SABS Vacancies

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1. Specialist: Database Administration
2. Manager: Stakeholder Relations
3. Supervisor: Revenue Management
4. Graduate Programme
5. Manager: Laboratory Services Mining and Minerals
6. Project Manager

Specialist: Database Administration

Closing Date	2024/05/27
Reference Number	SAB240515-2
Job Title	Specialist: Database Administration
Job Type	Permanent
Branch	Corporate Services
Division	ICT and Knowledge Management
Department	ICT Infrastructure
Job Grade	D2
Number of Positions	1
Location – Town / City	Pretoria
Location – Province	Gauteng
Location – Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category	IT
Job Advert Summary	Purpose StatementDevelop, design and implement and maintain activities related to the SABS database environment by resolving internal and external queries timeously thereby ensuring that SABS ICT resources are always available.About SABSThe South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.Please note that application received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements	Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in ICT, IS, Computer science or related field (NQF Level 7)MCSE: Data Platforms Certification is essential Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate is essentialInformation Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Foundation Certification is preferred
Duties and Responsibilities	Functional ManagementDevelop and implement a strategic blueprint to follow when deploying databases within the SABS environment.Provide maintenance and support services to SABS database systems to ensure that database systems are fully operational and functioning as required.Provide reporting and ETL services as required by the business.Report, track and resolve all database system failures.Install new or rebuild existing databases in accordance with standards and operational requirements.Install and configure systems as per best practice in the market place and in compliance with the database system baselines of the SABS.Perform daily systems monitoring, verifying the integrity and availability of all databases, systems and key processes.Review system and application logs.Provide tier two and three and other support per requests from the ticketing system by investigating and troubleshooting issues both remotely and on site.Apply systems patches and upgrades on a regular basis and upgrade administrative tools and utilities.Configure or add new services as required.Ensure database systems are continuously optimized for performance.Implement data system installations, configurations and maintenance in line with approved ICT policies and proceduresContribute to and maintain system standards plan and design audits to assess and address risks and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation.Prepare technical documentations and reports on the operation of systems and applications as required.Repair and recover database systems from hardware or software failures and data loss incidents.Manage database security as per the SABS standard operating procures. Risk and Compliance ManagementAssist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risksSupport and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.Maintain quality risk management standards in line with regulatory requirements.Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.Stakeholder ManagementBuild and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.Convene and attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.Follow up on unresolved queries and complaints where required.Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required for tender requests.Provide subject-matter advocacy and expertise to all relevant stakeholders.Manage internal and external relationships to ensure that ICT database administration best practices are implemented across the organisation.

Manager: Stakeholder Relations

Closing Date	2024/05/27
Reference Number	SAB240514-1
Job Title	Manager: Stakeholder Relations
Job Type	Permanent
Branch	Office of the CEO
Division	Office of the CEO
Department	Corporate Strategy
Job Grade	D3
Number of Positions	1
Location – Town / City	Pretoria
Location – Province	Gauteng
Location – Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category	Management
Job Advert Summary	Purpose StatementTo implement and manage the overall corporate strategy, processes and business plan for the Stakeholder Relations unit, including good governance, stakeholder engagement and fairness in stakeholder development frameworks and protocols that are in line with the overarching strategy and plan for the division. About SABSThe South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.Please note that application received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements	Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in Stakeholder Relations, International Relations, International Studies or a related field (NQF Level 7)10 years relevant work experience in Stakeholder Relations3 years management experience
Duties and Responsibilities	Operational ManagementContribute towards the development of a strategy for the Stakeholder Relations department and alignment of this strategy to the plan for the division overall.Develop a Centre of Excellence to balance technical know-how with customer/stakeholder requirements.Ensure productivity is measured effectively against set objectives.Ensure that Stakeholder Relations achieve set objectives and that corrective actions are taken where the operational objectives are not achieved.Put measures into place to improve productivity.Develop and execute the Stakeholder Relations Operational Plan to meet capacity and requirements.Manage and ensure the timeous delivery of required reports.Functional ManagementReview and monitor plans for all projects, programmes and specific portfolios in consultation with relevant stakeholders and ensure that they are delivered within the agreed parameters and time frames.Provide relevant input on stakeholder relations in the corporate plan and relevant Board Sub-Committees.Coordinate and manage projects, programmes and specific portfolios which relate to Stakeholder Relations including the resolution of stakeholder queries and challenges in a timely manner.Identify improvement opportunities and ensure the continuous improvement of processes and procedures to support business optimization.Develop and strengthen formalised multi-stakeholder collaborative regional, national and international networks.Secure strategic stakeholder partnerships for the purpose of sustainability.Seek and coordinate network opportunities to support the organisational stakeholder strategy.Liaise with all spheres of government, business, tertiary institutions, and internal partners in building the SABS brand.Risk and Compliance Management Ensure the mitigation of risk through the identification and application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementation of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.Responsible for the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with regulatory requirements.Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and Accreditation and regulatory requirements.Drive the implementation of compliance with policies aimed at strengthening the SABS brand and stakeholder interface.Oversee the maintenance and enforcement of related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.Monitor changes in legislation and the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.Ensure adherence in the team to all, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the span of control.Financial Management Provide input in the planning and compilation of the annual budget aligned to the tactical delivery plans to support the implementation of set objectives.Ensure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the budget, and mitigate and report on any variances.Ensure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the budget.People Management Proactively manage all direct reports in order to ensure that the strategic objectives for the division is met.Maintain excellent human capital performance through employee empowerment, skills development and retention and succession planning within the team.Maintain an environment where employees respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all processes, procedures and practices.Manage and lead Stakeholder Relations by providing clarity of vision; prioritising resources; facilitating alignment of the team; managing non-performance, driving a customer-centric performance culture, setting appropriate KPA’s and ensure the cascading thereof throughout Stakeholder Relations and driving their achievement; inspiring commitment; encouraging mutual support; and enabling development opportunitiesImplement a learning culture within scope of control.Drive performance management in line with the SABS policy within the team, and address performance challenges and develop subordinates to meet the expected performance standards.Be the change champion for all Stakeholder Relations-wide change, culture and diversity projects and programmesStakeholder ManagementLiaise between SABS and any relevant regulatory bodies.Identify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.Convene and attend meetings and present performance and business related information to relevant stakeholders when required.Manage and resolve operational complaints through timeous resolution and/or escalation as requiredProvide technical support and advocacy on Stakeholder Relations related matters to the organisationProvide support for disputes and appeals when required.

