SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE (SAWS) VACANCIES

 
 
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) 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:
 
CHIEF FORECASTER: PROJECTS (DRR)
Salary: Level 12
Centre: National Forecasting Center, (DRR) Centurion
(Ref: WS12/022022)
 
Job summary:
• The Chief Forecaster project is primarily responsible for overseeing all the DRR related projects.
• She/He will also be responsible to identify, and initiate funding opportunities.
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Develop and draft public awareness programmes (stakeholder engagement plan) for communities and key stakeholders and ensure implementations
• Liaise with critical stakeholders, weather bodies and agencies (WMO, NOAA etc.), to develop techniques to improve the services to minimise risk for SAWS with relation to Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and weather forecasting.
• Establish strategic partnerships and identify areas of co-operation with institutions of similar interests through MoU’s and/or SLA.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other regions, international and national stakeholders.
• Ensure effective implementation of community outreach program in line with the strategic objectives of the organisation
• Keep abreast of new forecasting theories and techniques developed in weather services.
• Carry out all administrative functions attached to the post.
• Assist with the implementation and compliance to the requirements of the SAWS Quality Management System”.
• Drafting of SAWS quarterly RSMC (SWFDP), or any related DRR reports (National and International)
• Assist in all training activities related to weather forecasting within the office,
• Provide mentorship and training to junior personnel.
• Conduct case-studies and other research to enhance the accuracy and quality of the products and services offered.
• Provide mentorship and training to junior personnel.
• Conduct case-studies and other research to enhance the accuracy and quality of the products and services offered.
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes:
• Master’s degree in meteorology or equivalent
• At least 07 to 10 years Meteorological experience, preferably in operations.
• Extensive knowledge, skills, and experience in all spheres of Operational Meteorology
• Enthusiastic and willing to further his/her studies, preferably in PHD Meteorology field.
• Ability to analyse and/or interpret weather charts, surface observations, upper air observations, weather satellite and radar imageries.
• Ability to analyse and/or interpret Numerical Weather Prediction and Ensemble Prediction System products.
• Comprehensive understanding of Impact-based forecasting.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work well under pressure.
 
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: 28 February 2022
 
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. South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer. The organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.
 
Record Reference: HCM-ADVERT-CF2022
 
 
 

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) 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 FORECASTER
Salary: Negotiable
Centre: National Forecasting Center, Centurion
(Ref: WS13/022022)
 
Job summary:
The Senior Forecaster is a shift-worker primarily responsible for forecasting and monitoring of weather, producing of weather forecasting products as well as severe weather warnings. S/He is also required to provide a supervisory and technical oversight of weather forecasting activities performed in the office and in regional forecasting offices.
 
Key Performance Areas:
Forecasting and Warning Service:
• Supervise, generate and quality control public and marine weather forecasts according to pre-determined time scales. These include commercial products and services.
• Communicate public weather forecasts and severe weather warnings in different media platforms.
 
Customer Relations:
• Liaise with clients as per office plan.
• Represent SAWS at Stakeholder meetings as per plan.
• Promote the awareness of SAWS products and services to all stakeholders.
 
General Administration
• Perform routine office administration including periodic reporting, shift roster management, leave processing, and attendance register administration.
• Assist in the effective use of assets and key infrastructure.
 
Training, Development and Knowledge Management
• Assist in all training activities related to weather forecasting within the office,
• Provide mentorship and training to junior personnel.
• Conduct case-studies and other research to enhance the accuracy and quality of the products and services offered.
 
Total Quality Management
• Apply prevention and corrective action procedures on all findings related to the office.
• Promote a quality culture amongst the staff within the office.
• Promote the SAWS Quality Policy and intergrade it into the day-to-day activities of the office.
• Provide assistance during audits of the 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 in relation to Occupational Health and Safety.
 
Minimum Requirements and Attributes:
• BSc Meteorology with Honours or equivalent.
• 5 years Weather Forecasting experience.
• Ability to analyse and interpret weather charts, surface observations, upper air observations, weather satellite and radar imageries.
• Ability to analyse Numerical Weather Prediction and Ensemble Prediction System products.
• Comprehensive understanding of Impact-based forecasting.
 
Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required:
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• A valid Code EB or Code 08 driver’s license (without endorsements).
 
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: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012) 367 6091.
 
Closing Date: 28 February 2022
 
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

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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:
 
LEGAL ADVISOR
Salary total package: Level 11
Centre: Centurion
(Ref. WS11/022022) 
 
Job Summary:
To provide legal support and advise on all legal and legal-related matters including, but not limited to, contracts, litigation, labour, compliance and corporate legal matters. Render assistance and support to the Legal Department, under supervision of the Legal Manager.
 
Key Performance Areas:
• Provide legal support and advise on various legal matters, to minimize and control risks to the SAWS
• Provide assistance to ensure that legal documents and other contractual documents are properly drafted, reviewed, interpreted, and vetted
• Develop and maintain an updated and accurate SAWS contract register
• Communicate/ workshop approved departmental policies and relevant legislation with all internal stakeholders.
• Co-ordinate, where necessary, comment on the development and amendment of legislation, in cooperation with internal and external stakeholders
• Conduct research on requisite legislation and case law when required
• Maintain relevant and effective systems and processes for the department
• Co-ordinate and manage litigation matters for and against the SAWS
• Liaise with and instruct the SAWS external legal service providers (attorneys)
• Assist with the dispute resolution in accordance with the SAWS policies and the legislative framework.
• Where necessary, represent the company at various levels dispute resolution mechanisms, e.g. Bargaining Forum, the CCMA etc., with the aim of managing the SAWS’ interests.
 
Minimum Requirements:
• LLB or other relevant legal Degree
• Admission as an Attorney or Advocate (Bar Admission)
• At least 3 (three) years post-articles/ admission experience.
 
Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required:
● Contract Management
● Litigation, arbitration and mediation processes
● Sound knowledge of Labour Law and Commercial Law
● Compliance monitoring
● Legal drafting
● Research ability
● Written and verbal/ presentation skills
● Analytical skills
● Organising skills
● Sound practical judgment
● Team player
● Ability to work with minimal supervision
● Grasp complex areas of law rapidly and accurately
● Excellent Communication skills
● Resilient and influential
● Maintaining confidentiality
● Ability to multi-task
 
 
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).
No CVs from recruitment agencies will be considered
 
Closing Date: 22 February 2022
 
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr Lukhanyo Ziwele, at Tel. (012) 367 6214
 
Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within 14 days after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer
 
All applicant’s personal information received will be used for purpose of this recruitment process only.
 
Record Reference HCM-ADVERT- Legal Advisor