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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI) VACANCIES AND BURSARIES
SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI)
CHIEF VETERINARIAN
Reference number: NZG/014/2022
Application form
Closes: Friday, 25 November 2022
Job type: Permanent
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R882 042.00 per annum
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated individual to develop veterinary service policies, strategies, and maintenance of animal health at the National Zoological Garden (NZG) of SANBI, ensuring that these policies, strategies, and maintenance of animal health are aligned with SANBI objectives, and they are complying with relevant legislative requirements.
This position requires a degree in Veterinary, Natural Sciences or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. Postgraduate qualification or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 8 years’ experience in relevant field, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: comprehensive knowledge and in-depth experience in wildlife management, animal health management, animal protection, animal diseases, animal medicines, and related substance controls; extensive knowledge and experience of working with legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to wildlife management, animal health management, animal protection, animal diseases, animal medicines, and related substance controls; proven ability to work under pressure with diverse team while being quality, cost, and safety conscious; advanced planning, organising, problem solving and interpersonal 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).
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:
Please note:
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 recruitmentnzg@sanbi.org.za quoting the reference number of the advert on the subject line of the email.
Postal applications must be addressed to:
Assistant Director: Human Resources Operations
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag X101
Pretoria
0001
Enquiries:
Mr Leslie Mudimeli
Tel.: 012 339 2708
CHIEF VETERINARIAN
Reference number: NZG/014/2022
Application form
Closes: Friday, 25 November 2022
Job type: Permanent
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R882 042.00 per annum
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated individual to develop veterinary service policies, strategies, and maintenance of animal health at the National Zoological Garden (NZG) of SANBI, ensuring that these policies, strategies, and maintenance of animal health are aligned with SANBI objectives, and they are complying with relevant legislative requirements.
This position requires a degree in Veterinary, Natural Sciences or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. Postgraduate qualification or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 8 years’ experience in relevant field, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: comprehensive knowledge and in-depth experience in wildlife management, animal health management, animal protection, animal diseases, animal medicines, and related substance controls; extensive knowledge and experience of working with legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to wildlife management, animal health management, animal protection, animal diseases, animal medicines, and related substance controls; proven ability to work under pressure with diverse team while being quality, cost, and safety conscious; advanced planning, organising, problem solving and interpersonal 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).
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:
- Perform animal health management of all National Zoological Gardens (NZG) animal collections;
- Ensure legal and professional accountability;
- Attend to the development and promotion of Veterinary specialist consultancy services;
- Provide administration, personnel management & development services;
- Ensure effective financial management; and
- Promote effective liaison and networking.
Please note:
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 recruitmentnzg@sanbi.org.za quoting the reference number of the advert on the subject line of the email.
Postal applications must be addressed to:
Assistant Director: Human Resources Operations
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag X101
Pretoria
0001
Enquiries:
Mr Leslie Mudimeli
Tel.: 012 339 2708
MACHINE OPERATOR 2
Reference Number: GLOW/002/2022
Application form
Closes: Thursday, 10 November 2022
Job type: Permanent
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R147 459.00 per annum
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individuals to participate in the maintenance of the developed National Botanical Garden and its natural estate areas by mowing of lawn, tree felling, shrub pruning, cutting of fire breaks using appropriate tools and machinery, building of structures such as board walks, trails, river and water course maintenance, maintenance of fences, delivering professional customer services, and assist other team members as and when required in order to achieve the goals of the National Botanical Garden.
This position requires a Grade 12, Occupational Certificate in horticultural machinery or equivalent and relevant qualification at NQF 4. Higher Education Certificate at NQF 5 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 2 years’ relevant experience working with horticultural machinery.
