SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI) VACANCIES

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: DEMAND MANAGEMENT
Reference Number: AFIN/005/2022
Job type: 3-year fixed term contract
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R382 245.00
 
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to provide support and professional advice to all SANBI Business Units with regard to SCM policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks which are governed by the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, and other Legislation on matters related to Presidential Youth Economic Intervention (PYEI).
 
This position requires an advanced diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Financial Science, Logistics or equivalent and relevant qualification with NQF 7. Postgraduate qualification or equivalent and relevant qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. 6 years’ experience in the relevant field, 3 years of which should be in the supervisory position(s).
 
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive knowledge and understanding of legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to supply chain management is essential; in-depth knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice is essential; proven ability to work under pressure with the diverse team whilst being quality and cost conscious is essential; advanced planning, organizing, interpersonal skills, and problem solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written); excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) is essential. The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.
 
Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Manage terms of reference process;
• Manage briefing process;
• Manage quotation process;
• Assist in skills transfer; and
• Compile Management reports.

 
 
Application procedure
1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).
2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.
4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered. 
 
Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks.
 
In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.
 
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.
 
Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications must be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za.
 
Postal applications must be addressed to:
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 must consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
Enquiries:
Mr Stephen Mahlangu
Cell.: 079 408 7932
 
Closes: Friday, 26 August 2022

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
HRM/002/2022
Job type: Fixed-term six (6) months contract
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R744 255.00
 
The South African National Biodiversity Institute requires a motivated, professional, and responsible team player to provide strategic direction to ensure applicable measures to maintain responsible and accountable occupational health and safety management within SANBI at both the national and corporate levels and ensure that SANBI complies with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act no. 85 of 1993 and related regulations.
 
This position requires a degree in Human Resources Management, Health & Safety Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. Honours degree or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. 8 years’ experience in relevant field, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).
 
The successful candidate must have the ability to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, analytical thinking, ability to work independently, and in a diverse team; advanced planning, organizing, negotiation skills, accuracy and attention to detail, strategic thinking, and ability to work with limited supervision are essential; excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook)..Registration with Safety Management Professional Council/ Institute The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.
 
Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Develop the safety, health and environmental strategy
• Develop and implement the Health and safety policy and standards
• Manage and implement health & safety systems, and
• Manage risk and incident reporting
• Communicate and manage health and safety training and awareness campaigns
• Facilitate Human Capital Development, And Change And Transformation

 
 
Application procedure
1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).
2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.
4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered. 
 
Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks.
 
In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.
 
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.
 
Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications must be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za.
 
Postal applications must be addressed to:
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 must consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
Enquiries:
Mr Vusumuzi Mncwango
Cell.: 082 737 2125
 
Closes: Friday, 26 August 2022

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SENIOR ARTISAN – GENERALIST
Reference Number: GKBC/006/2022
Job type: Permanent
Location: Cape Town
Salary: R211 713.00
 
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to repair and maintain existing infrastructure and help with the development of new infrastructure by providing approved building standards.
 
This position requires a Trade Certificate with a Red Seal in plumbing, irrigation systems, project management, OR equivalent at NQF Level 5. Higher Education Qualification at NQF 6 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 5 years of technical work experience in the relevant field of Artisanship.
 
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive experience in facilities management, plumbing, building, irrigation systems, and project management is essential;  comprehensive knowledge about buildings, and approval of building standards; good knowledge of government human resources, procurement, and financial management policies, procedures, and processes; advanced planning, organizing, and problem solving skills; ability to work under pressure whilst being safety conscious including ability to work with diverse team; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.
 
Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Ensure effective workshop maintenance and repairs;
• Conduct irrigation maintenance services;
• Ensure effective management of fleet, machinery, store and workshop;
• Conduct effective facility and infrastructure management;
• Ensure proper management of materials; and
• Ensure effective provision of health safety and risk management services.

 
 
Application process
1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).
2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.
4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.
 
Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks.
 
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.
 
Contact Ms Zena Appollis on Tel: +27 (0)21 799 8647/8800 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za.
 
Postal applications are to be addressed to:
Deputy Director: Human Resources,
South African National Biodiversity Institute,
Private Bag X7,
Claremont, 7735.
 
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.
 
Closes: Friday, 26 August 2022

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SENIOR TECHNICIAN: DETECTION AND ERADICATION
Reference Number: BRAM/006/2022
Job type: Contract ending 31 March
Location: Cape Town
Salary: R358 079.64
 
The South African National Biodiversity Institute is looking for a self-motivated individual to provide technical support for detection and eradication of emerging invasive species in the region through managing field trips, data-co-ordination, awareness raising, scientific literature searches and administration.
 
This position requires the candidate to be in possession of an advanced diploma or degree in Life Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Botany, or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. Postgraduate qualification or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 3 years’ experience in the relevant field, with knowledge of project and event management.
 
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management; advanced experience in the implementation of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to invasion biology; good project management skills including systemic visualization of various projects entailing a programme; attention to detail in dealing with budgeting, excellent financial management, reporting and procurement skills; advance knowledge and experience for planning, organizing, problem solving, and statistical report writing skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (MS Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook). The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.
 
Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Support the Regional and Departmental Units to achieve their outcomes;
• Provide assistance to research projects;
• Execute specimen collection duties;
• Effective management of the plant and spotter database and follow up on reported sightings; and
• Execute administrative duties diligently.

 
 
Application process
1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).
2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.
4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.
 
Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks.
 
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.
 
Contact Ms Zena Appollis on Tel: +27 (0)21 799 8647/8800 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za.
 
Postal applications are to be addressed to:
Deputy Director: Human Resources,
South African National Biodiversity Institute,
Private Bag X7,
Claremont, 7735.
 
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.
 
Closes: Friday, 26 August 2022

CANDIDATE AUXILIARY SERVICE OFFICER
Reference Number: GTHO/003/2022
Job type: Three (3) year contract
Location: Thohoyandou
Salary: R104 073.00 per annum
 
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individuals to assist the Senior Artisan to ensure that all projects and maintenance requests are completed according to specification within the budget and time frames using quality assurance standards.
 
This position requires a Grade12, or equivalent at NQF Level 4. Relevant Higher Education Qualification at NQF 5 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 2 years’ of work experience in building, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure.
 
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: Interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate in English (read and write); ability to work under pressure; service focus; safety conscious; problem solving and a valid code B or C1 driver’s licence (Code C1).
 
Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Assist with construction services at the Garden;
• Maintain infrastructure for Garden;
• Provide support with the maintenance of equipment; and
• Assist in the completion of generalist tasks.

 
 
Please Note:
1) An application form (obtainable from SANBI website: www.sanbi.org must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).
2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.
4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.
 
Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.
 
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.
 
Contact Mr John Sihlangu on Tel: +27 (0)12 843 5009 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za. Postal applications must be addressed to: Assistant Director: Human Resources Operations, 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 must consider their applications unsuccessful.
 
Closes: Friday, 19 August 2022