Asset Management Officer

Contract ending on 30 November 2019

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) requires an efficient and enthusiastic person to ensure timeous and accurate transfers and disposals, recording of fixed assets acquisitions and the accounting of these transactions in accordance with the PFMA and GRAP.

The position requires the successful candidate to be in possession of Grade 12 with a pass in accounting enhanced with a minimum of five years’ experience in asset management • a tertiary qualification in Logistics/Finance/Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage • a working knowledge of PFMA and GRAP with accounting background • planning, problem-solving and decision making skills • written and oral communication skills with a strong command of the English language • respect for strict compliance and confidentiality. Be in possession of a valid (unendorsed) Code B driver’s license with one year’s practical driving experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INVOLVE:

• Maintenance of the fixed asset registers.
• Monitoring of assets in accordance with the relevant policies and procedure.
• Allocate assets to asset holders
• Record keeping

SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary of R269 077.59

Please do not apply online for this position. Applications should be forwarded to: recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za

Please Note:
1) An application form 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, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information 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 Mr. John Sihlangu on 012 843 5009 or, preferably, forward the completed application form a motivational letter, certified copies of qualifications, ID, Drivers License and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za.  Postal applications are to be addressed to the Assistant Director: Human Resources, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag X101, Pretoria, 0001.

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 that their applications are unsuccessful.