Assistant Director: Project Management 1

The South African National Biodiversity Institute is looking for a self-motivated individual to administer, coordinate, manage, and facilitate the Groen Sebenza Project Phase II with regards to compliance, reporting requirements and governance processes related to Medium Term Expenditure Framework funds allocated to SANBI. This position requires the candidate to be in possession of a degree in Project Management, Business Management, Financial Management or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A postgraduate degree in Project Management, Business Management, Financial Management or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 6 years’ experience, of which 3 years should be in supervisory position(s). The successful candidate will have the following competencies: extensive project management knowledge and skills; experience in complex travel logistics for multi-stakeholder meetings; experience in complex minute-taking for business and technical meetings, and report writing; financial management such as budgeting for proposals, report to donors, budgeting and reporting in business context; comprehensive knowledge and experience in human resources, procurement and financial management processes; knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, processes, and practices, systems, and frameworks related to project management including contract management; proven ability to work with a diverse team and under pressure whilst being quality, cost, and safety conscious; advanced planning, organizing, interpersonal, and problem solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written); excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (MS Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook); and a valid driver’s license with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel are all essential. Key Performance Responsibilities include: Attend to project administration, coordination, and management matters; Attend to budget and financial Management matters; Attend to asset management, and unit staff supervision on project facilitation and delivery; Ensure stakeholder liaison and management; and Manage Health and Safety standards. 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 authorized 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. Contact Ms. Glynnis Webb on Tel: +27 (0) /8800 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to Postal applications must be addressed to: Deputy Director: Human ResourcesSouth African National Biodiversity InstitutePrivate Bag X7Claremont7735 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. Closes: Tuesday, 07 May 2024Job type: Fixed-term contract, ending 31 March 2025Salary: R plus 37% in lieu of benefitsLocation: Pretoria #J-18808-Ljbffr