This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

SCIENTIST PRODUCTION ORNITHOLOGIST

Department of Sport, Arts and Culture

Reference number: DSRAC 01/06/2026
Salary: R791 604 – R849 525per annum (OSD) (An all-inclusive remuneration)
Centre: EL Museum (EL)
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 10 July 2026
Circular: No 22 of 2026

Requirements

National Senior Certificate and currently registered for a M. Sc. Degree in Natural Science with a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in a natural science environment. An M. Sc. or PhD will be considered an added advantage. Registration with the South African Council of Natural Scientific Professionals (SACNASP) as a professional Natural Scientist, or proof of intention to register with SACNASP. Knowledge of public service regulations, legislations/ policies/ prescripts and procedures, and of National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act. Knowledge of collection management standards for natural science museums. Knowledge of natural science, Ornithology, in particular. Understanding of the scientific method. Computer knowledge including database and MSOffice packages. Programme and project management. Communication skills. Report writing skills. People management skills. Customer and client-oriented approach. A valid driving licence.

Duties

Develop and implement methodologies, policies, systems and procedures for the Ornithology Collection. Identify gaps and develop appropriate interventions. Monitor and evaluate programme performance. Develop working relations with a diverse client base. Create public awareness of the science system. Provide scientific data, information and advice as requested. Review scientific publications. Gather and interpret data, perform scientific analyses, evaluate results and disseminate information. Apply appropriate scientific models to generate information and knowledge. Formulate proposals and compile reports. Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedures. Literature studies to improve expertise. Present research findings through exhibitions, educational programmes and publications. Liaise with relevant bodies/councils on science-related matters. Mentor, train and develop candidate scientists and others to promote skills/knowledge transfer and adherence to sound scientific principles and code of practice.

Where to send your application

can be submitted via hand delivery/courier or email to the: Frere Tertiary Hospital - Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office, Frere Hospital, Amalinda Main Road, East London, 5200 Enquiries: Ms N Mthitshana Tel no: 043 709 2487/2532 Livingstone Tertiary Hospital - Post to: Recruitment & Selection Section, Private Bag x, Korsten, Gqeberha, 6014 or Hand deliver to Nurses Home, 2nd Floor, Standford Road, and Korsten, Gqeberha, 6001. Enquiries: Ms L Mabanga Tel no 041 405 2348 Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital - Hand deliver/courier to: Human Resource Office, Nelson Mandela Academic Hospital, Nelson Mandela Drive, Mthatha 5099.

Enquiries

MS. G. Morcom Tel No: 043 743 0686 – East London Museum (EL) e- Recruitment Technical Enquiries – recruitment@ecsrac.gov.za

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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