SCIENTIST PRODUCTION ORNITHOLOGIST People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This is re-advertised. Those who have already applied, need not reapply.

Reference Number: DSRAC 01/06/2026

Department: Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture

Job Type: Permanent

Directorate: MUSEUMS

Chief Directorate: MUSEUMS & HERITAGE

Programme: PROG. 2

Salary Level: OSD

Remuneration: R 791 604 – R 849 525 (OSD) all inclusive

Location: EL MUSEUM - EAST LONDON

Closing Date: Friday, July 10, 2026

Job Description

Knowledge of public service regulations, legislations/ policies/ prescripts and procedures, and of National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act. Knowledge of collection management standards for natural science museums. Knowledge of natural science, Ornithology, in particular. Understanding of the scientific method.  Computer knowledge including database and MSOffice packages. Programme and project management. Communication skills.  Report writing skills. People management skills. Customer and client-orientated approach.

Requirements

National Senior Certificate and currently registered for a
M. Sc. Degree in Natural Science with a minimum of three (3) years relevant
experience in a natural science environment. An M. Sc. or PhD will be
considered an added advantage. Registration with the South African Council of
Natural Scientific Professionals (SACNASP) as a professional Natural Scientist,
or proof of intention to register with SACNASP. Knowledge of public service
regulations, legislations/ policies/ prescripts and procedures, and of National
Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act. Knowledge of collection management
standards for natural science museums. Knowledge of natural science,
Ornithology, in particular. Understanding of the scientific method.  Computer knowledge including database and
MSOffice packages. Programme and project management. Communication skills.  Report writing skills. People management
skills. Customer and client-orientated approach. A valid driving licence.

Duties

Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and
procedures for the Ornithology Collection. Identify gaps and develop
appropriate interventions. Monitor and evaluate programme performance. Develop
working relations with a diverse client base. Create public awareness of the
science system. Provide scientific data, information and advice as requested.
Review scientific publications.  Gather
and interpret data, perform scientific analyses, evaluate results and
disseminate information. Apply appropriate scientific models to generate
information and knowledge.  Formulate
proposals and compile reports. 
Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and
procedures. Literature studies to improve expertise. Present research findings
through exhibitions, educational programmes and publications.  Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on
science-related matters.  Mentor, train
and develop candidate scientists and others to promote skills/knowledge
transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of
practice. 

More Information

ENQ. MS. G. MORCOM – 043 743 0686 – EAST LONDON MUSEUM (EL)
e- Recruitment Technical Enquiries – [email protected]

Applications must be CV and a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021). The e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. The Z83 Form is populated with the information provided by the user during registration. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae with a minimum of three referees stating the following details: full name, contactable numbers and a relationship with reference. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents to HR on or before the interview date. Applicants with foreign qualifications will be required to submit an evaluation from South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) on or before the interview day. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification).

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months.