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Final

Annual Performance Plan

2014/2015 (1 April 2014 – 31 March 2015)


Document Submitted to Submission date

Final APP

2014/2015

Office of the CEO 3 February 2014

Governance and Strategy

Committee (GAS)

SANBI Board

12 February 2014

12 -14 February 2014

Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA)

14 February 2014

Dr Tanya Abrahamse

Chief Executive Officer: SANBI


PROGRAMME1: RENDER EFFECTIVE AND EFFICIENT CORPORATE SERVICES

PROGRAMME LEADERS: MR MOEKETSI KHOAHLI (MK) MR MAANO NETSHIOMBO (MN) MR ALAN SMITH (AS) MS LIHLE DLAMINI (LD)

Performance indicator Audited/actual performance Estimate performance

2014–2015 & evidence

Medium term-targets Manager

2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Objective statement 1.1: SANBI is positioned as an employer of choice in the biodiversity sector

Percentage of qualifying staff on the scientist and horticulturalist career path.

- Career ladder for Scientists developed.

Career ladder for horticulturists approved Workforce plan approved and partially implemented

70% of qualifying staff placed

on scientist career path

80% of qualifying staff placed on

scientist career path

90% of qualifying staff placed

on scientist career path.

100% of qualifying

staff placed on

scientist career path

MN

60% of qualifying staff placed on horticulturist career path




MN

Percentage of payroll allocated and spent on staff development

- - Succession plan developed and approved Competency framework for core skills developed and adopted.

1% of payroll allocated and spent on staff development




MN

Percentage of Employment Equity targets achieved

Employment Equity Plan implemented.

Employment Equity Plan implemented

50% of EE targets achieved (numerical).

60% of EE targets achieved (numerical)




MN

Objective statement 1.2: Compliant financial management systems and policies are provided

Annual financial statements produced to comply with PFMA and GRAP requirements.

Unqualified AFS produced according to GRAP standards.



Unqualified AFS produced to comply with PFMA and GRAP requirements. (AG’s Report).

Unqualified AFS produced to comply with PFMA and GRAP requirements.

Unqualified AFS produced to comply with PFMA and GRAP requirements.

100% accurate AFS produced according to GRAP standard.

AS

Objective statement 1.3: Effective corporate services rendered to achieve the mandate of SANBI

All identified risks managed through an annual risk assessment and implementation of the risk management plan.

A Risk Management Strategy inclusive of a Fraud Prevention Policy is developed and implemented.

Risk register approved and maintained.

Risk register approved and maintained.

Annual risk assessment completed (Risk Register)

Update, mitigate and monitor risks.

Update, mitigate and monitor risks.

Update, mitigated and monitor risks.

MK





2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

SANBI complies with all relevant Acts and SANBI/DEA protocol through implementation of the Compliance Framework

Reporting monitored according to specified time frames.



Reporting monitored according to specified time frames. (Compliance Reports).




MK/LR/ CM

Objective Statement 1.4: Effective communication and technology support services through enhanced communication and technology infrastructure

Percentage availability of SANBI network and business applications

Optimisation, upgrade and consolidation of IT systems and processes. Office Communication and collaboration project (Microsoft LYNC).

Network Infrastructure Consolidation audit completed.

Network Infrastructure Consolidation Project.

95% of ICT Services are available




FR

Intranet redevelopment project initiated.

Intranet redevelopment phase 1 completed.

Intranet phases 2&3 completed.

Second phase of backup environment completed.

SharePoint Hardware Infrastructure installed. Redevelopment of Botanical Society SA website completed. Service Desk reporting tool project completed.

-

Objective statement 1.5: Effective marketing and communication services delivered to internal and external stakeholders.

Number of communication platforms and methods utilised to keep internal and external stakeholders informed of SANBI activities and its NBGs

Corporate identity

developed.

Corporate identity

approved, launched and

rolled-out.

Corporate identity roll-

out completed.

Quarterly newsflash, information brochures, intranet, website and CEOs letter. Pull up banners, outdoor branding material including signage.




LD

Number of marketing

initiatives and platforms

identified and effectively

utilised for brand SANBI and

NBGs profiling

Internal communications strategy developed.

Internal communications strategy implemented.

Produced newspaper articles, adverts and recorded interviews



Public informed of SANBI’s mandate, role and activities.

LD

Media coverage received. Media coverage received.

Increased media coverage received. (Clippings of coverage).

Increased media coverage. (Clippings of coverage).

Increased media coverage. (Clippings of coverage).

Establish and build media relations.

LD





2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Number of media platforms

utilised to educate and inform

the public about SANBI, its

products and services

Marketing strategy

implemented.

Marketing strategy

implemented.

New Marketing and

Communications

strategy updated and

implemented.

Attended exhibitions, activations, shows and campaigns

Gardens implemented initiatives and activities to attract increased number of visitors.

