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Deputy Director Industry and Environment Biotechnology PRETORIA, Pretoria

Deputy Director Industry and Environment Biotechnology PRETORIA, Pretoria
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Deputy Director Industry and Environment Biotechnology PRETORIA SHERQ (Safety Health Risk Quality)
Pretoria - Gauteng
Deputy Director: Industry and Environment Biotechnology
Pretoria
R745 800pa
12 month fixed term contract
Purpose of the post:
To contribute to the support of research, development and innovation (RDI) in biological processes for the production of goods and services, while enhancing water and waste water-management practices to support green economy.
Description of tasks:
Contribute to the development and growth of the Industrial and Environmental sectors of the bio- economy:
Conceptualize and draft (including implementation) of the Industrial and Environmental Bioeconomy RDI instruments.
Promote awareness and public understanding of the Industrial and Environmental sectors of the Bioeconomy.
Liaise with stakeholders (industry, Academia, agencies, government departments etc.) within the sectors of the bioeconomy.
Contribute to the drafting of Business/ Investment case/ concept documents and Terms of Reference (ToRs) for the establishment and coordination of the governance structure(s) in support of the implementation plan for the Industrial and Environmental sectors of the Bioeconomy.
Support the translation of Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) outputs to grow the Industrial and Environmental Bioeconomy:
Facilitate resource investments in support of RDI thematic areas of the industrial and environmental Bioeconomy.
Conceptualize business development initiatives to support knowledge application, commercialization and engagements with supported institutions/ agencies (CSIR, TIA, Higher Education Institutions etc.) to drive RDI translation.
Contract and project management of the directorates investment instruments.
Provide support to the achievement of Operational Plan (OP) and Annual Performance Plan (APP) targets:
Drafting of input to the development of the annual OP, APP and the Departments five- year Strategic Plan.
Reporting on APP and OP targets.
Regular monitoring of the directorates OP and APP targets.
Provision of support in coordinating and initiating strategic international cooperation within the bio-economy:
Scan the environment, and maintain a network of local and international stakeholders (such as policymakers, bio- based institutions and industry) within the sectors of the bio- economy for the implementation of the Bioeconomy Strategy
Facilitate preparatory documentation for international engagements (e.g. technical documents, briefing notes, etc.)
Provide input in strategic advice and professional support on Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology issues for the Bio-Innovation unit, DSI and SA government:
Serve as a point of contact for strategic industrial and environment information and knowledge dissemination
Provide administrative support by writing submissions, cabinet memoranda, briefing notes etc
Knowledge, skills and personal attributes:
Departmental policy and formulation
Knowledge and understanding of the National Science and Innovation
Knowledge of Industry and environment innovation and policies
Understanding of innovation value chains related to industrial and environmental bio-economy
PFMA, PSR etc.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Planning and organisation
Problem solving skills
Project management
Policy formulation and interpretation skill
Negotiation skills
Ability to work individually and in a team
Analytical
Diplomacy
Energetic
Innovative and creative
Attention to detail
Qualification and experience minimum requirements:
NQF level 6 in Life science/ Technology Management.
Bachelors degree qualification is an added advantage.
Minimum 3 years working experience in the industry biotechnology sector.
Closing date for applications: 3 June 2026
Should you not hear from us within 7 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful
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