SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI) VACANCIES

SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI)

ADMINISTRATION OFFICER: ASSET MANAGEMENT

Pretoria, Gauteng

Permanent

Posted 10 November 2026 – 

Closing Date 27 November 2026

Job Details

Division: Supply Chain and Asset Management

Business Unit: Asset Management

Minimum experience: Entry Level

Company primary industry: Government Administration

Job functional area: Accounting/Auditing

Job Description

Reference Number: AFIN/005/2026

SANBI offers a basic annual salary of R338 106.00

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to accurately account, report, control and safeguard SANBI’s fixed assets in line with SANBI policies, Public Management Finance Act requirements and generally recognized Accounting Practice.

This position requires a national diploma in Financial Management, Accounting, or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 4 years of work experience in the relevant field or a degree in Financial Management, Accounting or equivalent qualification at NQF 7 with 2 years of work experience in the relevant field. A postgraduate qualification in Financial Management, Accounting or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive knowledge of asset management, Sage and Asset Management Systems; in-depth knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice is essential; advanced planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; financial report writing skills, people management skills, 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 license with at least one year of practical driving experience and a willingness to travel nationally is essential.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Management of the total life cycle of assets within SANBI;
• Ensure compliance to relevant policies and procedures; and
• Ensure that assets are safeguarded.

Please note:

1. Only online applications will be accepted and applications must be accompanied by 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.
   
   

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.

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.

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