Reference Number: MCC/001/2022
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated individual to market and develop SANBI Brand, manage internal and external communication, identify and build partnerships, and provide marketing support services to SANBI Business units.
This position requires a degree in Marketing Management, Business Management, Stakeholder Relations Management or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. Honours or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 8 years’ experience in relevant field, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).
The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: comprehensive knowledge and experience in marketing, communications, public relations, media, liaising with advertising and public relations agencies; in-depth experience in stakeholder relationship management and brand development; extensive knowledge and understanding of the implementation of project management and stakeholder management techniques and tools; proven ability to work under pressure with diverse team while being quality and safety conscious; extensive knowledge and experience of working with legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to marketing, communications, public relations, media, stakeholder relationship management, brand development, liaising with advertising and public relations agencies; advanced planning, organizing, problem solving and interpersonal skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written including of scientific outputs); 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:
- Develop and deploy a stakeholder relations management strategy for SANBI National Botanical Gardens, National Zoological Gardens and the Science Branch;
- Develop, disseminate and manage marketing and communications;
- Manage SANBI’s relationships with the media; and
- Create commercially viable and strategic media partnerships.
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 authorised 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.
Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications must be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za.
Postal applications must be addressed to:
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 must consider their applications unsuccessful.
Enquiries:
Mr Vusi Mncwango
Tel: 082 7372 125