Job Description

SANBI offers basic annual salary of R424 104.00 plus 37% in lieu of benefitsThe 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 drivers 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.

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