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: computer training; occupational health and safety training; experience working with power machinery; extensive experience working with high standard for tidy and good maintenance of all areas of work in accordance with good health and safety policies; and ability to work under pressure whilst being safety and quality conscious including ability to work independently as well as with diverse team members; and good time management, interpersonal, planning, organizing, and verbal communication skills
Key Performance Responsibilities include:
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 skills 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 Mzekelo Mpatani
Tel.: +27 (0)12 843 5229
MACHINE OPERATOR 2
Reference Number: GLOW/002/2022
Application form
Closes: Thursday, 10 November 2022
Job type: Permanent
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R147 459.00 per annum
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individuals to participate in the maintenance of the developed National Botanical Garden and its natural estate areas by mowing of lawn, tree felling, shrub pruning, cutting of fire breaks using appropriate tools and machinery, building of structures such as board walks, trails, river and water course maintenance, maintenance of fences, delivering professional customer services, and assist other team members as and when required in order to achieve the goals of the National Botanical Garden.
This position requires a Grade 12, Occupational Certificate in horticultural machinery or equivalent and relevant qualification at NQF 4. Higher Education Certificate at NQF 5 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 2 years’ relevant experience working with horticultural machinery.
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: computer training; occupational health and safety training; experience working with power machinery; extensive experience working with high standard for tidy and good maintenance of all areas of work in accordance with good health and safety policies; and ability to work under pressure whilst being safety and quality conscious including ability to work independently as well as with diverse team members; and good time management, interpersonal, planning, organizing, and verbal communication skills
Key Performance Responsibilities include:
- To operate machines and tools related to estate development, and maintenance;
- Maintain machines, tools and equipment effectively;
- Adhere to risk, health and safety standards and regulations; and
- Support internal and external client services.
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 skills 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 Mzekelo Mpatani
Tel.: +27 (0)12 843 5229
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS STUDENT BURSARIES
2 x Hons; 6 x Masters; 3 x Doctoral
Application form
Closes: Friday, 4 November 2022
Time: 16h00
Location: South Africa
Bursaries are available to conduct research as part of the South African National Biodiversity Institute’s work on biological invasions. Projects relevant to one of SANBI’s focus areas will be considered (status report and monitoring; incursion detection and response planning; eradication planning and co-ordination; risk analysis; and taxonomy). For more details see the following resources:
For potential projects see here
For other projects, please contact us before submitting an application to check if your proposal is suitable.
Bursary values: Bursaries values will be awarded in line with SANBI and DFFE policies regarding post-graduate student bursaries. Applicants for Masters or Doctoral bursaries can be considered for a one-year project development internship should the applicant be unlikely to finish their studies within the prescribed period of time. In such cases, a candidate may be offered an internship interview. A project development intern is expected to re-apply for a bursary the following year.
Requirements and Running costs: Candidates must be pro-active, enthusiastic, and interested in doing excellent research that will help improve our understanding and management of biological invasions. Bursaries are only available to South African citizens registered at universities in South Africa and will be awarded in line with national equity targets and the need to diversify the research landscape (students to be based at historically disadvantaged or new public higher education institutions are encouraged to apply). All students need to apply to a university themselves and the bursary is conditional upon them securing their position in such a programme. Project running expenses are covered separately to the bursaries and vary depending on the project. Funding either for registration of part-time studies or for running costs of other projects may be considered providing the project is strongly aligned to SANBI’s mandate and all the documents is provided.
Application procedure:
Applicants must fill in an application form and send the following documents to: students@sanbi.org.za; sanbi.dbi.bursaries@gmail.com
All documents to be submitted as a single pdf file.
Subject: SANBI Biological Invasions Bursary application
E-mails must be <20MB.
For academic queries please contact Prof John Wilson (jrwilson@sun.ac.za)
For questions about the application process please contact Ms René du Toit (r.dutoit@sanbi.org.za)
SANBI reserves the right not to fill these bursaries.
