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South Africa: Estuarine Ecologist and Botanist, CapeNature
The River Conservation Unit (RCU) of CapeNature’s Scientific Services Unit seeks to appoint two Conservation Scientist (estuarine ecologist and botanist) for a twelve-month, fixed-term and renewable contract period.  The RCU in partnership with the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry implements the River Health Programme (RHP) in the Western Cape Province.

Responsibilities:
•    Undertake river health assessments across the Western Cape Province using standardised RHP indices
•    Contribute towards and compile RHP products
•    Update databases with data collected from survey work
 
Requirements:
•    Suitable tertiary qualification in biological sciences (especially botany and estuarine ecology)
•    Working experience on rivers and wetlands is strongly recommended
•    Ability to work in-field and as part of a team
•    Physical fitness to perform fieldwork on rivers
•    Computer competence (MSOffice)
•    Good communicative skills in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape
•    Good report-writing skills
•    Willingness to travel as and when required
•    A valid Code EB Drivers Licence

Contract details:
•    The contract should commence at the successful candidate’s earliest convenience
•    The total remuneration level is commensurate with experience and qualifications but should not exceed R170 000 per annum
•    The successful candidates will report to the Manager of the River Conservation Unit

ENQUIRIES: Jeanne Gouws Tel: 021 866 8014 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

To apply, send a letter of application and concise CV to The Manager, Private Bag X5014, Stellenbosch, 7599 or fax (021) 866 1523 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it before or on 11 February 2008.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. CapeNature reserves the right not to make an appointment
 
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