Office Manager: Office of the Chief Financial Officer

South African National Biodiversity Institute; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 397 000 - 457 000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in South Africa is seeking an Administrative Officer to support the Chief Financial Officer. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Office Management or Public Administration, with at least 4 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include managing financial matters, coordinating office projects, and providing logistical support. The role offers a competitive salary package and encourages applications from persons with disabilities.

Qualifications

• 4 years of work experience in the relevant field.
• Project management training/courses (added advantage).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate financial, budget, procurement, and compliance matters.
• Manage office-related projects for the Chief Financial Officer.
• Provide logistical support and secretarial services.

Skills

Extensive experience in managing the office of the senior executive

Understanding of the Public Finance Management Act and National Treasury Regulations

Planning and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent computer literacy and experience with MS Office tools

Valid driver’s licence

Education

Degree in Office Management or Public Administration

Postgraduate qualification at NQF 8

Tools

MS Word

MS Project

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Reference Number: AFIN/002/2025

SANBI offers a basic annual salary of R397 116.00 plus 37% in lieu of benefits.

SANBI is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly-motivated, dedicated, professional and responsible individual to provide administrative, logistical, financial, and professional services, including project and event-related services, to the office of the Chief Financial Officer.

This position requires a degree in Office Management, Public Administration or equivalent qualification at NQF 7. Postgraduate qualification or equivalent qualification at NQF 8 will be an added advantage. This position also requires 4 years of work experience in the relevant field.

Key Competencies

• Extensive experience in managing the office of the senior executive.
• Understanding of the Public Finance Management Act requirements and National Treasury Regulations.
• Ability to maintain sound interpersonal relations and to work in a methodical manner.
• Project management training/courses and comprehensive experience in formal project management implementation methodologies (added advantage).
• Excellent business management skills, planning, organising, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; report writing skills; people management skills.
• Excellent computer literacy and experience with software tools: MS Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet, Outlook.
• Valid driver’s licence with at least one year of practical driving experience and willingness to travel.

Key Performance Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage financial, budget, procurement, and compliance-related matters to support the Office of the Chief Financial Officer and Director SCM and Asset Management.
• Coordinate office-related projects and programs for the Office of the Chief Financial Officer.
• Provide logistical support and secretarial services to the Office of the Chief Financial Officer.

Application Process

1. Only online applications will be accepted and applications must be accompanied by a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered, 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 012002 5350 for any queries related to seeking clarity on this position.