If no response has been received within 28 working days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS STUDENT BURSARIES
2 x Hons; 6 x Masters; 3 x Doctoral
Application form
Closes: Friday, 4 November 2022
Time: 16h00
Location: South Africa
Bursaries are available to conduct research as part of the South African National Biodiversity Institute’s work on biological invasions. Projects relevant to one of SANBI’s focus areas will be considered (status report and monitoring; incursion detection and response planning; eradication planning and co-ordination; risk analysis; and taxonomy). For more details see the following resources:
- https://doi.org/10.1590/sajs.2013/20120111
- http://iasreport.sanbi.org.za/
- The Alien Species Risk Analysis Review Panel
For potential projects see here
For other projects, please contact us before submitting an application to check if your proposal is suitable.
Bursary values: Bursaries values will be awarded in line with SANBI and DFFE policies regarding post-graduate student bursaries. Applicants for Masters or Doctoral bursaries can be considered for a one-year project development internship should the applicant be unlikely to finish their studies within the prescribed period of time. In such cases, a candidate may be offered an internship interview. A project development intern is expected to re-apply for a bursary the following year.
Requirements and Running costs: Candidates must be pro-active, enthusiastic, and interested in doing excellent research that will help improve our understanding and management of biological invasions. Bursaries are only available to South African citizens registered at universities in South Africa and will be awarded in line with national equity targets and the need to diversify the research landscape (students to be based at historically disadvantaged or new public higher education institutions are encouraged to apply). All students need to apply to a university themselves and the bursary is conditional upon them securing their position in such a programme. Project running expenses are covered separately to the bursaries and vary depending on the project. Funding either for registration of part-time studies or for running costs of other projects may be considered providing the project is strongly aligned to SANBI’s mandate and all the documents is provided.
Application procedure:
Applicants must fill in an application form and send the following documents to: students@sanbi.org.za; sanbi.dbi.bursaries@gmail.com
- a one-page project outline for Honours applications or a two-page project outline for Masters and Doctoral applications;
- a full CV; letters of reference from two academic supervisors;
- a statement of support from a prospective academic supervisor;
- a statement of support from a SANBI staff member who is to act as a contact or co-supervisor;
- a certified copy of academic record;
- a certified copy of highest degree;
- a certified copy of ID
All documents to be submitted as a single pdf file.
Subject: SANBI Biological Invasions Bursary application
E-mails must be <20MB.
For academic queries please contact Prof John Wilson (jrwilson@sun.ac.za)
For questions about the application process please contact Ms René du Toit (r.dutoit@sanbi.org.za)
SANBI reserves the right not to fill these bursaries.
If no response has been received within 28 working days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS POST-DOC
Application cover sheet
Closes: Friday, 4 November 2022
Time: 16h00
Location: QwaQwa
Biological invasions and their management in South Africa’s National Botanical and Zoological Gardens
A post-doctoral fellowship is available to conduct research as part of the South African National Biodiversity Institute’s work on biological invasions. For details of the project see:
Project Outline
Value
R 300,000 p.a. for 2 years
Starting date
Jan 2023 or some time thereafter (negotiable)
Requirements
Post-doctoral research funding is open to anyone who has completed their PhD in the last five years (not including any gaps in working or pro rata part-time positions) or can provide evidence that their PhD will be awarded shortly.
Application procedure
Send copies of the following documents as a single combined pdf
To: students@sanbi.org.za
Cc: sanbi.dbi.bursaries@gmail.com
Subject: SANBI Biological Invasions Post-Doc application 2023
E-mails must be <20MB.
For queries about the project please contact Dr Thabiso M Mokotjomela t.mokotjomela@sanbi.org.za
For questions about the application process please contact Ms René du Toit (r.dutoit@sanbi.org.za)
SANBI reserves the right not to fill these bursaries. If no response has been received within 28 working days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
BIOLOGICAL INVASIONS POST-DOC
Application cover sheet
Closes: Friday, 4 November 2022
Time: 16h00
Location: QwaQwa
Biological invasions and their management in South Africa’s National Botanical and Zoological Gardens
A post-doctoral fellowship is available to conduct research as part of the South African National Biodiversity Institute’s work on biological invasions. For details of the project see:
Project Outline
Value
R 300,000 p.a. for 2 years
Starting date
Jan 2023 or some time thereafter (negotiable)
Requirements
Post-doctoral research funding is open to anyone who has completed their PhD in the last five years (not including any gaps in working or pro rata part-time positions) or can provide evidence that their PhD will be awarded shortly.
