Salary Level 11

Fixed-Term Contract of Employment for five (5) years’

SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary of R896 436.00

Pretoria National Botanical Garden

Biodiversity Information and Policy Advice

Reference Number: Eco-DRR/2026/003

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated and professional individual to provide policy advice on the most appropriate policy and legislative solutions for ensuring that environmental management/ecological infrastructure is adequately integrated into ecosystem-based disaster risk reduction (Eco-DRR) interventions to enhance the resilience of communities and critical built infrastructure against climate-induced hazards in four District Municipalities of South Africa.

This position requires degree in Environmental Sciences or equivalent relevant qualification at NQF 7, focused on environmental management.  A post-graduate qualification in Environmental Sciences or equivalent relevant qualification at NQF 8 will be added advantage.  This position also requires 8 years of work experience in the relevant field of environmental policy implementation and/or advisory capacity of which 4 years should be in first-line management position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: possession of a short course in specialised application of law and policy in environmental management domains (e.g. Environmental Impact Assessment; Coastal Management, etc); a valid driver’s licence with at least one year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Provide strategic leadership and policy advice on the most effective environmental management approaches to mainstreaming Eco-DRR and ecological infrastructure interventions in four District Municipalities of South Africa;
• Ensure effective operational management of engagements between SANBI and other organisations and stakeholders, with regard to environmental and Eco-DRR regulatory advice;
• Lead capacity development initiatives among officials in four Districts to incorporate biodiversity priorities and Eco-DRR considerations in their work; and
• Lead the compilation of a baseline assessment of existing risk management frameworks, tools and approaches for ecological and built infrastructure in the four Districts.

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Please Note: 1) Only online applications will be accepted and applications must be accompanied by a 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 the online portal