Deputy Director: Operations And Logistics

Requirements

National Diploma /Degree in Shipping & Logistics/Maritime Studies/Operations & Logistics or equivalent relevant qualification. A minimum of 5 years’ experience of which three (3) of them should be at an entry/junior managerial level (Assistant Director Level or equivalent). All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. The incumbent must have knowledge of Logistics management and business practices. Knowledge of Maritime/Shipping Logistics including clearing and forwarding. Working knowledge of customs rules relating to cargo. Ability to implement logistics management systems and controls. Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation. Knowledge of HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and dealing with conflict. Assist in career planning and effective deployment of personnel. The following skills & competencies are required; Policy development, computer literate, management and project management, good interpersonal relations, Relationship Management, Stakeholder engagement, Research, writing and presentation, change management, knowledge management, service delivery innovation (SDI), problem solving and analysis. People Management and Empowerment, Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Honesty. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Creativity. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict. Sense of responsibility and loyalty.

Key Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible to provide inputs to NRF/DSI with regards to the logistics required by relevant principal investigators. Obtain all approved research projects to ensure the necessary support is provided before each voyage. Organise and facilitate planning meetings before departure. Receive orders from bases and facilitate approvals in accordance to the available budget. Ensure all supplies are procured and packed timeously. Ensure 38 effective and efficient warehouse management including clearing and forwarding of cargo. Ensure that the Department meets the environmental requirements. Manage and co-ordinate the recruitment process of expedition members in collaboration with HCM. Ensure that the expedition members receive the necessary training. Ensure effective operations of the base stations for science support. Receive all the reports from the three research bases. Convene meetings with management to discuss reports. Analyse reports and give recommendations and compile feedback for the bases. Follow-up with the key personnel about matters arising from the reports. Ensure assets are managed responsibly according to the government asset management policy. Ensure Southern Oceans and Antarctic activities are conducted safely and risk managed. Draft policy documents outlining the operations and other aspects related to the management of bases. Develop, review and benchmark policies with other National Antarctic Programs. Consult relevant stakeholders on related matters. Ensure the implementation of policies and procedures. Develop a template for the relief voyage reports. Provide inputs to science and logistic integration annually including updating of the SANAP website. Ensure implementation of the collaboration agreement. Add support to management of search and rescue operations in liaison with vessel management and relevant stakeholders. Attend local and international meetings as and when required to improve SANAP operations.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Mr R Hlophe Tel No: (021) 493 7067