Curator: Pretoria National Herbarium

PLEASE NOTE: This is a re-advertisement. Candidates who applied before must please re-apply.

Requirements: MSc (preferably in Taxonomy) or equivalent qualification, plus ten years’ relevant scientific experience after obtaining BSc • extensive experience in collections management as an added advantage • excellent communication skills, including report writing • ability to maintain sound interpersonal relations • proficiency in MS Office • valid Code B driver’s licence with at least one year’s practical driving experience.

Responsibilities: Formulating and setting goals for the National Herbarium • providing leadership in the National Herbarium and networking with Southern African herbaria • providing infrastructure, support and resources to scientists • developing policies regarding National Herbarium activities • financial management of the unit • participating in project management and implementation of corporate projects • conducting taxonomic research on Southern African flora • aligning activities of the National Herbarium with SANBI strategic and business plans, policies and funding requirements • ensuring that employees work in a healthy and safe environment, and that the Herbarium’s activities comply with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary of R448 521.

Please Note: 1) Applications must be accompanied by a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position. 2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process. 3) It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position.

If no response has been received within 21 days of the closing date, candidates may assume that their applications were unsuccessful. 

Enquiries: Ms Emmy Tsienyane on 012 843 5217 or at apply, contact Ms Wendy Manwatha on 012 843 5229 or, preferably, forward a letter and concise CV to or fax 012 843 5263. Postal applications are to be addressed to the Deputy Director: HR, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag X101, Pretoria This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it E.Tsienyane@sanbi.org.za This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za