The candidate should demonstrate good organisational, office management, communication, minute writing, analytical and problem solving, as well as excellent interpersonal skills.  The candidate must have knowledge of Public Service prescripts/policies and be familiar with Organisational Financial Regulations. Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, Access and Excel is a prerequisite, and should be in possession of a valid (unendorsed) driver’s licence. The successful candidate must have the ability to deal with urgent and highly confidential matters at all times, and pay attention to detail. The incumbent must be willing to work outside normal working hours and travel nationally as and when required by the Chief Executive Officer.
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Key responsibilities will include:

• Provide Administrative Support to the Office the CEO.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Provide comprehensive executive support.
• Administer the financial resources in the Office of the CEO.

 
SANBI offers an annual salary of R334 545.00. In addition SANBI offers fringe benefits.
 

 
Please Note:1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered). 2) A skills test will be conducted as part of the selection process. 3) Applicants must also provide the full names, telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees. 4) Failure to submit the requested information may result in your application not being considered.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position.
 
Please do not apply online for this position.
 
All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.
 
Contact Mr Stephen Mahlangu on 012 843 5217 or, preferably, forward the completed application form, a letter, certified copies of qualification, ID, drivers licence and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za or fax 012 843 5222. Postal applications are to be addressed to the Assistant Director: Human Resources, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag X101, Pretoria, 0001.
 
Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI.  If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may consider their applications unsuccessful.