South African Weather Services

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Forecasting Internships

THE SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE is offering the following Bursaries
and Internships for the following for 2025

A) Forecasting Internships
B) BSC (Hons) Meteorology

Register as a user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies to
apply for the above position and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of
qualifications).

Enquiries should be directed to Mr. Lukhanyo Ziwele (012 367 6214), Training1@weathersa.co.za

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within a month after the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.

NB. For interview purposes applicants should please quote the specific reference mentioned for each
of the different qualifications.

Closing date: 04 November 2024

DETAILS
A) FORECASTING INTERNSHIP
(REF.WFI/10/2025),
is offering Internships for study

The South African Weather Service invites graduates who are in possession of an honours degree in
Meteorology or Atmospheric sciences with at least mathematics on second year university level and physical sciences on first year university level to apply for a one-year training internship in forecasting at the head office of the South African Weather Service in Pretoria. The qualification must also include the required dynamical courses as prescribed by the World Meteorological Organization (must be BIP-M compliant or near compliant (WMO-1083 version 2023). This course will start in February 2025.

The following must accompany the application:

• A certified copy of Matric results
• A certified copy of the full academic record to prove the subject choice at the university
  where applicable
• A certified copy of SA identity document
• A CV
• Motivation Letter
• A certified copy of the different degrees

The following will serve as recommendations:

• Good interpersonal relations
• A basic level of computer literacy

BSC: HONS METEOROLOGY Bursary

(REF.HONS: 01/10/2025)
is offering Bursary for study

THE SOUTH AFRICAN WEATHER SERVICE
is offering bursaries for study towards the following:
Bachelor of Science on hons level in meteorology

Applicants that have a letter of confirmation from the university to study BSC hons in meteorology may
apply. Applicants that are already registered with the university must provide proof of registration.

The following must accompany the application:

• A certified copy of Matric results
• A certified copy of the academic record to prove the subject choice at the university.
• A certified copy of the BSc degree if available.
• A certified copy of SA identity document
• A testimonial
• Motivation Letter

The following will serve as recommendations:

• Good interpersonal relations
• A basic level of computer literacy

Regional Manager: Gauteng, Limpopo & Mpumalanga

Salary: Negotiable
Centre: Centurion
(Ref: WS18/102024)

Job summary:
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) seeks to appoint a suitable candidate for the
position of Regional Manager responsible for Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga region. The
Region comprises of five (5) remote offices, two (2) in the Limpopo region (Polokwane and
Thohoyandou), two (2) in Mpumalanga (Nelspruit and Ermelo) and one in Gauteng (Irene). A
Regional Manager is responsible for the effective implementation of SAWS strategic,
organisational, and divisional objectives, through optimal management of the allocated
region’s infrastructure and resources. Work with the relevant stakeholders to ensure the
widest possible reach of weather and climate solutions.

Key Performance Areas
Products, Service Delivery/Infrastructure maintenance:

• Develop annual plans to achieve regional objectives of ensuring updated and reliable
  meteorological solutions.
• Determine customer requirements to ensure that the region provides products and
  services that meet the needs of the users.
• Oversee the effective distribution of the information to clients and consumers to
  ensure accurate distribution of information.
• Monitor the data management system to ensure adherence to the latest development
  for climate services and trends and quality control of the climate services data and
  information.
• Ensure optimal installation and maintenance of SAWS observation and monitoring
  infrastructure in the region.
• Monitor regional infrastructure up-time and oversee the monitoring of quality data to
  ensure the infrastructure is running optimally.

Innovation, Internal Business Processes and Revenue Generation:

• Together with the Commercial Department identify opportunities to promote the
  SAWS’ products and services in line with the Integrated Services Strategy and SAWS
  APP targets.
• Analyse current techniques and technologies used in the collection and processing of
  data to ensure the best practices are used and applied consistently across the board.
• Together with the ICT, Technical Services, and other regions introduce processes to
  improve efficiency in the technical sections.
• Continuously monitor and track commercial projects to ensure sustainable revenue
  streams.
• Ensure stakeholder engagement surveys are undertaken as part of market analysis and
  to identify potential opportunities for new product development/service delivery as
  well as high levels of customer satisfaction.

