South African Weather Service (SAWS)

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) is a Section 3(a) public entity under the Ministry of
Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (DEFF) 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.

To apply, click on the link at the end of the posts and all the best with your applications.

1. South African Weather Service – Work Integrated Learning Programme 2024 X2
2. Information Security Specialist
3. Senior Scientist: Marine

South African Weather Service – Work Integrated Learning Programme 2024 X2

Work Integrated Learning Programme:
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) invites applications for eighteen months (18) Work
Integrated Learning Programme.

We are looking for TVET College learners living with a disability to join our Work Integrated
Learning Programme in the following field:-

• N6 in Accounting, Finance, Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics- 2 Positions – Ref:
  SAWS 202

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

• An applicant must be learners living with a disability, has just completed an N6 in one of
  the above mentioned fields of studies.
• An applicant has been unemployed for a period of less than one-year after completion of
  N6.
• An applicant will be required to submit their CVs on the SAWS recruitment portal (clearly
  outline ID, Address etc.)
• Must not have work experience

Successful candidates:

• Will be paid monthly stipend of R5500.
• Will be responsible for arranging their own accommodation and transport to the
  respective SAWS Centurion offices.

Please Note: SAWS is under no obligation to employ the learners on upon the completion of the
programme.

Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to:
Ms. Nokubonga Mkhize at Tel. (012) 367 6059

For further information regarding the Work Integrated Learning Programme send email to:
(hrenquiries@weathersa.co.za)

Closing Date: 28 June 2024

NOTE: PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancies
to apply for the above positions and upload your (Comprehensive CV with certified copies of
qualifications). Use the abovementioned References to indicate your field of study.
Due to the large number of applications, we envisage receiving, only short-listed
candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 4 weeks of the
closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

Information Security Specialist

Information Security Specialist
Salary total package: negotiable
Ref.WS06/062024
Centre: Centurion

Job Summary:
The position of Information Security Officer reports to Senior Manager: ICT. The Officer will be
responsible for information security, governance, and information to protect the organisation by
employing a range of technologies and processes to prevent, detect and manage cyber threats.

Key performance areas

• Monitor computer networks for security issues, install security software and document all security
  breaches and assess the damage they cause.
• Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain a high-security standard.
• Maintain the Information Security Framework and underlying policies, procedures, standards, and
  guidelines.
• Lead the development, maintenance and updating of the Information Security Strategy and
  Information Security Program.
• Ensure appropriate administrative, physical, and technical safeguards are in place to protect SAWS
  information assets from internal and external threats.
• Identify, introduce, and implement appropriate procedures, including checks and balances, to test
  these safeguards on a regular basis.
• Conduct and complete annual reviews and audits as required engaging both internal and external
  resources such as firewalls.
• Ensure that the disaster recovery plans and emergency operating procedures are in place and
  tested on a regular basis.
• Act as the committed owner of the security incident and vulnerability management processes from
  design to implementation and beyond.
• Manage and assist in performing on-going security monitoring of information systems including
  assessing information security risk through qualitative risk analysis on a regular basis
• Conduct functional and gap analyses to determine the extent to which key business areas and
  infrastructure comply with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Evaluate and recommend new information security technologies and countermeasures against
  threats to information or privacy and developing security reports and dashboards.
• Ensure effective staff training programs are in place to increase security awareness across SAWS.
• Ensure design, firewall rules are reviewed, audit logs are performed regularly, change
  management strategy in place to ensure all systems are accessed securely.

Requirements:

• Post graduate degree or equivalent in Information Technology or related field with Security
  certification either CASP, CISM, etc.
• Minimum of 3 years’ managerial experience in information technology security in a similar size or
  related institution/organization.
• A certified in risk and information Systems Control Certified Information Systems Auditor will be
  added advantage.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Azure Active directory, Forcepoint Web security Controller, Algosec
  Firewall analyzer tools etc., ISO 27001, NIST Security Framework standards, Cobit and other related
  security best practices) POPI Act, and other security regulatory frameworks, and guidance to
  implementation of IT security controls to ICT teams.
• Understanding of the general business functions and its inter- relationship and contribution to
  services and the application
• Knowledge and understanding of principles, applications and techniques of electronic data
  acquisition systems, computer systems, operations, computer hardware and software systems
  planning, and technical support.

Attributes and Competencies

• Innovative, strategic and leadership capability
• Analytical thinking and decision-making
• Excellent presentation and negotiating skills
• General Management

Please Note:
Enquiries for the above-mentioned positions must be directed to: Mr. Denny Maluleke, at Tel. (012)
367 6091.

