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SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS) VACANCIES
SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS)
Private Bag X097, Pretoria, 0001 • Tel: + 27 (0) 12 367 6000 • www.weathersa.co.za • USSD: *120*7297#
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(A) public entity under the Ministry of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) and is governed by a Board. The organisation is an authoritative voice for weather and climate related services in South Africa and is a member of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) to fulfil a range of international obligations of the government. South African Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be a Weather and Climate Centre of Excellence providing innovative solutions to ensure a weather-smart region, sustainable development, and economic growth.
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of:
SENIOR MANAGER: FINANCE
Salary total package: Negotiable
Centre: Head Office
(Ref. WS02/052023)
Job Summary:
To provide support and assistance to the Chief Financial Officer in the execution of the Divisional function in terms of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, the SAWS Act 8 of 2001. To manage all the financial processes as per the Generally Recognized Accounting Practice (GRAP).
Key Performance Areas:
• Manage the processing of revenue, expenditure and payroll according to the approved budget
• Maintain a chart of accounts and general ledger and ensure the GL reconciliations are prepared monthly and reconciling items are cleared the following month.
• Ensure that all the statutory accounts payments and compliance documents submissions like tax payments to SARS, Department of Labour etc are submitted and paid before the due date.
• Prepare the MTEF and ENE and submit before the due to the National Treasury and the Department.
• Prepare the monthly & quarterly financial management accounts (including Capex), annual budgets and annual financial statements are prepared and submitted to the relevant governance structures before the due dates.
• Assist the various departments with their budgeting processes, apply cost containment measurements
• Effective management of project accounts and donor funds.
• Provide costing of goods and services to the Business Development unit for commercial products.
• Ensure that annual Aviation and other tariffs are prepared and submitted before the due date
• Manage and safeguard SAWS assets in line with the Financial Policy / Asset management policy.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure an efficient audit process and audit findings are timeously addressed.
• Effectively lead and manage the department by maintaining a motivated team to deliver on the SAWS mandate within the allocated resources
• Ensure that the finance team is trained and up to date with the relevant finance related regulations and that they have the personal development plans where applicable
Required Minimum Education/Training:
• B Com Honours (Accounting) or equivalent
• Chartered Accountant or any other professional qualification would be advantageous
Required Minimum Work Experience:
• At least 10 years Finance Management Experience (Minimum 5 years in the public sector)
• Knowledge of the Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP)
• Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations
• Experience in Payroll Management
• Stakeholder relations management
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 Thembisa Bixa, at Tel. (012) 367 6208.
Closing Date: 29 May 2023
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 females, Africans, Indians and Coloureds (AIC). 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- WS02/052023
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of:
SENIOR MANAGER: FINANCE
Salary total package: Negotiable
Centre: Head Office
(Ref. WS02/052023)
Job Summary:
To provide support and assistance to the Chief Financial Officer in the execution of the Divisional function in terms of the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations, the SAWS Act 8 of 2001. To manage all the financial processes as per the Generally Recognized Accounting Practice (GRAP).
Key Performance Areas:
• Manage the processing of revenue, expenditure and payroll according to the approved budget
• Maintain a chart of accounts and general ledger and ensure the GL reconciliations are prepared monthly and reconciling items are cleared the following month.
• Ensure that all the statutory accounts payments and compliance documents submissions like tax payments to SARS, Department of Labour etc are submitted and paid before the due date.
• Prepare the MTEF and ENE and submit before the due to the National Treasury and the Department.
• Prepare the monthly & quarterly financial management accounts (including Capex), annual budgets and annual financial statements are prepared and submitted to the relevant governance structures before the due dates.
• Assist the various departments with their budgeting processes, apply cost containment measurements
• Effective management of project accounts and donor funds.
• Provide costing of goods and services to the Business Development unit for commercial products.
• Ensure that annual Aviation and other tariffs are prepared and submitted before the due date
• Manage and safeguard SAWS assets in line with the Financial Policy / Asset management policy.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors to ensure an efficient audit process and audit findings are timeously addressed.