Attended exhibitions,

activations, shows and

campaigns

Gardens implemented initiatives

and activities to attract

increased number of visitors.

Attended exhibitions,

activations, shows and

campaigns

Gardens implemented

initiatives and activities to

attract increased number of

visitors.

Attend exhibitions,

shows, activations and

campaigns

Gardens implement initiatives and activities to attract increased number of visitors.

CW/LD


PROGRAMME 2. MANAGE AND UNLOCK BENEFITS OF THE NETWORK OF NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENS

PROGRAMME LEADER: MR CHRISTOPHER WILLIS (CW)

Performance Indicator

Audited/actual performance

Estimated performance 2014–2015

& evidence

Medium term-targets

Manager

2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018

Objective statement 2.1: A world-class network of National Botanical Gardens are managed

Number of best-practice maintenance or development projects completed across SANBI’s National Botanical Gardens.

National Botanical Gardens managed and developed according to personnel, operational, infrastructure and maintenance budgets made available.



Five (5) maintenance/development projects per Garden and two (2) corporate SANBI capital infrastructure projects completed. (Annual records; documents, photos).

Five (5) maintenance/ development projects per Garden and two (2) corporate SANBI capital infrastructure projects completed. (Annual records; documents, photos).

Five (5) maintenance/ development projects per Garden and one (1) corporate SANBI capital infrastructure project completed.

(Annual Records; documents, photos).

Five (5) maintenance/ Development projects per Garden and one (1) corporate SANBI capital infrastructure project completed. (Annual Records; documents, photos).

CW

Funding sourced to develop the required horticultural and tourism-related facilities in NBGs.



Facilities commissioned in NBGs.



Representative infrastructure, demonstration gardens and interpretive signage present in NBGs



Five (5) maintenance/development projects per Garden and two (2) corporate SANBI capital infrastructure projects completed. (Annual records; documents, photos).





& evidence

Medium term-targets

Manager

2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018

Number of new National Botanical Gardens established and operational

Preferred site for new national botanical garden in the Eastern Cape identified.

Preferred site for new national botanical garden in the Limpopo Province identified. (Report).

Management Plan for the Kwelera Nature Reserve, as the natural portion of the proposed Kwelera National Botanical Garden, developed with ECPTA

Management responsibility for new Limpopo Garden transferred from LEDET to SANBI (Documentation)

Proclamation (DEA) of a new national botanical garden in the Limpopo Province. (Government Gazette)

Budget (EPWP) committed by DEA for establishment of a new Limpopo Province Garden (R20m). (Financial statement).

New NBGs in the Eastern Cape and Limpopo Provinces proclaimed, gazetted and operational.

(Documentation; reports).

CW

MoA for co-management of the Kwelera Nature Reserve signed between SANBI and ECPTA.

Required support received for the proclamation of the new national botanical garden in the Eastern Cape Province budget (EPWP)

Gardens expansion and infrastructure budgets allocated to SANBI for the establishment of the Kwelera National Botanical Garden in the Eastern Cape.

- - - -

Joint Management Plan Task Team established by SANBI and ECPTA for the development of a Management Plan for the Kwelera NR as the natural portion of the new Eastern Cape Garden

Valuations completed and negotiations undertaken for the 10 ha land proposed to be acquired by SANBI for the new Eastern Cape Garden

Professional team appointed for the establishment and development of the new Eastern Cape Garden (Documentation; contracts) Acquisition of land by SANBI for the establishment of the new Eastern Cape Garden (Signed deed of transfer)

EPWP Business Plan prepared for the new Eastern Cape Garden

(Business Plan).

10 ha portion of land proclaimed and gazetted by the DEA Minister as part of the new Eastern Cape Garden (Government Gazette)

- Business Plan submitted and implementation initiated of EPWP budget allocated for the new Limpopo Garden (Business Plan document)

Intention to Declare Notice published by the DEA Minister for the establishment of the new Eastern Cape Garden

New national botanical garden in the Eastern Cape proclaimed and gazetted by the DEA Minister (Government Gazette)

- - -

Consultations undertaken by SANBI, LEDET and Limpopo Provincial Government for the establishment of a national botanical garden in the Limpopo Province.

- - - -

Increased representation of indigenous plants in the living collections of SANBI’s National Botanical Gardens or the Millenium Seed Bank,

Garden Records Database developed. Relevant staff trained in the use of

Gardens Conservation Manager appointed by SANBI. (Report). Integrated plant

Gardens Conservation Programme implemented and strengthened. (Report).

20 new indigenous plant species added to the living collections of the combined network of National Botanical Gardens or MSB, UK (Report).



20 new indigenous plant species added to the living collections of the combined network of National Botanical Gardens or MSB, UK

CW





& evidence

Medium term-targets

Manager

2011-2012 2012-2013 2013-2014 2015-2016 2016-2017 2017-2018

Kew, UK

the new Garden Records Database

conservation skills audit conducted amongst garden staff

(Report).

