Senior Specialist 1: Biodiversity Planning (GIS)

This position requires a degree in Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Botany, or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A post-graduate qualification in Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Ecology, Biology, Botany, or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 6 years of work relevant experience in the relevant field of which 3 years’ should be in supervisory position(s).

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: Expected to travel, GIS training;

people leadership; South African Council for Natural Scientific Profession (SACNASP) or Plato registration advantageous and be in possession of a valid driver’s license

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Perform spatial analysis to support project outcomes;
• Provide technical support and guidance to district teams and implementing partners to ensure delivery of outputs and promote integration across outcomes;
• Support knowledge generation, documentation, and adaptive management; and
• Contribute to human capital development.