FIELD ASSISTANTS

DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

APPLICATIONS

May be forwarded to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment: Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-deliver to
63 Strand Street, Cape Town

FOR ATTENTION : Human Resources Management
CLOSING DATE : 13 October 2023

NOTE

Applications must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae
to be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to
appointable applicants from underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to
apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to
determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment
(reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Following
the interview and the technical exercise, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in
compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competencybased assessments. The person appointed to this position will be subjected to
a security clearance, the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract. The department reserves the right not to make an
appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. The incumbents will execute duties at a Sub/Antarctic Base (Marion Island) and adhere to the health, safety, and environmental
requirements. The successful applicants will spend a full year (April 2024 to May 2025) at Marion Island. There is no option to return to South Africa before
May 2025. The ability to work and live with small groups of people is thus essential. Although the base is well-equipped with e-mail, fax and satellite
telephone facilities, the applicant has to be self-sufficient and self-motivated. The location may affect both the physical and mental well-being of the
incumbent, their family and close relationships. Candidates must be physically fit, mentally strong and prepared for physically challenging and satisfying work.
In addition, the successful candidates may often be called upon to work long hours in extreme conditions on duties unrelated to their function. Short-listed
candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment. Appointment to these positions is subject to a
rigorous medical examination as well as psychometric assessment, which will be arranged for at no cost to the applicants.

POST 35/21 : FIELD ASSISTANTS: SEABIRDS MARION ISLAND REF NO: OC26/2023 (X2 POSTS)
(Approximately Fifteen Months Contract)
SALARY : R241 485 per annum, (plus 37% lieu in benefits)
CENTRE : Marion Island

REQUIREMENT

A relevant BSc Degree in Natural and Biological science or equivalent qualification. A BSc (Hons) or higher degree will be advantageous as there
may be scope to collect data towards a further degree (e.g. MSc). Experience in field surveys, research administration, data collection and management,
bird’s identification & handling, report writing and recording. Must have good attention to detail and be meticulous in data collection and demonstrate
experience to conduct scientific monitoring relating to seabirds to a high standard. Must be self-motivated and able to work at a remote place away from
family and friends with minimal supervision

DUTIES

Undertake biological research, fieldwork and monitoring according to a workplan as devised by the project managers. Make day-to-day decisions
about work priorities and fieldwork protocols. Maintain accurate records of the work and computer databases of the work. Regularly report to and update the
project manager on progress of the project. The applicants must have determination, physical fitness, and the ability to work under harsh
environmental conditions subject to extremes of weather; a desire to work with animals, including handling of seabird adults and chicks, which require
empathy for the birds. Successful applicants will spend a full year (April 2024 to May 2025) at Marion Island. Note that there is no option to return before the
end of the expedition, once you land at the island. The well-equipped new base station has full e-mail, fax and satellite telephone facilities.

ENQUIRIES : Leshia Visagie at 082 447 9302, Makhudu Masotla at 079 220 8888,
Azwianewi Makhado at 082 377 3088)

All the best with your applications