Application procedure
Send copies of the following documents as a single combined pdf
To: students@sanbi.org.za
Cc: sanbi.dbi.bursaries@gmail.com
Subject: SANBI Biological Invasions Post-Doc application 2023
- a cover-sheet available with this advert;
- a covering letter;
- a full CV;
- two letters of reference from academic supervisors;
- statement of support from SANBI contact person or co-host;
- certified copy of academic marks for courses studied;
- certified copy of highest qualification (certified translation if required);
- a certified copy of ID or passport; and
- pdfs (or an open-source link) to two journal articles demonstrating their research to date.
E-mails must be <20MB.
For queries about the project please contact Dr Thabiso M Mokotjomela t.mokotjomela@sanbi.org.za
For questions about the application process please contact Ms René du Toit (r.dutoit@sanbi.org.za)
SANBI reserves the right not to fill these bursaries. If no response has been received within 28 working days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP: WILDLIFE POPULATION AND TRADE
Application form
Closes: Thursday, 03 November 2022
Opportunity type: Post-doctoral Fellowship
Location: South Africa
Bursary value: R300 000 per annum is available for 18 months
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship with SANBI’s Biodiversity Research, Assessment and Monitoring Division to conduct research on issues related to wildlife population modelling and the impacts of sustainable use and trade.
The aim of the project is to make wildlife population data useful to key decision-making processes related to wildlife conservation and trade through an information system that is currently under development. Funding is available for 18 months dependent on adequate performance.
Requirements
Candidates must be able to work independently and be productive, and in possession of a PhD that is related to conservation science, ecology, resource economics or statistics. It would be beneficial for applicants to have some experience with conservation policy to develop case studies for decision-makers from their research.
The postdoctoral fellowship is open to anyone who has completed their PhD in the last five years. An understanding of wildlife population modelling and experience in working with population data and indices of abundance is required. Experience and/or knowledge of issues relating to wildlife trade, specifically the impacts of trade on population trends would be advantageous.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate an ability to undertake research, synthesise literature and data sources, and find scientific evidence to formulate defendable recommendations. The position also involves some project management and stakeholder engagement, including working with stakeholders and service providers to develop workflows to translate population data into abundance indices for a centralised wildlife population information system. Must have good writing skills.
Research areas
The main avenues of research are developing population models and indicators for key species to inform decision-making processes related to the Scientific Authority, as well as determining sustainable off take quotas and the impacts of illegal trade. Research should take into account different subpopulations and monitoring methods to generate national-scale patterns and trends.
Secondary research areas can include assessments relating to the IUCN Red and Green list of species, as well as Natural Capital Accounting of species. The research should also support the development of standardised data mobilisation and management workflows for species groups to ensure long-term monitoring efficacy.
Bursary value
The value of the fellowship is R300 000/year and is available for 18 months. Some running expenses will also be made available for each year. The postdoctoral fellow may propose a South African University of their choice or work with SANBI to find a host university.
Application procedure
Each application is to be accompanied by a standard bursary application cover sheet (attached to this advert). Applications are to include a full CV; certified copies of ID and academic records; two letters of reference (one must be from an academic supervisor); examples of published work and a short motivation describing the applicant’s suitability for the position in terms of skills and experience.
Send all documents to students@sanbi.org.za with “SANBI wildlife population and trade postdoctoral fellowship” in the subject line.
