Project Manager: Natural Capital Accounting (Five year contract)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated person to manage SANBI’s projects related to Natural Capital Accounting (NCA), including the EU-funded Natural Capital Accounting and Valuation of Ecosystem Services project and the NCA component of the Ecological Infrastructure for Water Security Project.

This position requires a relevant post graduate qualification, with at least 8 years’ relevant working experience. Experience in project management, particularly in complex projects involving multiple partners and stakeholders is essential. Exposure to and knowledge of natural capital accounting and/or ecological infrastructure and/or ecosystem services and and/or spatial biodiversity assessment and planning is also required.

The incumbent must demonstrate excellent writing and verbal communication skills and high levels of computer literacy. The ability to maintain sound interpersonal relations and to work in a methodical and organised manner, problem-solving, flexibility and adaptability are critical attributes for the post. A valid Code B (unendorsed) driver’s license with one year’s practical driving experience is required.

Key responsibilities 

The appointee will be responsible for:

• Managing the development of priority ecosystem accounts and other NCA project deliverables with project partners
• Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders and overseeing stakeholder engagement in support of NCA work
• Providing project management and financial management functions for SANBI’s natural capital accounting projects
• Promoting communication and outreach for NCA work

SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary package of R 779 295.00

Please note:

1) Use application form, attach 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 and competency assessment 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 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 letter, certified copies of qualifications 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, Silverton, 0001.

Please do not apply online for this position.

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.