The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for self-motivated individual to ensure SANBI’s employees are remunerated according to agreements and legislation, manage employee’s benefits according to internal policies.

This position requires a degree in in Financial Management, Financial Sciences, Accounting Science or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. Honours or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage.  This position also requires 6 years’ experience in relevant field, 3 years of which should be in supervisory position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidates to be successful in this position: Some experience in customer service would be an advantage; Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice; Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; Financial report writing and in possession o

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Provide assistance with the compliance and communication regarding remuneration and benefits processes;
• Manage employee benefits and analyse financial information;
• Manage Personnel and Salaries management system (PERSAL);
• Oversee payroll process;
• Human capital development and transformation; and
• Implement and drive change and transformation.

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 authorised 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)21 799 8635/8800 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 recruitmentct@sanbi.org.za

Postal applications must be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human Resources
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag X7
Claremont
7735

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: Friday, 23 June 2023
Salary: R424 104.00
Location: Cape Town