SANBI reserves the right not to fill this fellowship. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
Academic enquiries:
Mr Matthew Child
E-mail: m.child@sanbi.org.za
General enquiries:
Ms René du Toit
E-mail : r.dutoit@sanbi.org.za
POSTDOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP: WILDLIFE POPULATION AND TRADE
Application form
Closes: Thursday, 03 November 2022
Opportunity type: Post-doctoral Fellowship
Location: South Africa
Bursary value: R300 000 per annum is available for 18 months
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral fellowship with SANBI’s Biodiversity Research, Assessment and Monitoring Division to conduct research on issues related to wildlife population modelling and the impacts of sustainable use and trade.
The aim of the project is to make wildlife population data useful to key decision-making processes related to wildlife conservation and trade through an information system that is currently under development. Funding is available for 18 months dependent on adequate performance.
Requirements
Candidates must be able to work independently and be productive, and in possession of a PhD that is related to conservation science, ecology, resource economics or statistics. It would be beneficial for applicants to have some experience with conservation policy to develop case studies for decision-makers from their research.
The postdoctoral fellowship is open to anyone who has completed their PhD in the last five years. An understanding of wildlife population modelling and experience in working with population data and indices of abundance is required. Experience and/or knowledge of issues relating to wildlife trade, specifically the impacts of trade on population trends would be advantageous.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate an ability to undertake research, synthesise literature and data sources, and find scientific evidence to formulate defendable recommendations. The position also involves some project management and stakeholder engagement, including working with stakeholders and service providers to develop workflows to translate population data into abundance indices for a centralised wildlife population information system. Must have good writing skills.
Research areas
The main avenues of research are developing population models and indicators for key species to inform decision-making processes related to the Scientific Authority, as well as determining sustainable off take quotas and the impacts of illegal trade. Research should take into account different subpopulations and monitoring methods to generate national-scale patterns and trends.
Secondary research areas can include assessments relating to the IUCN Red and Green list of species, as well as Natural Capital Accounting of species. The research should also support the development of standardised data mobilisation and management workflows for species groups to ensure long-term monitoring efficacy.
Bursary value
The value of the fellowship is R300 000/year and is available for 18 months. Some running expenses will also be made available for each year. The postdoctoral fellow may propose a South African University of their choice or work with SANBI to find a host university.
Application procedure
Each application is to be accompanied by a standard bursary application cover sheet (attached to this advert). Applications are to include a full CV; certified copies of ID and academic records; two letters of reference (one must be from an academic supervisor); examples of published work and a short motivation describing the applicant’s suitability for the position in terms of skills and experience.
Send all documents to students@sanbi.org.za with “SANBI wildlife population and trade postdoctoral fellowship” in the subject line.
SANBI reserves the right not to fill this fellowship. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful.
Academic enquiries:
Mr Matthew Child
E-mail: m.child@sanbi.org.za
General enquiries:
Ms René du Toit
E-mail : r.dutoit@sanbi.org.za
DRIVER: HEAVY MOTOR VEHICLE 2 (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)
Reference number: GPTA/002/2022
Application form
Closes: Thursday, 03 November 2022
Job type: Permanent
Location: Pretoria
Salary: R147 459.00 per annum
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to render logistical support with regards to maintenance and development of Garden by driving vehicles and render general support services.
This position requires a Grade 12, or equivalent qualification at NQF 4. Higher Education Qualification or equivalent qualification at NQF 5 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 2 years’ of relevant driving experience.
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: an unendorsed Driver’s Licence Code EC and valid PDP; ability to work under pressure whilst being safety conscious; good communication skills and interpersonal relations skills; good planning, organising, and problem-solving skills; excellent service focus skills; Knowledge on the use of a navigating system/ global positioning system and maps; and ability to operate a tractor with slasher and trailer behind.
Key performance responsibilities include:
- Transportation of people, goods and material;
- Participate in conservation and maintenance of the estate;
- Assist in resource management;
- Provide effective customer services; and
- Assist in supporting health and safety services.
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 skills 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 Mzekelo Mpatani
Tel.: +27 (0)12 843 5229