Supervisor: Revenue Management

Closing Date	2024/05/27
Reference Number	SAB240514-2
Job Title	Supervisor: Revenue Management
Job Type	Permanent
Branch	Finance
Division	Finance
Department	Financial Reporting
Job Grade	C4
Number of Positions	1
Location – Town / City	Pretoria
Location – Province	Gauteng
Location – Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Diploma | Advanced Certificate
Job Category	Finance
Job Advert Summary	Purpose StatementTo ensure that the Revenue business unit is supervised appropriately in line with organisational and other statutory requirements in order to ensure good financial Management and control.About SABSThe South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.Please note that application received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements	National Diploma / Diploma in Accounting (NQF Level 6)B Degree in Accounting is an Added Advantage (NQF Level 7)5 years relevant work experience witihn Billing, Revenue Management and Finance environments2 years supervision experience
Duties and Responsibilities	Functional ManagementSupervise the Revenue Management business unit and ensure that it contributes to the achievement of business objectives.Implement the organisational and business unit strategy.Manage operations effectively to deliver services within timelines and prescribed quality through effective resource Management.Develop and implement business unit processes and schedules to deliver quality services efficiently.Develop and drive a business plan for the business unit in line with the overall organisational strategy.Monitor and continuously evaluate progress of the business unit’s achievements against the strategic objectives.Ensure the drive of continuous improvement activities.Provide timely operational management information that will guide senior leaders to drive revenue growth.Proactively identify opportunities (or challenges) to meet revenue targets.Implement and maintain Revenue Management systems, policies and procedures.Ensure that proof of payment is recorded on the works order to enable commencement of work/jobs.Perform system month-end closure process on ERP such as running integrities, exceptions and system reports.Ensure accurate information, schedules and disclosure are provided for preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and review the financial statement to ensure that the information and disclosure relating to business unit is accurately captured.Risk and ComplianceEnsure the mitigation of the business unit’s risk profile through the application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and  compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risksResponsible for the coordination and maintenance of quality risk Management in line with ISO/SANS, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirementsSupport and provide evidence to all internal and external audit, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.Oversee the maintenance and enforcement of related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.Ensure adherence in the team to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.Ensure compliance with all tax legislation governing billing customers.Financial ManagementProvide input in the planning and compilation of the division’s annual budget aligned to the strategic delivery plans to support the implementation of set objectives.Ensure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the business unit’s budget, and mitigate and report on any variances.Ensure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the business unit budget.People ManagementProactively manage all resources in order to ensure that the operational plans are effectively executed.Maintain excellent human capital performance through employee empowerment, skills development and retention and succession planning within the team.Maintain an environment where employees respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all processes, procedures and practices.Manage and lead the business unit by providing clarity of vision; prioritising resources; facilitating alignment of the team; setting high expectations; inspiring commitment; encouraging mutual support; and enabling development opportunities.Contribute to diversity Management initiatives.Implement a learning culture within scope of control.Execute performance Management in line with the SABS policy within the team, and address performance challenges and develop subordinates to meet the expected  performance standards.Stakeholder ManagementIdentify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations Management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to            Supervise  the organisation’s reputation.Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.Convene, chair and attend meetings and present performance and business-related information to relevant stakeholders when required.Actively liaise and build relationships with SABS clients and service providers so as to ensure that the service standards are met appropriately.Effectively manage customer complaint through timeous resolution and/or escalation as required. Analyze queries and develop mechanisms to proactively resolve common issues and share lessons learned across SABS.Ensure the documentation of all stakeholder engagements to ensure continuity for future engagements.Take ownership of technical queries (internal/external) for team as assigned and ensure effective resolution before deadline.Manage all formal and informal engagement forums with all partners.

