IZIKO MUSEUMS OF SOUTH AFRICA VACANCIES

​COLLECTIONS MANAGER, NATURAL HISTORY: CENOZOIC PALAEONTOLOGY - INDEFINITE APPOINTMENT
Basic Salary Range: R477 133.81 per annum, plus benefits
 
Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree relevant to the Natural History Collections Section • Honours qualification relevant to the Natural History Collections Section • At least 3 years’ experience of managing museum or archive collections of which 2 years should be at management level with a demonstrated track record of competence and success • Experience in museum practice relating to Natural History • Valid Code EB Driver’s licence • Membership of relevant professional associations for example SA Museum Association, ICOM (International Council of Museums), Archaeological Association • Leadership and Management experience • People Management skills • Presentation of papers and public speaking skills • Senior Management Report-writing • Proven academic research and writing ability • Multi-lingualism in South African languages • Problem Solving & Analysis skills
 
Key Responsibilities include: Strategic Implementation of core business • Financial Management • Corporate Governance and Compliance • Programmes and Projects • Departmental Risk- and Disaster Management • People Management • Financial Management • Development of Policies and Procedures • Collections Management • Collections Risk management • General Operational Functions • Collections Project Management • Departmental Risk- and Disaster Management • People Management • Financial Management • Development of Policies and Procedures
 
Competencies Required: Aligning Performance for Success • Strategic Thinking Skills • Decision Making • Innovation • Business Acumen • Ownership • Teamwork • Planning and Organising • Building and Maintaining Relationships • Facilitating Change • Gaining Commitment • Risk Tolerance • Communication• Visitor/stakeholder Focus • Delegation • Stress Tolerance • Adaptability • Integrity • Technical/or Professional Knowledge and Skills.
 
 
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salaries quoted above do not include benefits. Iziko benefits comprise generous contributions towards a designated retirement fund (compulsory), a designated medical aid (voluntary) and a housing subsidy (voluntary).  Other employment conditions such as working hours and leave entitlement are also generous.
 
APPLICATIONS
A Cover letter of application including a detailed CV with at least two contactable referees and certified copies of identity document and certificates must be e-mailed to the Human Resources Manager. Clearly quoting the position in the subject line to recruitment@iziko.org.za, Applications received after the closing of 17 October 2025 at 4pm will not be considered. Enquiries to be directed to Employment Coordinator (021) 4813981. Kindly note, Iziko will correspond only with short-listed candidates and will do so within two months of the closing date.

​COLLECTIONS MANAGER: NATURAL HISTORY, INVERTEBRATE PALAEONTOLOGY & GEOLOGY - INDEFINITE APPOINTMENT
Basic Salary Range: R477 133.81 per annum, plus benefits
 
Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree relevant to the Natural History Collections Section • Honours qualification relevant to the Natural History Collections Section • At least 3 years’ experience of managing museum or archive collections of which 2 years should be at management level with a demonstrated track record of competence and success • Experience in museum practice relating to Natural History • Valid Code EB Driver’s licence • Membership of relevant professional associations for example SA Museum Association, ICOM (International Council of Museums), Archaeological Association • Leadership and Management experience • In depth collections management and digitisation knowledge • Programme and Project Management experience • People Management skills • Presentation of papers and public speaking skills • Senior Management Report-writing • Proven academic research and writing ability • Multi-lingualism in South African languages • Problem Solving & Analysis skills
 
Key Responsibilities include: Strategic Implementation of core business • Financial Management • Corporate Governance and Compliance • Programmes and Projects • Departmental Risk- and Disaster Management • People Management •Financial Management • Development of Policies and Procedures • Collections Management • Collections Risk management • General Operational Functions • Collections • Project Management • Departmental Risk- and Disaster Management • People Management •Financial Management Development of Policies and Procedures
 
Competencies Required: Aligning Performance for Success • Strategic Thinking Skills • Decision Making • Innovation • Business Acumen • Ownership • Teamwork • Planning and Organising • Building and Maintaining Relationships • Facilitating Change • Gaining Commitment • Risk Tolerance • Communication • Visitor/stakeholder Focus • Delegation • Stress Tolerance • Adaptability • Integrity • Technical/or Professional Knowledge and Skills.
 
 
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salaries quoted above do not include benefits. Iziko benefits comprise generous contributions towards a designated retirement fund (compulsory), a designated medical aid (voluntary) and a housing subsidy (voluntary).  Other employment conditions such as working hours and leave entitlement are also generous.
 
APPLICATIONS
A Cover letter of application including a detailed CV with at least two contactable referees and certified copies of identity document and certificates must be e-mailed to the Human Resources Manager. Clearly quoting the position in the subject line to recruitment@iziko.org.za, Applications received after the closing of 17 October 2025 at 4pm will not be considered. Enquiries to be directed to Employment Coordinator (021) 4813981. Kindly note, Iziko will correspond only with short-listed candidates and will do so within two months of the closing date.
 
Iziko is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing a diverse workforce. Preference will be given to candidates who promote representivity within Iziko in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
 
Iziko reserves the right not to fill any advertised positions.