Governance, Company Law; and Human Resources and/or Labour Relations;
Have experience in prospecting research, exploration and related mining and mineral energy sector experience;
Have at least 15 years’ experience in a senior leadership / director position preferably in the minerals and mining sector, Science, Engineering and Technology field or related fields.
Be dynamic, highly competent, possess distinctive and practical leadership qualities and skills; and
Have demonstrated track record as a Non-Executive Director in science related large and complex organisations.

Nomination forms should be accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae, qualifications, and a certified ID copy. Applicants must also submit a comprehensive cover letter indicating (amongst other things) the following:-

Whether or not the applicant has a criminal record;
Whether or not the applicant has ever been disqualified, placed on probation or declared a delinquent Director in accordance with the prescripts of the Companies Act, 71 of 2008;
Details of any defaults, judgments or legal proceedings instituted by or against the applicant in the last 5 years (including disciplinary proceedings initiated by a current or former employer);
Disclosure of current and/or potential interests in contracts, shareholdings or influence in all registered entities (including those in the energy sector); and
Any other information that may be of assistance to the Minister in considering the application.

Click to download the advert and the nomination form, alternatively, visit http://www.energy.gov.za – under the headings “Links” - *State Owned Enterprises”).

Applications should be emailed to SOE@energy.gov.za

CLOSING DATE: 28 February 2023 at 16h00.

Enquiries can be directed to: Mr. J Phora at (012) 406 7775 or e-mail Jack.Phora@dmre.gov.za

SOUTH AFRICAN COMMITTEE FOR STRATIGRAPHY SECRETARIAT
Peromnes Grade: P05 (R 1 438 272,94 CTC Per Annum)
Location: Head Office: Pretoria
Reporting Line: Manager: Knowledge Management
Overall Job Purpose: Undertake cutting-edge research focused on a standard and uniform characterisation and cataloguing of South African Stratigraphy and allied geoscience themes (integrated and multidisciplinary geoscientific research). This includes leading a standard and extensive review and quality assurance of stratigraphically linked mandated geoscience research within the Council for Geoscience and other allied research.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage, administer and oversee the integration of mandated research projects and ensure stratigraphic standardisation and quality assurance.
Ensure that the definitions and nomenclature used for geoscience are guided and regulated by the South African Committee for Stratigraphy principles and the transformative targets of South Africa.
Lead the technical review of geoscientific maps until publication stages.
Manage, administer and oversee the functionality and operations of the South African Committee for Stratigraphy operations, guided by the requisite operational framework.
Ensure integration across the operational framework and various task groups of the South African Committee for Stratigraphy, together with geoscience institutions in South Africa.
Design and oversee the implementation of detailed age-determination and allied isotopic discrimination techniques toward stratigraphic principles.
Conduct extensive literature review and synthesis on regions where geological investigations will be conducted. This should include reviewing and compiling all pre-existing sedimentological, lithological, structural, geochemical, economical, hydrogeological and geochronological data; and oversee the standard cataloguing of these data into digital format.
Design and oversee the packaging and presentation of South African Stratigraphic Committee secretariat results, discussion thereof and make recommendations for additional work toward supporting research toward furthering the thematic objectives.
Design and lead the consolidation of all data into project reports, thematic maps and peer-reviewed publications.
Design and lead the presentation of results at local and international geoscientific conferences.
Oversee and administer in-house scientific publications, especially those linked to fundamental geoscience.
Undertake allied geoscience research aligned to organisational mandate.

Research and Development

Initiate and participate in cutting-edge multidisciplinary stratigraphic geoscientific research, which involves data mining and data interpretation, compilation/computation of maps and/or geoscientific models particularly focused toward stratigraphic delineation and characterisation.
Participate in independent multidisciplinary research from data gathering, development of high-quality maps and reports, level editing of maps, reports, 3D models and other publications
Develop, interrogate and implement innovative conceptual models and techniques to enhance efficiency in regard to South African stratigraphy.
Make recommendations of the research at regional, national, inter-governmental level for scientific research or commercial purposes.
Develop new methodologies for data synthesis to support stratigraphic research programmes
Compile reports and peer-reviewed technical articles or scientific publications
Provide guidance and/or mentoring to early-career staff in research, which involves the following:
Provide guidance in the formulation of research proposals, methodologies, data collection and data interpretation
Evaluate projects results and makes recommendations for publication
Participate in national or international review bodies tasked with reviewing advanced projects/programmes of national, scientific or international significance