• Effectively lead and manage the department by maintaining a motivated team to deliver on the SAWS mandate within the allocated resources
• Ensure that the finance team is trained and up to date with the relevant finance related regulations and that they have the personal development plans where applicable
Required Minimum Education/Training:
• B Com Honours (Accounting) or equivalent
• Chartered Accountant or any other professional qualification would be advantageous
Required Minimum Work Experience:
• At least 10 years Finance Management Experience (Minimum 5 years in the public sector)
• Knowledge of the Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP)
• Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury Regulations
• Experience in Payroll Management
• Stakeholder relations management
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 Thembisa Bixa, at Tel. (012) 367 6208.
Closing Date: 29 May 2023
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 females, Africans, Indians and Coloureds (AIC). 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- WS02/052023
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic person to undertake the role of:
CHIEF METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN
Salary total package: Salary: Negotiable
Centre: De Aar Weather Office
(Ref. WS01/052023)
Key Performance Areas:
• Provide supervisory and technical oversight of Meteorological Observations activities performed within the Office.
• Ensures that all systems and processes involved in Meteorological Observations are performed according to prescribed criteria and that all staff involved are informed of the most current methods and equipment that is employed for these purposes.
• Provide training of staff on the operations of network nodes and instrumentation with the aim of enabling competence in routine maintenance and use.
• Develop and maintain documents to support activities mentioned above and maintain the necessary records to prove system adherence and compliance with documented requirements.
• Responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of meteorological equipment, including upgrades, in line with applicable international and national standards.
Observation:
• Perform routine weather observation duties that include:-
• Visual weather observation and compile routine reports,
• Providing special reports for changes in weather.
• Providing observation reports timeously as per schedule or as per the timeliness of the client’s request
• Downloading of remote observation station data
• Collection and quality control of manual rainfall station
• Supervise and perform quality control of AWS and ARS data and transmission thereof to central data base
• Ensure planned inspection and cleaning of Solys and Biomet stations is carried out timeously.
• Prepare and submit monthly status reports on Research equipment, e.g Solys, Biomet, etc Second level quality control of data on Quality control done by meteorological Technicians
• Upkeep of the infrastructure maintenance plan and ensure adherence within stipulated timeframes.
• Perform routine and ad hoc maintenance of SAWS Observations infrastructure (Thorough understanding of Automatic Weather Stations is required)
• Keep up breast with the latest developments in weather observational equipment and technologies.
Internal and External Customer Relations:
• Liaise with clients as per office plan.
• Represent SAWS at Stakeholder meetings as per plan.
• Financial and General Administration:
• Assist in the control of acquired stock levels required for operational activities.
• Assist in the effective use of assets and key infrastructure.
• Perform routine office administration practices including lodging claims, leave processing, overtime, transport admiration, periodic reporting, administration of registers etc.
• Training, Development and Knowledge Management
• Assist in all training activities related to weather observation within the office.
• Provide mentorship, skills transfer and training to meteorological technicians.
Total Quality Management
• Apply prevention and corrective action procedures on all findings related to weather observation.
• Promote a quality culture amongst the staff within the office.
• Promote the SAWS Quality Policy and integrate into day-to-day activities of the office
• Provide assistance during audits of the Regional office as required.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure all work done is according to documented requirements.
• Ensure that the work environment complies with legislative requirements relations to OHS.
Minimum Requirements and Attributes:
• A Grade 12 Certificate with Maths and Science.
• Weather Observers certificate and a valid AMO competency certificate.
• Five years’ experience in a weather observation environment and preferably as a Senior Meteorological Technician.
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret written request for weather data and information.
• Ability to lead and work in a team.
• Knowledge of international standards such as WMO and ICAO.
• Advanced knowledge of all observation tools.
• A valid code 08 driver’s license or higher.
Please Note:
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6091.
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: 26 May 2023
Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered
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 females, Africans, Indians and Coloureds (AIC). 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 organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.
Record Reference: HCM-ADVERT-CMT2023