Pretoria: Principal Technician: GIS – Ecosystem Accounting posted by South African National Biodiversity Institute

SANBI offers basic annual salary of R397 116.00 plus 37% in lieu of benefits Reference Number: Eco-DRR/2026/006 The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a self-motivated and professional individual to provide technical GIS support related to ecosystem accounts and other spatial analysis in support of the Ecosystem-based Disaster Risk Reduction (Eco-DRR) Project and support the development of Natural Capital Accounts (NCA)-related knowledge products. This position requires a degree in Environmental, Natural sciences or equivalent qualification with NQF 7. A post-graduate qualification in Environmental, Natural sciences or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 4 years of work experience in relevant field of which 1 year experience in procurement, logistical, records and stores management, project and event management is required. The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position: Expected to travel; Valid drivers licence; excellent verbal and written communication skills and creativity and innovation. Key performance responsibilities include the following: Source, generate, integrate, and manage spatial and non-spatial data to support ecosystem accounting and related analyses; Undertake spatial analysis related to ecosystem accounting and spatial and non-spatial data analysis Support technical and spatial knowledge products development and translation; and Facilitate human capital development within the sub-directorate. Please note: Only online applications will be accepted and applications must be accompanied by 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). A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process. Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees. 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. 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.