National Botanical Gardens Division

Reference Number: GKBC/2026/006

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for passionate and self-motivated individuals to fulfill a key horticultural and conservation role by leading the development and maintenance of the General Gardens and herbaceous perennials display garden areas and associated living collections, as well as the Succulent displays in both the garden and conservatory areas and associated living collection at the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.

These positions require a national diploma in Horticulture or relevant and equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 4 years of work experience in the relevant field or an advanced diploma or degree in Horticulture or relevant and equivalent qualification with NQF 7 with 2 years of work experience in the relevant field. A postgraduate qualification in Horticulture or relevant and equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. 

The position is responsible for curating and cultivating  a wide range of Succulent genera or South African plants and herbaceous perennials with the following key competencies for the candidate to be successful in these positions: excellent knowledge and understanding of indigenous horticulture maintenance and conservation are essential; knowledge of propagation procedures, protocols and processes, practical experience and knowledge of propagation facilities, knowledge of field collecting and plant introduction and care, competent in long term curation and maintenance of living plant collections, understanding landscaping using fynbos and natural design elements, leading and managing a team of conservation workers in the garden and nursery collections, knowledgeable and experience with working with conservation stakeholders, advanced planning, organizing, and problem solving skills; ability to work under pressure whilst being safety conscious; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; excellent computer literacy with MS tools will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience. 

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

·        Conduct garden display and living collections operations planning, maintenance and development;

·        Lead the management of people and maintain high levels of performance;

·        Manage the coordination of curation of living collections in both the garden and collections nursery;

·        Promote & participate in horticultural, plant conservation, and research projects; and

·        Conduct planning, coordination and implementation of projects to promote the mission of SANBI and           Kirstenbosch.

 Salary commensurate with a range of inputs and outputs in terms of the SANBI career ladder for horticulturists.

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Please Note: 1) 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). 2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.  3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees. 4) 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 authorised 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.

Contact Ms Innocent Maswanganyi on Tel: +27 (0)21 799 8651/8800 or email – i.maswanganyi@sanbi.org.za for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via the online portal.

Closing Date: 15 July 2026

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.

Fixed-Term Contract of Employment for five (5) years’

SANBI offers basic annual salary of R605 742.00 plus 37% in lieu of benefits

Pretoria National Botanical Garden, Pretoria

Biodiversity Information and Policy Advice Division

Reference Number: BIPA/2026/001

If you have applied before you need not apply again

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to provide specialised GIS technical support and knowledge to SANBI and partner institutions for the Ecosystem-based Disaster Risk Reduction (Eco-DRR) project, including the development of relevant ecosystem accounts and related indicators towards informing the development of policy and tools that support the ecosystem accounting work in South Africa. Technical spatial analysis support also includes: generating, sourcing and managing spatial data, mapping and georeferencing, undertaking spatial analyses, data management and curation, database design and integration, technical reporting, building capacity in GIS and spatial analysis, and interpreting and communicating the outputs through data visualisation and cartography.

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

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: Proficiency in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) including applied experience in spatial mapping/analysis. Demonstrated technical expertise in natural capital accounting, especially working with Natural Capital Accounts spatial and non-spatial data; the ability to translate ecological data into decision-relevant policy insights; advanced capability in the spatial mapping of ecological infrastructure and ecological systems; Understanding of national and global biodiversity conservation policies and frameworks . South African Council for Natural Scientific Profession (SACNASP) or South African Council for Professional and Technical Surveyors (Plato) registration advantageous. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills including interpersonal skills presentations and workshop facilitation skills. Exercise judgment within broadly defined practices and policies to select methods and techniques to obtain results. Understanding of how to work with and into communities of practice especially in GIS and related fields; project management skills. 

The ability to develop partnerships and manage multi-faceted stakeholders from various backgrounds and cultures, advanced planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills. Excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (GIS, Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) is essential. The possession of a valid driver’s licence (minimum B) with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

Key Performance Responsibilities include: 

·   Source (gather), generate (capture data, create secondary data) and manage (store, secure or disseminate)      Eco-DRR spatial data for ecosystem accounts;

·   Develop and review ecosystem accounts in the Eco-DRR project;

·   Provide specialist technical expertise related to other spatial analysis for Eco-DRR; 

·   Report and communicate methods and findings from ecosystem accounts and other spatial analyses to          support Eco-DRR project monitoring and evaluation; and

·   Facilitate Human Capital Development within the Eco-DRR Project.

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Please Note: 1) 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). 2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.  3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees. 4) 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 authorised 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.

Contact Ms Innocent Maswanganyi on Tel: +27 (0)21 799 8651/8800 or i.maswanganyi@sanbi.org.za for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via the online portal.

Closing Date: 15 June 2026

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.

Salary is  negotiable 

To provide strategic and operational leadership for the Criminal Investigations: Integrated Stream, delivering integrated, intelligence-led criminal investigations that dismantle complex tax-crime, combat multi-entity tax offences and associated illicit financial activities and money‑laundering schemes, secure prosecution-ready evidence, and strengthen collaboration across SARS divisions and key law‑enforcement partners—advancing SARS’ mandate to enforce responsibly and decisively and make non‑compliance hard and costly.

• Develop and execute tactical criminal investigation strategy and delivery plans that are aligned with National criminal investigation Strategy.
• Liaise & coordinate with key stakeholders, NPA in terms of the memorandums of understanding (MOU) between SARS, SAPS & NPA & sub-divisions (Special Investigations Unit (SIU); Asset Forfeiture Unit (AFU) & Department Special Ops (DSO Scorpions).
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of data on the national case management system (CMS) for criminal investigations.
• Assist and attend to any requests from the NPA, in relation to the said investigation in accordance with the memorandums of understanding (MOU) between NPA, especially the NPA Special Tax Units at national and regional level.
• Oversee and conduct any complex criminal investigations in the regions and report outcomes.
• Implement, monitor and evaluate the quality of criminal investigations performance programmes and recommend changes in line with legislative requirements.
• Implement the performance and documentation of all criminal investigations and the reporting and resolution of any weaknesses and shortcomings. 
• Execute policies, procedures and practise notes in line with all legislation administered by the Commissioner for SARS; the Constitution and the Criminal Procedure Act.
• Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies and procedures, and direct the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organisation.
• Develop tactical strategy and delivery plans in support of functional objectives in partnership with leadership.
• Direct, control, coordinate and optimise budgeted resources to meet specific objectives and deliver agreed results and productivity requirements.
• Ensure the development and implementation of multiple practices in alignment with operational policy and procedural frameworks.
• Identify and recommend opportunities to continuously improve all functions and systems in line with national, regional and organisational changes.
• Plan for handling work outputs, pull together interdependent activities & specify priorities, standards & procedures to ensure tactical excellence.
• Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; driving best practice solutions.
• Provide periodic reports on performance against plan & progress on short-term initiatives & use to realign tactical plan and objectives appropriately.
• Use the insights gained through integrated business reports to measure success & realign tactical strategy development objectives appropriately.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Require

Relevant Honours degree (NQF 8) [Investigations, Law, Accounting] AND 10-12 years’ experience in an Investigations, Law, Accounting environment, of which 3 years at management level. 

ALTERNATIVE #

Relevant Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 7) [Investigations, Law, Accounting] AND 12 – 15 years’ experience in a in an Investigations, Law, Accounting environment of which 3 years at management level.