Key responsibilities:

• Undertake research for strategic initiatives.
• Brainstorm ideas; gather requirements and data; perform qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Provide administrative support to strategic programmes.
• Assist with knowledge management initiatives within the portfolio.
• Work independently, but under supervision of senior management within the group.

Qualifications and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering or Technology (SET). However, an Honours will be added advantage.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and qualitative skills
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and open source software
• Planning and organizing skills
• Proactive
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure

Closing date: 02 July 2014

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PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY. 

The CSIR gives preference to candidates who meet the job requirements and who will add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or SAPS (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right to remove the advertisement at any time before the stated closing date and it further reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

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The goal of ACCESS’ education portfolio is to build and prepare a pool of talented young scientists, in the field of Earth Systems Science (ESS) such as, biology, geology, meteorology, oceanography, etc.

ACCESS is seeking a passionate and driven, full-time Intern to assist us in the implementation of our education portfolio activities. The role will involve helping to support and develop various ACCESS education initiatives in the field of ESS. These include outreach programmes at schools, the undergraduate sub-programme (Habitable Planet Workshop), and our postgraduate workshops.

These positions are based in Cape Town (Rosebank).

Key responsibilities:

The successful candidate will report to the ACCESS Education Manager and will be expected to support ACCESS training events through:

• Assisting with creative input and planning for ACCESS events and activities.
• Working with relevant staff to assist with administration, planning and logistics.
• Making a creative input in developing content for courses and training.
• Delivering of teaching /training at events (as appropriate).
• Participating in ACCESS Management meetings and perform related functions.
• Assisting with reporting and accounting systems for the ACCESS Education and Training Programme, in cooperation with the ACCESS management team.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• This position would suit a recent graduate who has an interest in developing a career in science communication or education/science management.
• The minimum qualification for this post is an Honours degree. A Master’s degree in a related field of study (science or science education) will be an advantage.
• The ideal candidate should have excellent oral/written communication and/or teaching skills and be able to engage students effectively at a range of levels (from high school to postgraduate).

The internship is will be renewable depending on funding availability, performance and the availability of a position within the ACCESS programme.

Closing date: 20 June 2014

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PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

The CSIR gives preference to candidates who meet the job requirements and who will add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or SAPS (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

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Key responsibilities:

• Source data and compile information for the preparation of research collaboration reports.
• Prepare for meetings with the key stakeholders to scope areas of collaboration.
• Prepare internal and external workshops to develop joint research programmes.
• Prepare minutes of meetings and workshop reports, and monitor implementation of tasks agreed to at workshops and meetings.
• Maintain a current database of the most active research relationships with key partners.

Qualifications, skills and experience:

• At least a first degree or equivalent in any field relating to science, engineering and technology.
• Previous vacation work would be an advantage.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Computer skills (Excel, Powerpoint, Word).
• Basic organisational skills.
• Ability to perform routine tasks with minimum supervision.
• Sound communication and writing ability.
• Lateral thinking ability.

Closing date: 11 April 2014

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PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.

The CSIR gives preference to candidates who meet the job requirements and who will add to the cultural and gender diversity of the organisation. By applying for this position at the CSIR, the applicant understands, consents and agrees that the CSIR may solicit a credit and criminal report from a registered credit bureau and/or SAPS (in relation to positions that require trust and honesty and/or entail the handling of cash or finances) and may also verify the applicant’s educational qualifications and employment history. The CSIR reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

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Minimum Requirements

• Qualification
  • University Degree (B Sc)
• Experience
  • Mathematical modelling including system dynamics knowledge

Key Responsibilities

• Research current literature and recent advances in topics related to system dynamics.
• Consulting and collaboration within business divisions on system dynamics and technology strategy
• Financial management to ensure the cost effectiveness of projects undertaken.
• Project management of tasks and activities in system dynamics.
• Development of energy models and system dynamics simulators.
• Assisting business units with understanding system causality through the use of various modelling tools.

If you have not been contacted within 28 days of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Note that the appointment of the candidate is at Eskom’s sole discretion, taking into account factors that Eskom considers relevant including but not limited to Eskom’s employment equity policy. Eskom supports a smoke-free environment.

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