Project Implementation and Project Management

Lead varied cutting-edge geoscience (e.g. stratigraphic) programmes simultaneously and guides other scientists in their implementation
Monitor expenditures in projects and ensure that the budget is expended in line with the evaluate progress of tasks and objectives of the projects, and report progress to Business Unit Manager
Monitor risks and make recommendations for corrective measures in line with the risk management plan to the Business Unit Manager
Identify and contribute to geoscience aspects during the compilation of tenders documents and proposals
Participate and/or lead commercial contract negotiations with external clients in line with the mandate from the Executive Management
Lead the compilation of commercial and statutory project tender documents or contracts; geoscientific and, project financial and scheduling aspects
Ensure that project objectives, tasks and activities are implemented within budget and agreed timeframes

Stakeholder Relations and Reporting

Oversee the development and enablement of adequate knowledge and skills transfer throughout the structure of the South African Committee for Stratigraphy.
Ensure effective science communication of the work and results being undertaken through the framework of the South African Committee for Stratigraphy and the Council for Geoscience.
Manage and oversee the various communicative platforms that will be used for the dispersal of information.
Provide expert advice to the Executive Management, and/or public and private sector organisations related to stratigraphy and the larger CGS mandate
Provide advice to Executive Management on scientific and technical acceptability of maps, publications and reports
Provide independent moderation or peer-review of post-graduate degrees or scientific publications
Present at a national and/or international conferences or related work forums. Editing or co-editing of a book or volume based on conference proceedings
Make science-based contributions to research publications as author or co-author in national and international journals
Produce high-quality publications in national and/or international journals as first author
Participate in scientific discussions at national and international conferences involving matters of scientific importance either in a specific field or variety of fields
Contributes to the national standard and best practice guidelines at relevant platforms

Quality Assurance

Develop and Implements operating manuals for work procedures for ISO certification
Evaluate project results, reviews and edits project proposals and technical reports compiled by early-career scientists
Review methodologies, models and maps on various projects
Develop and implement project risk assessment and mitigation plans

Learning and Development

Mentor, coach and provide supervision and guidance in research of lower level scientists in regard to their geoscientific work and their progress
Initiate national or international training workshops /courses for early-career scientists to strengthen skills transfer staff in line with the business unit development plan.
Assist in identifying training needs and recommends to the manager
Evaluate the results, edits reports for publication by early-career scientists, and prepares own work for publication by the Council for Geoscience
Supervise and provide guidance in the execution of projects by early-career scientists

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

In depth knowledge and understanding of geodynamics, regional orogenic-tectono-metamorphic processes and the applications and collection of geoscience data
Knowledge and understanding of sedimentology, depositional palaeo-environments, surface processes, depositional mineralising systems, geochemical, geochronological, petrographic, and paleontological themes.
Knowledge of integrating various geoscience datasets toward defining stratigraphic characterisation.
Knowledge of local and global best-practises linked to the defining of stratigraphic nomenclature and characterisation.

KEY ATTRIBUTES AND REQUIRED SKILLS

Ability to undertake research within a dynamic and diverse team environment and capable of building interpersonal relations with clear communication
Able to resolve complex analytical and logistical problems
Able to oversee the planning and organising of targeted field work and project coordination
Able to undertake a leadership role with clear communication, management of resources, conflict management and the capability of building professional relationships
Professional and scientific writing and communication skills
Computer literacy and the ability to work within a geographic database environment.
General understanding of treasury guidelines and procurement procedures
Affinity toward create, innovative thinking with a significant dedication toward quality management and control
Affinity toward maintaining the highest level of safety and health management
Affinity toward training and development of young/inexperienced geoscientists

