Senior Administration Clerk: Assets Management

Reference Number: AFIN/004/2026
SANBI offers a basic annual salary of R280 278.00 plus 37% in lieu of benefits

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated individual to accurately account, report, control and safeguard SANBI’s fixed assets in line with the financial management systems, Public Management Finance Act requirements and corporate governance practices.

This position requires a Grade 12 or equivalent qualification at NQF 4 with 5 years of work experience in the relevant field, OR a National Diploma in Financial Management, Accounting or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 3 years’ work experience in the relevant field. An undergraduate qualification in Financial Management, Accounting or equivalent qualification with NQF 7 will be an added advantage.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: extensive knowledge of asset management; Sage and Instrument Asset Management Systems (IAMS); willingness to travel nationally; Some experience in customer service would be an advantage. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice and Financial report writing; advanced planning, organizing, and problem-solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; report writing skills, people management skills, excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms. Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one year of practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential. 

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Ensure efficient asset management within SANBI;
• Manage risk and ensure compliance to good governance standards; and
  
• Provide general ledger and assets register reconciliations.

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.

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 Lehlohonolo Mbele on Tel: +27 (0)12 002 5350 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.