Project Finance and Administrative Officer

Re-advertisement - Candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) requires an efficient and enthusiastic person to provide support for the finance and admin processes of the Ecological Infrastructure for Water Security Project (EIWS).

The Project is a multi-faceted and multi-stakeholder project being implemented over five (5) years’ nationally and in selected catchments in two provinces. This project is funded by the Global Environmental Facility (GEF) through the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA).

The successful candidate must be in possession of a three year National Diploma/Degree in Financial Management or any relevant tertiary qualification enhanced by 3 years’ relevant work experience in finance and administration. Familiarity with accounting processes and experience with GEF Funded projects would be very beneficial.

The candidate should demonstrate good communication and analytical skills, excellent interpersonal relations are a prerequisite. The candidate must be highly proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel and possess a valid Code B driver’s license and be willing to travel.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Financial administrative and procurement support to the Ecological Infrastructure for Water Security
• Project and office administrative support to the Ecological Infrastructure for Water Security Project
• Logistics support to the Ecological Infrastructure for Water Security Project
• Participation in relevant organisation meetings.

NB: Candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.

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

3) Applicants must also provide the full names and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number 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 Mr Steve Mahlangu on 012 843 5217 or, preferably, forward the completed application form, a motivational letter, certified copies of qualifications, ID, Driver’s License and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za.

Postal applications are to 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 may consider their applications unsuccessful.