Data Capturer (8 month contract)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) requires the services of a hardworking and self-motivated individual to provide administrative and registry support services to the Working for Wetlands Projects.

The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate, enhanced by a minimum of 2 years’ working experience in data capturing and administration, sound interpersonal relations, good spoken and written command of the English language, computer literate and proficient in MS Office.

Key responsibilities will involve:

• Consolidation of reports
• Data capturing
• Assist with procurement
• Manage the filing system (electronically and manually).

SANBI offers annual-inclusive annual salary of R 224 081.31.

Please do not apply online for this position. Please send your application to: recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za.

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 skill test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, telephone numbers and if possible 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 Ms Ethel Mokgoko on 012 843 5214 or, preferably, forward the completed application form, a motivational letter, certified copies of qualifications, ID 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, Pretoria, 0001. 

Candidates are expected to be available for 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.