Graduate Programme

Closing Date	2024/05/29
Reference Number	SAB240503-1
Job Title	GRADUATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (FIXED TERM CONTRACT – 24 MONTHS)
Job Type	Graduate Programme
Branch	Corporate Services
Division	Human Capital Management
Department	HC Centre of Excellence
Job Grade	A2
Number of Positions	60
Location – Town / City	Pretoria
Location – Province	Gauteng
Location – Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Diploma | Advanced Certificate
Job Category	Other
Job Advert Summary	About SABSWorking for the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) opens the mind to the world around you. The South African Bureau of Standards offers diverse career paths in a dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider of choice and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.Purpose StatementThe South African Bureau of Standards invites unemployed South African graduates to apply for a two (2) year Graduate Development Programme.  This programme is designed to support the successful candidate`s transition into the working environment. During the programme, the graduates will gain valuable exposure to a range of formal training and experiential learning.  The successful candidates will receive a monthly stipend of R8,000.00 for the duration of the Programme.

Manager: Laboratory Services Mining and Minerals

Closing Date	2024/05/27
Reference Number	SAB240517-2
Job Title	Manager: Laboratory Services Mining and Minerals
Job Type	Permanent
Branch	Operations
Division	Laboratory Services
Department	Mining and Minerals
Job Grade	D4
Number of Positions	1
Location – Town / City	Secunda
Location – Province	Mpumalanga
Location – Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category	Engineering
Job Advert Summary	Purpose StatementTo develop, manage and implement cluster-specific Laboratory Services activities and plans to achieve divisional and organizational objectives in cooperation with other functions of the SABS.About SABSThe South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.Please note that application received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements	Diploma + Advance Diploma / Degree in Analytical Chemistry / Mining or related scientific field (NQF Level 7)10 years industry work experience within a relevant scientific field.3 years management experience
Duties and Responsibilities	Opearational ManagementContribute towards the development of operations strategy for the Division and ensure alignment of this strategy with the plan for the cluster overall.Ensure productivity is measured effectively against set objectives to improve customer satisfaction.Manage and ensure the drive of continuous improvement activities.Manage the cluster and ensure that it contributes to the achievement of business objectivesManage operations effectively to deliver services within timelines and prescribed quality through effective resource managementUse insights gained through business information to compile reports, and metrics to measure success and inform the business decisions within area of responsibilityPut measures into place to improve productivity.Provide subject matter expertise to the organisation regarding cluster operations protocols and processes within area of specialisation.Ensure clear alignment between the actions and goals of the Laboratory Services cluster and individual laboratories within scope of control.Advise the Divisional Head on matters related to key stakeholders within scope of control as it relates to the clusterDevelop annual integrated demand plans and report to the relevant stakeholders.Functional ManagementManage the provision of Laboratory Services to support the delivery of SABS Strategic objectives.To oversee the implementation and improvement of Laboratory Services operating standards and procedures to enhance the SABS levels of quality services.Ensure the effective implementation and maintenance of the quality management systems.Ensure development, implementation and maintenance of cluster-specific technical capabilities (human and infrastructure renewal for example).Oversee the process for the acquisition, maintenance and disposal or refurbishment of laboratory assets.Develop, implement and maintain cluster-specific Laboratory Services test methods.Ensure forecasting, planning and scheduling of testing activities (sample level) in collaboration with the Programme Management Office.Collaborate effectively with relevant stakeholders to achieve divisional objectives.Collaborate with the customer partnering team in the development of new products or solutions.Risk and Compliance ManagementEnsure the mitigation of the cluster’s risk profile through the application of fraud controls and risk prevention principles and implementing of sound governance and compliance processes and tools to identify and manage risks.Manage compliance, ensuring that all SABS employees, adhere to all SABS Laboratory Services protocols.Responsible for the coordination and maintenance of quality risk management in line with ISO, Accreditation and regulatory requirements.Monitor changes in the regulatory environment and ensure that appropriate operational controls are implemented to address new requirements.Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and accreditation requirements.Oversee the maintenance and enforcement of cluster Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.Ensure adherence in the team to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the cluster.Financial ManagementProvide input in the planning and compilation of the annual budget aligned to the tactical delivery plans to support the implementation of set objectives.Ensure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the budget, and mitigate and report on any variances.Ensure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the budget.Ensure that annual profitability of the cluster is maintained.Ensure that existing business is maintained while driving business development in the cluster in collaboration with Customer Partnering.Ensure that all revenue targets are monitored and achieved within each portfolio in collaboration with the Divisional HeadPeople ManagementProactively manage all direct reports in order to ensure that the strategic objectives for the division is met.Maintain excellent human capital performance through employee empowerment, skills development and retention and succession planning within the team.Maintain an environment where employees respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all processes, procedures and practices.Manage and lead the cluster by providing clarity of vision; prioritising resources; facilitating alignment of the team; managing non-performance, driving a customer-centric performance culture, setting appropriate KPA’s and ensure the cascading thereof throughout the cluster and driving their achievement; inspiring commitment; encouraging mutual support; and enabling development opportunitiesImplement a learning culture within scope of control.Stakeholder ManagementIdentify and mitigate internal systems and procedural barriers to enhance excellent customer service.Build and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.Ensure cluster representation within all relevant technical committees.Convene and attend meetings and present performance and business-related information to relevant stakeholders when required.Manage and resolve operational complaints through timeous resolution and/or escalation as require

