SCIENTIST PRODUCTION ORNITHOLOGIST REF: DSRAC 01/06/2026

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.

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. ENQURIES : MS. G. Morcom Tel No: 043 743 0686 – East London Museum (EL) e- Recruitment Technical Enquiries – [email protected]

Ms X Nazo Tel no 046 602 2300.

can be submitted via hand delivery/courier or email to the: Frere Tertiary Hospital - Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office, Frere Hospital, Amalinda Main Road, East London, 5200 Enquiries: Ms N Mthitshana Tel no: 043 709 2487/2532 Livingstone Tertiary Hospital - Post to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Private Bag x, Korsten, Gqeberha, 6014 or Hand deliver to Nurses Home, 2nd Floor, Standford Road, and Korsten, Gqeberha, 6001. Enquiries: Ms L Mabanga Tel no 041 405 2348 Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital - Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office, Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital, Nelson Mandela Drive, Mthatha 5099.

Applications must be posted on the new Z83 Form, a comprehensive CV, indicating three reference persons: Name and Contact Numbers, A relationship with reference. Applicants are only required to submit a Z83 form and a comprehensive CV. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents (copies of Qualification(s) inclusive of Matric certificate, Identity document, Proof of registration, proof of citizenship if not RSA citizen) on or before the day of the interview following communication from HR. 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. Applicants must note that further Personnel Suitability checks will be conducted on short-listed candidates and that their appointment is subject to the outcome of these checks which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal record checks. Reference checks will be done on nominated candidate(s). If you have not been contacted by the Department of Health within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. We thank all applicants for their interest. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply for these posts.

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