ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: BIODIVERSITY EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: BIODIVERSITY EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: BIODIVERSITY EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT
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Closes: Thursday, 28 June 2018
Location: Walter Sisulu NBG
Reference number: BEE/2018/002

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated and self-driven professional to take responsibility for all aspects of the Biodiversity Education and Empowerment and Human Capital Development programmes at the Pretoria, Walter Sisulu, Lowveld and Free State National Botanical Gardens.
 
This position requires a three year tertiary qualification (National Diploma/Degree) in the environmental/conservation field with a minimum of five (5) years’ verifiable work experience in the environmental education field of which at least two (2) years must be at a supervisory level.
 
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to work at a sector level in human capacity development, especially in relation to teacher education. The candidate must be computer literate and have a working knowledge of MS Office programmes. Possession of a valid (unendorsed) Code B/EB driver’s license, with at least one year’s driving experience, is a further requirement.
 

 
The position requires a confident communicator who is able to relate well with a variety of stakeholders at all levels and have good interpersonal, analytical, report-writing, problem-solving, planning and organisational skills. The candidate should demonstrate insight in the relevant policies, strategies and research reports such as the Department of Basic Education’s Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (No.10 of 2004), the Environmental Sector Skills Plan, the national Biodiversity Human Capital Development Strategy (BHCDS) and others. Proven experience in working co-operatively as part of a team, and good communication skills in English and one other official language, will serve as strong recommendations.
 
Responsibilities include: 

• Develop and manage the strategy for the Biodiversity Education, Awareness-raising, Outreach Greening and Capacity Development Programmes;
• Coordinate SANBI programmes with other relevant HCD initiatives;
• Manage human resources;
• Manage financial resources at the four national botanical gardens.

 
SANBI offers an annual salary of R417 552.00 (salary level 10) and additional fringe benefits. 
 

 
Please note:
1) An application form obtainable from our Offices must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for  the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered).
2) A skills test may 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 may 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 currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.
 
Contact Steve Mahlangu on 012 843 5217 or preferably, forward the completed application form, a letter and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za or fax 012 843 5222. Postal applications are to be addressed to the Assistant Director: Human Resources, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag X101, Silverton, 001.
 
Please do not apply online for this position.
 
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 may consider their applications unsuccessful.
 

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