Jobs at South African National Biodiversity Institute

• This position requires a Grade 10 Job Specific Qualification, or equivalent qualification at NQF 2 with 3 years’ relevant experience or Grade 12, Job Specific Qualification, or equivalent qualification at NQF 4, with two (2) years’ experience in the relevant field of infrastructure maintenance and/or solid waste collection.  A Higher Education Qualification or equivalent qualification at NQF 5 will be an added advantage.
• The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: interpersonal skills; ability to communicate in English (read and write); willingness to learn and take instruction, ability to working in a team and independently, training in brick laying and painting; knowledge of solid waste collection, sorting and disposal; use of  various hand tools, equipment and machinery. The possession of a valid code C1 driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Assist in operational functions, and projects;
• Assist in the completion of generalist tasks;
• Assist in Administration and;
• Comply with health and safety requirements.

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• These positions require a national diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 4 years of work experience in the relevant field or a degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent qualification at NQF 7 with 2 years of work experience in the relevant field. A postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent qualification with NQF 8 will be an added advantage.
• The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to supply chain management is essential; in-depth knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice is essential; advanced planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; report writing skills, people management skills, excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms. Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one year of practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential. 

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Attend procurement matters in line with Supply Chain Management policies
• Attend to an end to end administration matters related to evaluation, and awarding processes
• Attend to briefing sessions
• Provide professional service to suppliers and other related stakeholders; and
• Provide assistance to improve governance, manage risk, and attend to compliance matters within the business unit