Assistant Director: Monitoring and Evaluation (Groen Sebenza)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute is looking for a self-motivated individual to manage strategic monitoring, evaluation and reporting processes within SANBI. Implement, and manage, Groen Sebenza project monitoring and evaluation policy including its framework, system and procedure. Coordinate, and consolidate the Groen Sebenza project performance management framework and related reports as prescribed in SANBI policies, national policies, and applicable legislation.

This position requires a degree in Business Management, Public Management, Development Studies, or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A postgraduate degree in Business Management, Public Management, Development Studies or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage.  This position also requires 6 years’ experience in relevant field, 3 years of which should be in supervisory position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management; advanced experience in the implementation of relevant legislation, policies, procedures, processes, and regulatory framework relevant to programme and project management; excellent project management skills and systemic visualisation of various projects entailing a programme; attention to detail in dealing with budgeting, analysis of scientific data, financial management, procurement, and reporting; advance knowledge for planning and organising, and advanced statistical reports writing skills; in-depth organisational, analytical, and problem solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal 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 licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Ensure the management of compliance and performance reporting.
• Assist to deliver on the Groen Sebenza project’s annual performance targets
• Assist Improve Groen Sebenza project’s performance culture and ability to achieve strategic objectives.
• Manage the biodiversity agenda, manage risk at Groen Sebenza project, and ensure effective stakeholder relationships.
• Manage budget and the implementation of large volume projects at strategic level.
• Manage Human Capital development, and drive change and transformation within Groen Sebenza Project.

Application procedure:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with 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.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorized verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.

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.

Contact Ms Seipati Nku on Tel: +27 (0)12 339 2749 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentnzg@sanbi.org.za

Postal applications are to be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human Resources
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag x101
Silverton
0184

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.