Administration, Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure the development of the relevant Standard Operating Procedures, and that the
  regional employees are well inducted on these, have easy access to them and comply
  accordingly.
• Analyse and Interpret regional performance through monitoring, and evaluation and
  where applicable implement corrective actions.
• Oversee the data collection function of the Office Supervisors to ensure conformance
  to standard operating procedures, regulations and quality controls.
• Ensure regional compliance with applicable legislation and regulations e.g., business
  continuity plans, International DRR Standards, Occupational Health and Safety, WMO
  and ISO standards, ICAO, and etc.
• Monitor the Risk Register and ensure the implementation of identified risks mitigation
  actions.
• Together with the SHEQ and Facilities team, manage the maintenance and protection
  of the SAWS buildings and facilities/grounds.
• Manage and keep records of the region’s contract agreements. Together with the
  Facilities and Legal team ensure that the lease agreements for the regional offices and
  infrastructure sites are reviewed annually and where applicable, the Supply Chain
  Management process is followed in time to renew the leases or conclude new
  agreements.
• Participate in various regional audits and ensure that all audit findings are addressed.
• Perform any other tasks as delegated by the Executive Management team.
• Oversee and monitor assets (including equipment, fleet, etc) within the region.
• Manage the region’s opex and capex allocated budget; continuously monitor budget
  spending and where possible, introduce mitigation measures to minimize any
  under/overspending, and provide financial projections for the region.
• Participate in various SCM committees, e.g Bid Evaluation Committee, Bid Specification
  Committee, etc.
• Prepare Bid specification documentation for the procurement of specialised regional
  infrastructure/equipment.
• Negotiate contract agreements with landowners for SAWS’ infrastructure sites.
• Ensure proper implementation of SAWS policies, (e.g leave policy, performance
  management, disciplinary policy, and etc).
• Prepare reports on regional activities for submission to relevant internal stakeholders,
  i.e Executive, EXCO etc

People, Culture and Values

• Effectively lead and manage the Regional teams to ensure that they are motivated to
  deliver on the SAWS mandate within the allocated resources.
• Promote a culture and practices that reflect the SAWS values and manage the team’s
  performance.
• Determine human resource requirements taking into consideration operational needs,
  resource capability and any other relevant factors.
• Identify and implement programmes aimed at improving the Employee Value
  Proposition to attract and retain talented employees.
• Ensure that skills transfer and development within the region happen through
  formal/informal training, coaching and mentoring.
• Monitor the well-being of employees, and where necessary, refer employees for
  adequate professional assistance.
• Encourage teamwork within the region, and with other regional offices

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with the EXCO Team, SAWS management, and all other stakeholders in an
  effort to deliver the SAWS mandate.
• Develop and implement public awareness programmes for all the local communities
  and ensure implementations.
• Establish regional strategic partnerships and identify areas of co-operation with
  institutions of similar interests through MoU’s or SLA.
• Present at various stakeholder strategic meetings.

Minimum Requirements and Attributes:

• A BSc (Hons) or Post-Graduate Diploma in Atmospheric Sciences or Meteorology
  (NQF 8) or any other related qualification.
• At least 8 years’ experience within the Meteorological Environment.
• Three years in a management or supervisory role.
• A leadership/management qualification would be an added advantage

Closing Date: 01 November 2024

Support Administrator

Salary total package: Negotiable
Centre: Centurion
(Ref. WS19/102024)

Job Summary:

