Assistant Director: Regional Coordination x3

Reference numbers:

• GSII/2023/003 – Free State (Bloemfontein)
• GSII/2023/004 – Western Cape (Cape Town)
• GSII/2023/005 – Gauteng (Pretoria)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute is looking for a self-motivated individual to provide support to the overall management of the strategic and flagship programme, Groen Sebenza II of the Biodiversity Education and Public Engagement Directorate in the identified regions to plan, manage, coordinate, and report on all matters related to SANBI’s Groen Sebenza Phase II Programme in their respective regions.

This position requires a degree in Environmental Management, Biodiversity Management or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A postgraduate degree in Environmental Management, Biodiversity Management 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 proper programme and project management, implementation, and coordination within the allocated Region
• Ensure effective and efficient stakeholder management, engagement and relationship management within the allocated Region;
• Provide monthly management reports on EPWP and other key projects entailing Groen Sebenza Programme II;
• Manage risk and allocated financial, human resources, ICT equipment, procurement activities within the allocated Region; and
• Facilitate human capital development and transformation within the allocated Region.

Application procedure

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 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.

Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za.

Postal applications must be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human Resources,
South African National Biodiversity Institute,
Private Bag X7,
Claremont,
7735

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.

Enquiries:
Ms Kaashiefa Bassier
Tel.: +27 (0)21 799 8878/8800