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: 30 June 2024

Note: Recruitment Agency applicant submissions will not be considered

This is an EE position and preference will be given to Coloured Males/Females and Indian
Males/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 organisation reserves the right not to fill this position. The
South African Weather Service is an equal opportunity employer.

Record Reference HCM-ADVERT-ICTRSS2024

Senior Scientist: Marine

Salary total package: Negotiable
Centre: Marine Research Unit, Cape Town
(Ref. WS05/062024 )

Job Summary:
The South African Weather Service seeks to appoint a Senior Scientist: Marine who will be involved in
a range of modelling activities relevant to ocean and coastal environments, including marine
observations in the METAREA VII. A Senior Scientist is primarily responsible for research in the field of
marine science, product development to support operational marine forecasting services and
functions, continuous enhancement and maintenance of marine weather forecasting systems,
development and improvement of marine standard operating procedures, and ensuring compliance
with marine related national and international standards. The Senior Scientist is also responsible for
relationship-building at the national, regional and to some degree, international level.

Key Performance Areas:
The candidate will be required to:

• Actively initiate and lead or participate in Marine Research Unit programmes, projects or
  activities related to commercial services and public good at national and international scale.
• Develop new products, methodologies and/or processes to improve service delivery to clients.
• Manage the maintenance and enhancement of Marine web-portal hosting marine products
• and services.
• Develop and nurture external collaboration with relevant national and international
  institutions in line with strategic directions of SAWS.
• Represent SAWS where appropriate and serve on national or international scientific
  panels/committees or specialist groups in an expert capacity.
• Carry out all administrative functions attached to the post including the supervision of
  subordinates and scientific mentoring and development of junior scientists.
• Continue self-development and stay current regarding new developments in the fields of
  ocean and atmospheric sciences.
• Design custom marine related products according to client’s specifications.
• Provide marine consulting/advisory services to clients.
• Responsible for the analysis, interpretation, and publication of model results.
• Continuous enhancements and maintenance of marine products and weather forecasting
  systems.
• Assist forecasting department in monitoring and issuing of marine-related weather hazard
  warnings ahead of significant weather systems.
• Actively participate in the assessment of societal risks associated with coastal hazards.
• Assist the Regional Training Centre in the providing training to forecasters on marine related
  sciences in support of SAWS early warning systems.
• Make contributions towards WMO Marine related documents and ensure ongoing compliance
  within the Unit.
• Conduct and take a lead in marine related research programmes and projects.
• Assist in the development and implementation of operational coupled atmosphere-oceanland models for simulating coastal hazards and their impacts.
• Develop and maintain appropriate standard operating procedures for the SAWS marine model
  setup and operations.
• Assist with implementation and requirements of the SAWS TQM System.
• Supervise and mentor junior scientists.
• Liaise with clients within the marine sector to ascertain requirements.
• Identify commercial opportunities ti increase SAWS revenue streams.
• Collaborate with other SAWS departments to monitor, improve and fully leverage observation
  and forecasting systems.
• Promote the awareness of marine SAWS products and services to relevant stakeholders.
• Perform regular inspections to ensure all work done is according to documented
  requirements.
• Ensure that the work environment complies with legislative requirements in relation to
  Occupational Health and Safety.
• Participate in research and takeover voyages.

Required Minimum Education/Training:

• MSc in Earth and Environmental Sciences related field.

Required Minimum Work Experience:

• 5 years of experience in marine and/or atmospheric science.
• At least 3 peer reviewed publications in marine and/or atmospheric sciences.

Technical and Behavioural Competencies Required

• Proficiency in high-level programming languages such as MATLAB with experience in
  UNIX/Linux environments and scripting languages such as bash and Python.
• Experience running numerical models, and desire to learn more about coastal ocean
  modelling.
• Experience in project management.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Analytical thinking
• Creative thinking
• Emotional intelligence
• Innovation leading to implementation.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).

Please Note:
Register as user on our website using this link: https://www.weathersa.co.za/home/vacancie s 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 and at Thembisa.Bixa@weathersa.co.za

Closing Date: 28 June 2024

Preference will be given to People living with disabilities in line with SAWS EE targets. This is an EE
position and preference will be given to females, Africans, Indians and Coloureds (AIC).
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.

Record Reference HCM-ADVERT- WS04/072024

Click here to apply

All the best with your applications