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Grade 12; and
MSc or MTech in Geology and 15 years relevant experience in stratigraphy and geological mapping in a wide range of geological terrains OR
PhD or DTech in Geology and 10 years relevant experience in stratigraphy and geological mapping in a wide range of geological terrains AND
Corresponding geological map publication record
Proven and relevant peer-review publication record, with particular emphasis on stratigraphic principles, geochronology, fundamental geoscience, integration of geoscience datasets and allied thematic research
Registered with SACNASP or eligible for SACNASP registration
Drivers licence (non-negotiable), with 4X4 training certification
NRF Rating an added advantage

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please send your application to careers@geoscience.org.za Please quote the position title (SACS-Secretariat) as reference when submitting your application.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

All appointments are subject to vetting processes. Appointments are subject to positive vetting results. The processing of your personal information by the Council for Geoscience will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013.

Applications submitted on CGS social media platforms will not be considered.

Closing Date: 23 February 2023

MANAGER: LEGAL SERVICES
Peromnes Grade : P05 (R 1 438 272,94 CTC Per Annum)
Location : Head Office
Reporting Line : Executive Manager- Office of the CEO
Overall Job Purpose : Provide legal services to the Board and the Office of the CEO by analysing clients’ needs and providing legal advice according to the latest case findings and law and managing the legal Advisory Services Business Unit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Leadership & Management

Lead and manage the CGS legal advisory service unit
Provide strategic leadership within area of responsibility
Contribute substantively to the CGS’s strategy, planning and reporting processes
Develop overall corporate policies and/or proposals within the related field and recommends and presents these to the Board for approval
Provide expert legal advisory services and support including offering legal opinions, representation and appeals on all legal matters within the CGS.
Provide efficient support to executive management team by developing legal compliance strategy
Review CGS legislative objectives and mandate to assess the gaps among the legal frameworks.

Operational Process (Legal Advisory Services)

Oversee and manage the handling of litigation, both on behalf of and against the CGS
Render effective and efficient legal advisory services administration support
Responsible for drafting, vetting, reviewing, negotiating and re-negotiating of legal agreements, including service level, intermediary and binder, outsource agreements and other legal documentation
Ensure legally compliant best business practices and policies in order to safeguard the organization
Monitor relevance of legal documentation to ensure consistency across business, identify risks
Research and provide legal opinion on a variety of matters and new business projects within the CGS
Provide timeous, professional advice and solutions in respect of legal matters to the business unit.
Manage litigation matters involving the organization, including representing CGS at court and alternative dispute resolution forums
Provide instructions and coordinate External Law firms in pursuing legal cases for and against CGS.
Execute company secretarial service and duties to the CGS Board
Advise the Board regarding any changes in legislation which may have an effect on CGS business operations
Provide Secretariat Services for Board and Sub-Committee Meetings
Develop and maintain an adequate and secure record-keeping system
Coordinate the distribution of relevant information and documentation for decision-making
Distribution of correspondence from external stakeholders to the Board
Coordinate and manage the support to the CEO in respect of Board and external meetings
Responsible for appointing and briefing of Attorneys and/or advocates in litigation matters
Provide opinion, advice and interpretation of new legislation and regulations
Develop, monitor and/or review Dispute Resolution Framework
Advising, assisting and making recommendation to the Board
Compiling the CGS’s Corporate Governance Handbook
Review legislative objectives and mandate to assess the gaps among the legal frameworks
Implements effective legal advisory services management and administration system

People Management

Execute prudent and proper human resource management within the business department
Champion skills development and transfer within the department
Mentor and coach staff within the business department where required
Compile and submit own Personal Development Plan
Participates in relevant and application training courses, workshops etc. as needed
Contribute to the knowledge exchange or sharing activities
Ensure compliance with HR policies within the Department

Financial Management

Execute prudent and proper management of Legal Advisory Services in line with CGS policies and Public Finance Management Act, 1999.
Exercise proper implementation of financial management protocols within the business unit.

