DIRECTORATE: GEOLOGICAL SURVEY

DIVISION: REGIONAL GEOSCIENCE

Post Designation                :           Senior Geoscientist Grade 6

1 X Post                                 :           Windhoek

Salary Scale                         :           N$286 710 – 342 645

Benefits                                 :           Housing Allowance:  N$ 12 000 p.a

                                                :           Transport Allowance: N$ 7176 p.a

Minimum requirements: An appropriate 4 years B.Sc. (Honours) degree in geology or equivalent Earth Science, plus 3 years appropriate experience in geological field mapping.

Additional requirements: Experience in conducting scientific geological research, as well as supervising and training junior Geoscientist staff. A broad knowledge of Namibian geology is essential. The successful candidate should be able to work independently and possess superior communication skills, both orally and in writing; and computer-literacy. In addition, the candidate will be expected to take initiative, work in a team environment and provide knowledge and skill transfer to junior staff and be responsible for regular staff training. The position incorporates periods of field work in remote areas and applicants must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence. The candidate should be hardworking, honest and trustworthy.

Enquiries: Mrs. A. Nguno,                                     Telephone: (061) 284 8398