SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI) VACANCIES

​PROJECT KNOWLEDGE AND LEARNING OFFICER
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Pretoria, Gauteng
Contract
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Closing Date 29 January 2025
 
Job Details
Division: Biodiversity Policy Advice
Business Unit: Biodiversity Policy Advice
Minimum experience: Associate
Company primary industry: Government Administration
Job functional area: Science
 
Job Description
Reference Number: BIPA/001/2025

SANBI offers basic annual salary of R308 154.00 plus 37% in lieu of benefits
 
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to provide support on SANBI’s implementation and management of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Reflection and Learning (MERL) plan of the GEF 7 project. The support will entail the development of the MERL framework, monitoring, collecting, and documenting key lessons within the biodiversity economy and biodiversity stewardship workstream, drawing from the three GEF 7 project nodes.
A national diploma in Natural Sciences, Ecology, or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 4 years of work experience in the relevant field or an advanced diploma or a degree in Natural Sciences, Ecology, or equivalent qualification at NQF 7 with 2 years of work experience in the relevant field. A postgraduate degree in Natural Sciences, Ecology, or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage.
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position:  in-depth knowledge of biodiversity stewardship and conservation interventions; knowledge of monitoring, evaluation, reflection and learning; stakeholder engagement and relationship building; understanding of national and global biodiversity conservation; knowledge of protected area legislations; knowledge of biodiversity economy; knowledge of the science-policy-practice interface; project and time management knowledge and skills; good interpersonal and problem solving skills; excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); 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 development and implementation of the GEF 7 Monitoring, Evaluation, Reflection and Learning plan;
• Support communities in project nodes to share experiences, draw on national best practices and disseminate learning;
• Ensure efficient and maintained communication between and amongst the SANBI Biodiversity Stewardship team, the node coordinators and stakeholders in the nodes;
• Provide project management support to the Assistant Director: Biodiversity Stewardship; and
• Provide support with coordination of practice.

Please note:

1. Only online applications will be accepted and applications must be accompanied by 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.

 
 
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.

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.
 
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