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Assistant Director: Regional Coordination Jobs in Cape Town, South Africa at The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI)
Position: Assistant Director: Regional Coordination )
The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) requires an enthusiastic, motivated individual to manage the strategic projects and operational component of the Groen Sebenza Programme in the Western Cape Region to ensure the achievement of Groen Sebenza Programme strategic goals.
This position requires the candidate to be in possession of a degree in Natural Sciences, Public Administration, Business Management, or a relevant field or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A postgraduate qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage, as would a module/short course/certificate inproject management. This position also requires 6 years’ experience in a relevant field, at least 3 years of which should be in project administration or as a project officer.
The successful candidate must have the following competencies:
Comprehensive knowledge and experience inproject management;
Proven ability to work and nurture partnerships;
Advanced experience inconflict resolutionand management;
Excellentcommunicationand presentation skills;
Ability to plan, procure, and manage budget as per PFMA requirements;
Experience in administering or managing Labour Intensive Projects or Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) will be highly advantageous;
Good spoken and written command of English;
Proficiency in MS Office Package;
Valid driver’s license with at least two years driving experience;
Ability to work independently with limited supervision;
Ability to perform under pressure; adhere to stringent deadlines and compliance regimen;
Willingness to travel.
Key Performance Responsibilities include:
Ensure proper stakeholder management for achievement of programme strategic objectives;
Ensure proper financial, budget, and procurement management of programme activities and operations;
Attend to EPWP Reporting during required time intervals;
Performtraining and developmentfunction for the unit; and
Ensure proper Human Resources Management for the unit.
Application procedure:
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).
A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses, and telephone numbers, and if possible, e-mail addresses of at least three referees.
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 …
Title: Assistant Director: Regional Coordination
Company: The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI)
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Category: Management
