The South African Weather Service Jobs – 22 July 2026

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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Water and Environmental Affairs and is governed by a Board of Directors. The company became a public entity on 15 July 2001 in terms of the South African Weather Service Act (No. 8 of 2001). It is an authoritative voice for weather and climate forecasting in South Africa and as a member of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) it complies with international meteorological standards.

As an Aviation Meteorological Authority, SAWS is designated by the state to provide weather services to the aviation industry, marine and a range of other identified clients and to fulfil a range of international obligations of the government of South Africa. SAWS is also the official provider of weather and climate information for the South African public and for commerce.

Senior Manager: Communication & Stakeholder

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of Forestry,
Fisheries, and the Environment (DFFE) and is governed by a Board. The organisation is an authoritative
voice for weather and climate related services in South Africa and is a member of the World
Meteorological Organisation (WMO) to fulfil a range of international obligations of the government.
South African Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be a Weather and Climate Centre of Excellence
providing innovative solutions to ensure a weather-smart region, sustainable development, and
economic growth.

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is therefore seeking to appoint an efficient and enthusiastic
person to undertake the role of:
Senior Manager: Communication & Stakeholder
Relations
Paterson Grade: D4
TCTC Salary range:
R 993 248– R 1 319 027
Centre: Centurion
Ref. WS02/072026)

Job Summary:
To develop and implement the SAWS’ overall communications strategy in line with the organisation’s
mandate. The role is responsible for, among other things, providing specialist communications
related advice, improving SAWS’ corporate identity, brand positioning and producing a wide range of
on and offline messaging that promotes the SAWS mandate and enhances its reputation.

Communication

• Managing the dissemination of the SAWS related information through various
  communication platforms including both print and electronic media, the SAWS website,
  social media, press conferences, various publications, and so forth.
• Identify local and international opportunities to position SAWS as the authoritative voice for
  weather-related warnings, as well as the provider of world class marine, aviation, air quality
  and climate services.
• To coordinate, facilitate and oversee SAWS’ participation in the WMO and in other key
  national and global programs.
• Develop and implement robust interactive and internal communication programmes that
  foster employee engagement e.g., newsletters; staff announcements, staff meetings and
  frequent CEO messages, education and topical issues and feedback mechanisms.

SAWS Branding

• To develop strategies and related programs aimed at growing the SAWS’ brand internally
  through employee-targeted communication and externally through various initiatives.
• Manage non-spoken communication (photographs, illustrations, infographics, and general
  branding) while ensuring that all key communication documents and touch points are of a high
  quality and are regularly updated.
• Identify target audiences, appropriate messaging, and measure success of actions in terms of the
  SAWS’ brand awareness.
• Together with the Human Capital Management department, identify and implement
  programmes aimed at communicating the SAWS’ Employee Value Proposition.

Annual Report

• Manage the SAWS annual reporting process from layout and design, collating reports from various
  contributors within the SAWS’ divisions, sourcing the appropriate visuals and editing the reports.
• Sourcing of the service provider to produce the annual report and managing the relevant
  contract and the Service Level Agreement
• Ensure timeous delivery of the annual report to Parliament and other relevant stakeholders.

People Management

• Effectively lead and manage the department by maintaining a motivated team to deliver on
  the SAWS mandate within the allocated resources.
• Promote a culture and practices that reflect the SAWS values.

Stakeholder Management

• Develop and implement stakeholder relations programmes.
• Develop a crisis management strategy.
• Assist in building and maintaining effective relations with the organisation’s various
  stakeholders.
• Develop/ build and maintain relationships with representatives from national, regional, and
  international media outlets.
• Liaise with the Regulators, DFFE, DEA, Portfolio Committee, AGSA, National Treasury and other
  stakeholders as mandated.
• Create an effective stakeholder liaison network by, among other things, attending local
  community organisation meetings that are served by the company.
• Maintain an updated stakeholder database. Required Minimum Education / Training.

Required Minimum Education / Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications/Public Relations or equivalent.
• A relevant post-Graduate qualification would be an advantage.