Stakeholder Relations

Cultivate and manage objective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
Establish and maintains appropriate stakeholder relations
Communicate with key clients and other stakeholders on their needs and resolve/respond to queries
Interact with service providers to ensure SLAs have been met and contracts managed
Promptly shares and exchanges knowledge/information

Quality

Design and implement a monitoring and evaluation dashboard reporting system

Assurance & Management

Monitor, evaluate and reports on legal advisory service business unit performance indicators
Implement and effective quality management system

Project Management

Manage and lead all projects and initiative within the legal advisory services unit
Research and develop proposals on various strategic initiatives

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Strategic thinking
Consulting skills
Analytical skills
Presentation and Facilitation skills
Communication skills
Negotiation skills
Computer literacy
Customer orientation
Teamwork and collaboration
Report writing skills

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12;
A Post graduate qualification in Law
Admission as an Attorney as a minimum requirement

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

A minimum 10 years’ experience in a legal environment of which at least 5 years must be managerial experience
Strong corporate legal background dealing with reviewing and drafting of all types of commercial agreements
Experience in the implementation of efficient contract management processes
Knowledge and working experience in the applications of the Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) and other relevant legislation and regulations that govern the Public Service
Understanding of the Council for Geoscience Act
Knowledge of Mineral Regulatory Regime
Knowledge of current legislation, applicable to state owned entity
Proven track record of providing relevant and appropriate legal counsel
Proven track record in successfully managing litigations
Proven legislative drafting experience in the public sector
Proven track record in civil litigation, administrative law, labour law contracts drafting and vetting, dispute resolution processes
Ability to implement compliance systems without compromising business efficiency
Project management skills

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please send your application to careers@geoscience.org.za Please quote the position title (Manager: Legal Services) as a reference when submitting your application.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

The processing of your personal information by the Council for Geoscience will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013.

All appointments are subject to vetting processes. Appointments are subject to positive vetting results.

Applications submitted on CGS social media platforms will not be considered.

Closing Date: 23 February 2023

DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR – INFRASTRUCTURE AND LAND USE
Peromnes Grade: P11 (R 423 645, 36 CTC Per Annum)
Location: Head Office (Pretoria)
Reporting Line: Manager - Infrastructure and Land Use
Overall Job Purpose: The incumbent is responsible for rendering geotechnical database administrative support in order to ensure effective and efficient record keeping and national geotechnical report reviews administration within the Infrastructure and Land Use business unit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary role of the Database Administrator is to

Manage, maintain, and track an effective and efficient filing system within the Infrastructure and Land Use unit of the Council for Geoscience toward expediting operational functionality.
Contribute to building and maintaining of the geotechnical data warehouse, including data structures, for purposes of data analysis and operational reporting within the business unit
Render administrative support to the dissemination and invoice requisition processes to concluded report reviews – specifically associated with the National Geotechnical Report
Reviews function.
Undertake and render effective unit administration and support services in the Infrastructure and Land Use unit of the Council for Geoscience.
Manage, maintain, and oversee financial and procurement support. Importantly, aligned toward South African National Treasury guidelines.
Manage and oversee various logistic support for meetings and similar support for the Infrastructure and Land Use unit of the Council for Geoscience, including the consolidation and tracking of meeting minutes and resolutions.
Manage and coordinate periodical project reporting toward the achievement of the mandate of the Council for Geoscience.
Undertake additional support services aligned toward the Council for Geoscience’s mandate.

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to operate within a dynamic and diverse team environment and capable of building interpersonal relations with clear communication.
Ability to operate with confidential and sensitive information.
Possess strong organisational and prioritising abilities.
Able to operate with clear communication, conflict management and the capability of building professional relationships.
Affinity toward training and development.
Professional writing and communication skills.
Computer literacy and the ability to work within an integrated environment.
Ability to work within organisational policies and procedures.

