Assistant Director: Commercial Services and Revenue Collection

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated, professional, and responsible person to contribute to departmental strategic objectives through promoting sustainability, effective revenue collection, reporting, and good governance.

This position requires a degree in Financial Management, Accounting Science, Retail Management, Commercial/Advanced Diploma, or an equivalent Degree in revenue management, hospitality management, and business development or an equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A postgraduate degree or equivalent degree at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires a minimum of 6 years of work experience in the relevant field, 3 years of which should be in supervisory position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position:

• A sound knowledge and understanding of financial management principles and the instruments used to manage the profitability and sustainability of the business.
• Knowledge and understanding of change management.
• A comprehensive knowledge of engaging and collaborating with stakeholders.
• Displays sound knowledge of legislative requirements in a financial and retailing environment.
• A knowledge and understanding of records management, human resources management, ethical corporate governance, retail management, developing partnerships, policy development, and team management.
• Proven ability to work with a diverse team and independently; be able to operate within the framework of the approved standard operating procedures; good planning, organizing, interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving skills; excellent communication skills (both verbal and written); computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools, including MS Word, Excel, the Internet, and Outlook, will be advantageous.
• Applicants must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence.

• Assist with management and reporting of revenue;
• Assist with invoicing, debt management, and reporting;
• Responsible for the management of daily and weekly reconciliations;
• Assist with the management of risks associated with revenue collection and reporting;
• Responsible for compiling accurate management reports; and
• Assist with the facilitation of human capital development and transformation.

• 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).
• A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.
• Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible, email addresses of at least three referees.
• 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 authorized 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.

Ms. Zanele Mdliva on Tel: +27 (0)12 339 2761 for any queries for purposes of clarity.

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.