SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS) VACANCIES

​The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICE
Paterson Grade: E3 
TCTC Salary range: R1,916,152.00 – R2,235,083.00 
Ref. WS09/082025 
Centre: Centurion 
 
1. Job Summary: 
To provide strategic leadership in terms of all Financial, Commercial, Marketing and Supply Chain Management (SCM) matters at the South African Weather Service (SAWS), to ensure that the organisation delivers on its mandate and generates self-funding mechanisms for long-term sustainability. 
The incumbent must assess the financial, commercial risks and opportunities, and is responsible for setting and tracking financial, commercial and marketing goals, objectives and budgets on a proactive basis, while ensuring compliance with GRAP, the PFMA and all other related legislative prescripts. 
 
2. Key Performance Areas: 
2.1 Financial, Commercial, Marketing and Supply Chain Management Strategy 
• Ensure that the organisation’s Financial, Commercial, Marketing and Supply Chain Management (SCM) strategies align to the SAWS mandate, the SAWS Strategic Plan and the Annual Performance Plan. Ensure compliance with the government policies and National Treasury regulations. 
• Develop Finance, Commercial, Marketing and SCM Operational plans supported by systems and controls, policies, and procedures to minimise risk and ensure timeous decision making for achievement of the SAWS strategic objectives. 
• Manage the cash flow and financial planning, and analyse the organisation’s financial strengths and weaknesses and making the necessary recommendations 
• Ensure that all transformation imperatives and legislative requirements are met and aligned to the SAWS strategic plan. 
• Proactively manage the capital expenditure budget needed for SAWS’ products and services, as well as related projects. Ensure accurate information and budget projections are available for decision making on a monthly basis. 
• Provide accurate and complete budget forecasts on a monthly basis to inform decision-making for adequate utilisation of resources. 
• Lead, manage and report on the implementation of a financial system for the organisation, which will enhance operational efficiency, ensure real-time availability of information and reduce turn-around times in service delivery. 
• Collaborate with the other divisional executives in identifying revenue growth opportunities and assist executives with financial modelling or feasibility studies that enable the realisation of the identified growth opportunities. 
• Oversee the SAWS’ treasury function - the organisation’s liquidity, debt, and assets, including any investments that the entity may have, whether physical assets, such as buildings and equipment, or financial investments. 
• Any other related matters. 
 
2.2 Governance, Risk & Compliance 
• Ensure that the SAWS adheres to all the relevant statutory submission deadlines, assist with developing the aviation, and other tariffs within the prescribed timeframes. 
• Improve the financial system of reporting through constant monitoring and evaluating of all reporting processes and ensuring compliance with the Generally Recognized Accounting Practice (GRAP) requirements. 
• Draft and implement measures such as contract management guidelines for proper Supply Chain Management in order to improve the SAWS’ procurement processes. 
• Provide guidance on Supply Chain Management processes and relevant prescripts / guidelines, including for Bid Committees meetings to ensure compliance. 
• Evaluate the content, conclusions, and recommendations emanating from the audit report. Lead and manage the implementation of corrective actions that are required. 
• Submit the audit report (internal and external) to the CEO and other stakeholders with commentary and recommendations, pertaining to the findings and identified control weaknesses. 
• Conduct ongoing follow up, monitoring of compliance with implemented controls and procedures. 
• Ensure that any reported irregular or fruitless and wasteful expenditure is addressed, following the National Treasury prescripts or guidelines 
• Lead and manage the Loss Control Committee in line with PFMA requirements and ensure monthly reporting in this regard to EXCO. 
 
2.3 Reporting 
• Direct the preparation of monthly management accounts, budget forecasts and estimates, all financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, shareholder reports, tax returns, and governmental agency reports. 
• Submit the quarterly reports and Annual Financial Statements to the DFFE and National Treasury, congruent with regulatory and legislative requirements (Companies Act, Public Finance Management Act and GRAP guidelines). 
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance – King Report on Corporate Governance, and all legislative provisions. 
• Lead all financial processes i.e., preparation, analysis, and presentation within finance division e.g. financial, accounting, audit, and Board feedback 
 
2.4 Commercial Revenue 
• Manage the generation of commercial revenue and ensure that targets are met and exceeded. 
• Document and implement a revenue turn-around strategy. 
• Actively drive and report on the implementation of revenue generation opportunities, activities and projects. 
• Ensure timeous invoicing for revenue generating activities. 
 
2.5 Marketing 
• Manage the marketing initiatives and ensure that targets are met and exceeded. 
• Document and implement a Marketing strategy. 
• Actively drive and report on the implementation of the Marketing Strategy and ensure that marketing efforts provide a return on investment. 
 
2.6 People Management 
• Effectively lead and manage the Finance, SCM, Commercial and Marketing divisions by maintaining a motivated team to deliver on the SAWS mandate within its allocated resources. 
• Promote a culture and practices that reflect the SAWS values and manage the team’s performance. 
• Determine human resource requirements, taking into consideration operational needs, resource capability and any other relevant factors 
• Keep abreast of industry developments and best practice, and ensure that the teams are upskilled and adjust their processes and procedures accordingly. 
 
