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South Africa: Director Zoological Systematics, SANBI
A proven Zoological professional is sought to provide innovative leadership in the proactive initiation and co-ordination of the development and maintenance of business plans, strategy and policy on all aspects of Zoological Systematics in SANBI. The appointee will report to the Chief Director: Biosystematics & Collections Division. Appointment requires a PhD, enhanced by at least eight years’ experience, of which five in a managerial position in Zoological Systematics. Research and a well-developed sense of responsibility and accountability are required, as well as an outgoing personality and managerial abilities. Computer literacy (MS Word) is a requirement.

Responsibilities would include: • providing accurate and clear information on current and future Zoological Systematics research thrusts and trends • overseeing and participating in the Zoological Systematics research programmes of SANBI • driving and assisting in implementing the transformation policies of SANBI • seeing to the production of annual Business Plans of the Zoological Systematics Research component and reporting to the Chief Director on these aspects • generating external funds to supplement grant-in-aid (MTEF budget) allocations to the Zoological Systematics Research component.

Please Note: 1) Applications must be accompanied by a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met. 2) A competency assessment will be conducted as part of the selection process.

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.

Applications submitted by employment agencies will not be considered.
SANBI reserves the right not to fill these positions.

Contact Ms Jessica Sims on 011 804 0635 or, preferably, forward a letter and concise CV to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
or fax 086 635 9931. Postal applications are to be addressed to Ms Jessica Sims, LR Strategic Placement,
P.O. Box 98, The Woodlands 2080.

Closing Date: Friday 18 April 2008

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI.

Visit www.sanbi.org for more information on the South African national Biodiversity Institute.
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