Qualification, Knowledge and Experience

Grade 12.
National Diploma in Office Administration or equivalent qualification.
3 -5 years’ working experience in a Database Administration environment.
Must be computer literate in MS Office.
Experience and sound knowledge of database administration support practices
Understanding of techniques and processes relating to database administration & support practices and services
Exposure to database management and maintenance
Ability to capture and collate meta-data from submissions
Ability to manage and maintain technical report submissions, data files and databases
Ability to interpret relevant directives and compile management reports
Able to input text and numeric data into spreadsheets and databases
Fully computer literate with an intermediate level of MS Office
Excellent attention to detail and quality
Well-developed interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Project Administration experience including Client interactions and facilitation of sales processes

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please send your application to careers@geoscience.org.za . Please quote the position title (Database Administrator – Infrastructure and Land Use) as a reference when submitting your application.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

All appointments are subject to vetting processes. Appointments are subject to positive vetting results. The processing of your personal information by the Council for Geoscience will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013

Applications submitted on CGS social media platforms will not be considered.

Closing Date: 23 February 2023

JUNIOR SCIENTIST – INFRASTRUCTURE AND LAND USE
Peromnes Grade: P09 (R594 830, 43 CTC per annum)
Location: Head Office: Pretoria
Reporting Line: Manager - Infrastructure and Land Use
Overall Job Purpose: The incumbent is responsible to undertake limited research in a wide variety of geoscientific fields with specific focus on seismology, seismic hazard and mine seismology including project implementation under the guidance of senior scientific staff.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Research and Development
- Conduct limited geoscience research under the guidance, which includes data collection, basic analyses and interpretation.
- Resolves simple problems in a variety of geoscientific fields inline (in part) with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/ research methodology under guidance/supervision.
Project Implementation/Project Management
- Participates in statutory and/or commercial projects under supervision.
- Geoscience data collection and capturing, map compilation and geoscience data collation under the instruction and guidance.
- Compilation of scientific reports under guidance.
Stakeholder Relations and Reporting
- Gives formal scientific or technical presentations of papers or reports, internally to other staff members and externally with guidance at conferences or symposia (typically once a year)
- Provide Geohazard assessments feedback to State Authorities
- Publishes research findings internally and/or externally based on the nature of project cycle
Quality Assurance
- Work within the requirements of the prescribed work standards (i.e. ISO and international best practice).
Learning and Development
- Undertake specific and requisite self-improvement learning and development activities through workshops//training courses.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Grade 12
BSc Hons or B-Tech or equivalent in Seismology or Geophysics
Relevant post-graduate qualifications and professional registration status (Cand.Sci.Nat. or Pr.Sci.Nat.) will be advantageous

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Entry level working experience in the interpretation and application of seismology and seismic analysis
Basic exposure to seismic analysis, including moment tensors, stress inversion, moment magnitude and focal mechanisms
Basic exposure/understanding in the interpretation and application of geoscience data in relation to seismology, seismic hazards, structural geology and tectonics from a seismological point of view
Understanding of measurements, recording, processing and representation of seismic and structural geological data in graphical or map format
Basic proficiency in the application of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and seismic analysis software
Understanding and knowledge of international best practice, industry guidelines and requirements for seismic analysis and other relevant seismological techniques
Basic understanding in research on big data and data analytics in the geo-scientific environment. Relevant computer programming exposure will be an added advantage
Basic proficiency in conducting geo-scientific research within the seismology/ seismic analysis/Geohazards field of study under supervision
Basic proficiency in compiling, editing and reviewing of geo-scientific data, reports and maps under supervision
Basic proficiency in conducting interpretation, evaluation and assessment of research data
Must be able to implement approved ISO processes and standards

KEY ATTRIBUTES

Keen interest in research
Interest in structural geology
Consulting skills
Analytical skills
Presentation and facilitation skills
Communication skills (Oral and Written)
Teamwork and collaboration
Technical report writing skills

The Council for Geoscience is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity prescripts, preference will be given but not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. Females and people from previously disadvantaged groups and sectors are encouraged to apply.

If you meet the above requirements and wish to apply, please send your application to Careers@geoscience.org.za . Please quote the position title (Junior Scientist – Infrastructure and Land Use) as reference when submitting your application.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you have not been contacted within eight (8) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

All appointments are subject to vetting processes. Appointments are subject to positive vetting results. The processing of your personal information by the Council for Geoscience will be done in accordance with the POPI Act 4 of 2013.

Applications submitted on CGS social media platforms will not be considered.

Applicants who previously applied for the position are encouraged to re-apply.

Closing Date: 23 February 2023

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