Reference number: APR/2023/001
The South African National Biodiversity Institute is looking for a self-motivated individual to support SANBI’s Adaptation Policy and Resourcing Division to develop funding proposals for the Green Climate Fund and Adaptation Fund.
This position requires the candidate to be in possession of a degree in Life Sciences, Natural Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Botany, or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A postgraduate degree or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 8 years’ experience, 4 years of which should be in first line management position(s).
The successful candidate must have the following competencies:
- Track record of writing and developing funding proposals for foreign donors, including familiarity with Theory of Change; Logical Framework and similar methodologies, experience with Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, experience building budgets, and experience designing and running stakeholder engagement processes;
- Sound understanding of climate change adaptation and particularly ecosystem-based adaptation;
- Strong project management skills, ability to successfully support and manage competing demands and ability to work under pressure;
- Excellent verbal and interpersonal skills, strong writing and communication skills, and ability to interact effectively and persuasively with diverse audiences;
- Ability to think strategically, analyse information logically and exercise sound judgement; and
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of a team.
Key performance responsibilities include:
- Provide strategic leadership for SANBI’s Green Climate Fund (GCF) project pipeline process;
- Develop the Green Climate Fund (GCF) project proposal pipeline including concept note and full proposal development;
- Lead Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning activities; and
- Undertake project management activities.
This position is made possible through a grant from the Government of Flanders. Candidates who applied previously need not reapply.
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:
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 must consider their applications unsuccessful.
Enquiries:
Ms Kaashiefa Bassier
Tel: +27 (0)21 7998878/8800