Required Minimum Knowledge and Work Experience

• At least 8 years in Communications/Public Relations, with a proven track record in developing
  and delivering brand, media and communications strategies which result in increased
  awareness amongst target audiences.
• Experience in working with digital technology
• At least two years’ experience in a public sector
• Proven track record in building and leading highly successful and motivated teams
• Stakeholder relations management
• At least 3 years management experience

Technical and Behavioral Competencies Required

Technical Behavioral

• Media and conference management
• Good verbal communication and
  interpersonal skills, including public
  speaking, media liaison and diplomacy
  skills
• Ability to create and maintain
  relationships with the media.
• Excellent writing skills
• Knowledge of industry standards, best
  practices, and trends in the discipline.

Technical Behavioral

• Leadership
• Research and Creative Thinking
• Influencing and Negotiation Skills
• Networking and Collaboration
• Results driven
• Problem Solving
• Excellent Communication skills (Written and
  verbal/ presentation skills)
• Maintaining confidentiality
• Ability to work after hours

Please Note:
Register as 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 for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Ms Thembisa Bixa, at Tel. (012)
367 6208.

Closing Date: 24 July 2026
This is an EE position, and preference will be given to people living with disabilities, African, Coloured,
and Indian Females. The South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.
Correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. Candidates who have not been
contacted within 3 months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful.

Record Reference HCM-ADVERT- (Ref. WS02/072026)

Senior Logistics Officer

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of
Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and is governed by a Board. The organisation
is an authoritative voice for weather and climate related services in South Africa and is a
member of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) to fulfil a range of international
obligations of the government. South African Weather Service (SAWS) strives to be a Weather
and Climate Centre of Excellence providing innovative solutions to ensure a weather-smart
region, sustainable development and economic growth.

Senior LogisticsOfficer
Paterson Grade: C3
Salary total package: R354 136 – R477 773
Centre: Centurion
(Ref. WS03/072026)

Job summary: To ensure effective and efficient Logistics and Inventory Management services
to the organization while ensuring compliance in order to manage risk.

Key Performance Areas:
Logistics Management

• Receive requisitions with quotations and relevant documents received from the Acquisition Unit
  properly checked for compliance with SCM policies and procedures.
• Purchase orders generated accurately on the ERP System, approved as per delegated authority,
  and copies mailed to suppliers/service providers (after checking/approval by supervisors)
  ensured.
• Receive goods and check against original purchase orders and in event of technical goods ensure
  that it is checked by the end user as well.
• Capturing invoices for goods and services received on the ERP system.
• Follow up on outstanding orders with suppliers/service providers, and the informing of internal
  stakeholders on the delivery status of goods ensured

Inventory Management

• Stock Requisitions checked for compliance and accurately captured on the ERP system.
• The correctly issuing out of stock from the requisition and bin card in the warehouse.
• Manage and maintain the issue and receipt register.

Capturing Invoices

• Receive and capture signed and approved tax Invoices and supplier evaluations received for
• goods delivered checked for compliance and correlation with the suppliers’ quotation and
• Purchase order.
• Tax Invoice accurately captured on the ERP System.
• Documents prepared and sent to Supervisor for reviewing/checking.

Records Management and Reporting

• Proper recordkeeping and filing in Logistics always ensured.
• Accurate weekly/ monthly and quarterly reporting as required provided timeously (Commitment
  and inventory report).

Required Minimum Education / Training

• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Purchase Management, Logistics Management,
• Finance (NQF6) or equivalent.
• Supply Chain Management Membership/Professional Affiliation Preferred.

Required Minimum Work Experience

• A minimum of 2 years of purchasing experience.
• A minimum of 3 years ‘relevant experience in Public Sector Supply Chain Procurement, with 2
  years in ordering and advanced excel experience.
• Code 8 or 10 driver’s license and must be able to drive.

Technical and Behavioral Competencies Required
Technical
Knowledge and understanding of:

• Excel
• Word
• ERP System
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication

Behavioral

• Compliance
• Diligence
• Efficiency
• Honesty

Living SAWS Values

• Integrity
• Collaboration
• Solution-orientated science
• Passion for service excellence

Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Ms. Portia Takalani, at Tel.
(012) 367 6764.

Register as 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).

Closing Date: 03 August 2026

ImportantInformation for Applicants:

• Recruitment agency submissions will not be considered.
• Applications must include a CV in PDF format.

Preference will be given to People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targets. This is
an EE-designated position, and preference will be given to African males and females, Indian
males and females, and Coloured females. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed
candidates only. Candidates who have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing
date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The South
African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.

We wish you all the best with your appliocations