Project Manager

Closing Date	2024/05/27
Reference Number	SAB240517-1
Job Title	Project Manager
Job Type	Permanent
Branch	Operations
Division	Operations Management
Department	Operations Management Office
Job Grade	D2
Number of Positions	1
Location – Town / City	Pretoria
Location – Province	Gauteng
Location – Country	South Africa
Minimum Education Level	Bachelors Degree | Advanced Diploma
Job Category	Other
Job Advert Summary	Purpose StatementTo manage and execute the delivery of internal SABS projects as assigned, within budget, by due date and according to specification (quality and scope). Includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of the delivery team towards realising the project’s objective and outputs. About SABSThe South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is mandated to develop, promote and maintain South African National Standards (SANS), promote quality in connection with commodities, products and services, and render conformity assessment services and assist in matters connected therewith. Working for the SABS opens the mind to the world around you. We offer diverse career paths in dynamic environment that nurtures and recognises talent and potential. Become part of our vision of being a trusted standardisation and business assurance solution provider and join a team that fosters accountability, excellence and innovation in an inclusive workplace.SABS is an equal opportunities employer, and our recruitment will be done in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and our EE Policy.Please note that application received after the closing date will not be considered.
Minimum Requirements	Diploma + Advanced Diploma / B-Degree in Information Science, Technology Management, Business Management, Project Management or a related field (NQF Level 7)Formal Project Management Certification is essential (e.g. PMBOK, Prince2, etc.)8 years relevant work experience in project management 4 years specialist experienceProven track record in managing complex projects
Duties and Responsibilities	Functional ManagementDefine project objectives in support of business requirements as stipulated in the project justification proposal with supporting project benefit measurementsAcquire approval of the project management plan which includes all areas required to manage the various project phasesEnsure that the project management plan is within the parameters of the approved project justification parametersDesign and manage project control mechanisms to track project progress against the agreed upon project management planEstablish and manage project administration and infrastructure protocols to support project delivery and controlEnsure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the project costs and mitigate and report on any variances.Ensure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the project cost.Plan, manage and direct the formal closure of the of the project.Report on project progress and develop direct communications channels for the projectPlan and execute the project communication plan in order to maintain the required stakeholder and user satisfaction levels throughout the projectPlan and define suitable mechanisms to transition the project’s outputs to business so that ownership and accountability is moved from the project to the relevant stakeholders in due courseEstablish and maintain a project escalation process within the various project work teams, the project management team and the project steering committee.Assess and define issues and risks (quantitative and qualitative) and formulate response plans to address the issues and risks in terms of cost, time and scopeTrack and evaluate the effectiveness of corrective measures and actions to ensure project performance in terms of quality , time and cost.Risk and Compliance ManagementAssist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risksSupport and provide evidence to all internal and external audit and regulatory requirements.Maintain quality risk management standards in line with regulatory requirements.Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity.Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation.Stakeholder ManagementBuild and maintain effective internal and external stakeholder relationships for the purpose of expectations management, knowledge sharing and integration, and to manage the organisation’s reputation.Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required.Convene and attend meetings and present relevant information stakeholders when required.Ensure the provision of excellent customer service.Resolve queries and problems within span of control and within agreed time frames.Follow up on unresolved queries and complaints where required.Liaise with relevant stakeholders regarding follow-up of information, as required for tender requests.Provide subject-matter advocacy and expertise to all relevant stakeholders.Manage internal and external relationships to ensure that project management best practices are implemented across the organisation.Align project activities across sphere of control to ensure engagements and projects are well

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