2.7 Stakeholder Management and Communications 
• Pro-actively guide and advise the organisation on critical trends, financial environmental changes, changes in legislation and National Treasury regulations, financial, commercial and marketing risks. 
• Liaise and or collaborate with the Regulators, DFFE, Portfolio Committee, AGSA, National Treasury, other entities’ CFOs, and other stakeholders as mandated. 
• Collaborate with the EXCO Team, SAWS management, and the Board in an effort to deliver on the SAWS mandate. 
 
3. Required Minimum Education / Training 

• CA(SA). This requirement is not negotiable. 
• MBA or equivalent (added advantage) 

 
3.1 Required Minimum Knowledge and Work Experience 
• At least 10 years’ experience in Finance, and Supply Chain Management environments.
• Commercial and marketing experience will be an added advantage. 
• Minimum 5 years’ experience at an Executive Level as a Chief Financial Officer, preferably within the public sector. 
• Proven track record in building and leading highly successful and motivated teams. 
• Proven track record to achieve and maintain clean audit outcomes. 
• In-depth knowledge of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 
• Comprehensive knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and related public sector legislation. 
• Extensive experience and knowledge of implementation of the irregular expenditure framework. 
 
3.2 Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required 
 
Technical 
• Policy formulation
• Business and Financial Acumen
• Strategy development and implementation
• Organisational performance measurement (strategic, operational, and financial)
• Budgeting
• Governance and Risk Management
 
Behavioural
• Leadership
• Strategic Thinking and Agility
• Customer-centric focus
• Strong Organisational and Planning Skills
• Influencing and Negotiation Skills
• Results-driven
• Excellent Communication skills
• (Written and Verbal presentation skills)
• Resilience and influential
• Maintaining confidentiality
 
 
 
Register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies to apply for the above position and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications). 
 
Closing Date: 31 August 2025 
 
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered 
 
This is an EE position and preference will be given to people living with disabilities and females: Africans, Indians and Coloureds. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. 
 
Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 
 
Record Reference HCM-ADVERT-CFO2025

​The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of: 
 
SENIOR METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
Paterson Grade: C1 
TCTC Salary range: R295 600.00 - R356 200.00 
Centre: Thohoyandou Weather Office 
(Ref. WS08/082025) 
 
Job Summary: 
The Senior Meteorological Technician provides technical expertise as an Aeronautical Meteorological Observer, as well as maintenance of meteorological instruments assigned to the Thohoyandou Weather Office. 
 
Key Performance Areas: 
Products, Services Delivery / Infrastructure maintenance 

• Perform timely visual weather Observations as determined by the relevant Weather Office. 
• Collect Meteorological and climate data and submit reports to the relevant stakeholders. 
• Install, maintain, and where possible, repair as well as assist with upgrades of weather observation equipment. 
• Continuously monitor the performance of equipment and perform routine and non-routine maintenance, including for Air Quality monitoring stations. 
• Perform quality control of meteorological data before submitting to SAWS database 

Innovation, Process Improvement & Revenue Generation 

• Analysis of available meteorological and climatological data. 
• Suggest measures to improve data quality and or availability. 

Administration, Governance, Risk & Compliance 

• Perform routine office administration practices including lodging claims, leave processing, completion of attendance registers, transport administration, periodic reporting, administration of registers, etc. 
• Compliance with designated national and international standards. 
• Maintain the SHEQ (Safety, Health Environment and Quality) system. 
• Monitor the Risk Register and ensure the implementation of identified risks mitigation actions. 
• Participate in various o office and regional audits and ensure that all audit findings are addressed. 
• Manage roster rotations and duty sheets. 
• Minimal supervisory duties over junior Meteorological Technicians 
• Assist in developing and implementing SOPs for departmental operations. 
• Assist with supervising the performance in the absence of Chief Met Tech. 

People, Culture and Values 

• Promote a culture and practices that reflect the SAWS values 
• Takes ownership of own development activities to ensure performance against agreed standards. 
• Contributes to team success by contribution and commitment to the team. 
• Assist with induction, mentoring and training of new employees
• Training, Development and Knowledge Management 

Stakeholder Management 

• Collaborate with the other regional Team in an effort to deliver the SAWS mandate 
• Implement public awareness programmes for the local communities. (Office outreach activities). 

Required Minimum Education/Training: 

• Weather Observers Certificate (NQF Level 5, WMO BIP-MT compliant) 
• NQF Level 4 or Senior Certificate (with Mathematics and Physical Science) 
• ICAO AMO competency certificate 
• Required Minimum Knowledge of ICAO Annex 3 standards 

 
Required Minimum Work Experience: 

• At least 3 years’ experience within the Meteorological Environment 
• A code 8 driver’s license 

 
Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required Technical 

• Organisational performance measurement (strategic, operational, and financial) 
• Budgeting
• Leadership and management skills 
• Governance and Risk Management 
• Business Continuity Management 

 
Behavioral

• Networking, Influencing and Negotiation Skills 
• Results driven 
• Excellent Communication skills (written and verbal/ presentation skills) 
• Resilience
• Emotional Intelligence 
• Ability to work in a team 
• Maintaining confidentiality 
• Ability to work under pressure 

 
 
Please Note: 
Register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies to apply for the above position and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of qualifications). 
 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Ms Portia Takalani, at Tel. (012) 367 6148. 
 
Closing Date: 21 August 2025 
 
Preference will be given to People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targets. This is an EE position and preference will be given to Indian Females/Males and Coloured Female/Male. Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.
 
Record Reference HCM-ADVERT- SNR- MET- TECH