• Monitor communication links and data flow as well as operational computer processes and
  maintain computer networks, LAN, WAN and Internet.
• Monitor Daily, weekly and monthly back up of the servers by compiling reports on a weekly
  status of backups and execute advanced administration functions on operational servers.
• Leading the operational support of weather observation and forecasting activities in
  obtaining missing data, also leading in the planning of hardware and software, network
  equipment and printer installation.
• Leading and monitoring end-user technical support, planning and implementation of security
  procedures and testing new system and application as well as their rollout.
• Configuring of Microsoft and Linux servers.
• Provide second level maintenance and administration of specialized System. E.g. Radar
  communication and Aviation Display system and Meteorological switching system.
• From time-to-time Configuration of routers and firewall

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide assistance to staff on technical computing issues.
• Maintain account holder details
• Make regular updates of virus protection, software and operating systems
• Troubleshoot any reported problems
• Keeping the network up and running.
• Maintenance of network facilities in individual machines, such as drivers and settings of
  personal computers as well as printers.
• Create and maintain email accounts for staff.
• Implement new projects as stated in the strategic plan of the institution.
• Install GPRS systems for most managers
• Provide support, via phone, to internal end users on variety of computer issues as related to
  both computer software and computer and related hardware.
• Install and maintain networks / LAN’s
• Install desktop computers and servers.
• Linking workstations to the servers of different Network Operating Systems
• Report faulty lines for clients to Telkom for repairs
• Install, configure and troubleshoot Internet connections
• Make hardware and software upgrade recommendations.

Required Minimum Education/Training:
Grade 12 with Certificate in Information Technology
Knowledge of UNIX or Linux
Code EB or Code 08 (without endorsements)
No International Travel Restrictions

Required Minimum Work Experience:
1 year’s experience in an IT environment, performing network Administration

Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required

• Consulting
• Relationship building
• Mentoring
• Leadership
• Assurance
• Compliance
• Diligence
• Efficiency
• Effectiveness
• Honesty
• Integrity
• Mutual Respect
• Open Communication
• Positive Work Ethic
• Professionalism
• Fault-finding
• Problem-solving
• Documentation
• Reporting
• Quality Control of Meteorological Data

Additional requirements

• Must be willing to be on stand-by as instructed as well as for

1. Operational emergencies and crisis situations,
2. Special project completion

Closing Date: 28 November 2024

Supervisor: Acquisition

Salary total package: Negotiable
Centre: Supply Chain Management
(Ref. WS17/102024)

Job Summary:
To effectively and efficiently supervise Acquisition Management Department to render the
procurement of goods and services within Supply Chain Management (SCM) in line with business needs
Key Performance Areas:

• Manage and monitor the execution of the procurements in accordance with Procurement Plan
  and Demand Plan to ensure compliance to National Treasury regulations.
• Ensure that acquisition process is sound and in compliance SCM Legal Framework before
  advert.
• Coordinate, review and execute the bidding process
• Provide advice and conduct market analysis as and when required
• Monitor and oversee requests for prices quotations including its evaluation of suppliers before
  award
• Advise and lead on all aspects of the work and provide continuous guidance to prospective
  bidders and User Departments on acquisition process
• Implement effective measures to combat fraud and corruption controls.
• Assist in developing and improving SCM policies and procedures.

Required Minimum Education/Training:

• National Diploma in Logistics / Supply Chain Management/Procurement or equivalent (NQF
  6)
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics / Supply Chain Management/Procurement or equivalent (NQF
  7) will be an added advantage
• CIPS or any other equivalent organisation will be an added advantage

Technical and Behavioral Competencies Required Technical
Knowledge and understanding of:

• Supply Chain Management
• Process Analysis & Improvement
• Quality Control Methods
• Customer Relations
• Computer skills
• Project Management
• Reporting
• Financial Skills and Knowledge of Treasury prescripts, PPPFA is essential
• Knowledge of Total Quality Management
• National Treasury CSD Knowledge
• Procurement
• Supervisory
• Reporting
• Coordination

Behavioral

• Analytical Thinking
• Innovation
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Accuracy
• Customer Focused
• Ethical
• Deadline Driven
• Multi-tasking
• Analysitcal and logical thinking
• Planning and Organising
• Team work
• High Integrity
• Problem solving

Closing Date: 23 October 2024

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