Signature of MoA for Phase 2 of MSB Partnership (2011–2015).

MSB field training presented to SANBI horticulturists (Sept 2011).

- Incentive income generated by NBGs from acquisition of targeted collections for MSB programme.

(Financial statements).

Increased incentive income generated by NBGs from acquisition of collections for MSB programme.

Negotiations with the Millennium Seed Bank Partnership, Kew, about the extension of the 5-year MoA




CW

Objective statement 2.2: Revenue generating activities are strengthened in all National Botanical Gardens

Percentage own income and visitor numbers increased through expanded and more effective revenue generating activities in National Botanical Gardens

NBGs actively promoted and marketed as local nature-based tourist destinations.

1,273,804 visitors received at NBGs (1.5% decrease on previous year).

1,333,208 visitors received at NBGs (2% increase on previous year).

Two per cent (2%) annual increase in visitor numbers. (Spread sheet.)

1.5 per cent (1.5%) annual increase in visitor numbers (Spread sheet).

Two per cent (2%) annual increase in visitor numbers (Spread sheet).

Two per cent (2%) annual increase in visitor numbers (Spread sheet).

Two per cent (2%) annual increase in visitor numbers

(Spread sheet).

CW

R35,036,076 income generated by the Gardens for the financial year.

R36,594,810 income generated by the Gardens for the financial year.

Four per cent (4%) annual increase in own income.


Four per cent (4%) annual increase in own income.


Four per cent (4%) annual increase in own income (Financial statements).




PROGRAMME 3: PROVIDE SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT POLICY AND DECISION MAKING RELATING TO BIODIVERSITY, INCLUDING THE IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE

PROGRAMME LEADER: PROF. JOHN DONALDSON (JD)

Programme performance

indicator


Estimated performance 2014–2015 & evidence

Medium term-targets

Manager

2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018 Objective statement 3.1: Foundational information on species and ecosystems is generated and collated.

Number of data sets compiled or updated providing national inventories for plant and animal taxa, spatial datasets for conservation planning, monitoring data, and national classification systems

Two inventories, comprising (i) an inventory of animal species with 20 000 species and (ii) an inventory of all South African plants updated four times per annum.

Two inventories, comprising (i) an inventory of animal species with 25 000 species and (ii) an inventory of all South African plants updated four times per annum






GS

- One inventory of SANBI Gardens Biodiversity updated with new records and information. (Database).

One inventory of SANBI Gardens Biodiversity updated with new records and information. (Database).


One inventory of SANBI Gardens Biodiversity updated with new records and information (Database)


One inventory of SANBI Gardens Biodiversity updated with new records and information Database).

CW

One complete ecosystem classification based on Vegmap, process underway for national wetland classification system

Two classification systems (vegetation and wetlands)

Two classification systems (vegetation and wetlands)

Two complete and updated classification systems (GIS shape files and metadata).

Two complete and updated Three complete and updated ecosystem classification systems

Four complete and updated ecosystem classification systems

JD/ KM

Plants data housed in PRECIS with a view to migrate to BRAHMS; animal datasets held by managed network partners.

Plants data housed in PRECIS with a view to migrate to BRAHMS; animal datasets held by managed network partners.

- Plants data migrated from PRECIS to BRAHMS; animal datasets held by managed network partners and integrated and shared with SANBI

- Data on butterflies and reptiles available.

-

- Two spatial datasets compiled to provide information for conservation planning (datasets available)

- Three spatial datasets compiled to provide information for conservation planning

- Four spatial datasets compiled to provide information for conservation planning

- Five spatial datasets compiled to provide information for conservation planning

.

GS/ JD

One monitoring database being updated (SABAP2) with 40% coverage of South Africa

One monitoring database being updated (SABAP2) with at least 50% coverage of South African surface area.

One monitoring database being updated (SABAP2) with at least 60% coverage of South African surface area; planning for monitoring on one further taxon complete.

One monitoring database being updated (SABAP2) with at least 65% coverage of South African surface area, monitoring underway for one further taxon (database).

Two monitoring databases, comprising SABAP2 data on at least 70% of South African surface area, as well as monitoring underway for one further taxon.

Three monitoring databases, comprising SABAP2 data on at least 75% of South African surface area, as well as monitoring underway for two additional taxa.

Three monitoring databases, comprising SABAP2 data on at least 80% of South African surface area, as well as monitoring underway for two additional taxa and data available for analysis.

JD



indicator



Medium term-targets

Manager

2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018 Objective statement 3.2: Scientific evidence on the status of biodiversity, risks and benefits is produced in order to inform policy and decision making

Number of research papers published in scientific literature

118 publications. 95 publications. 75 publications. 90 publications (publications). 90 publications. 90 publications. 90 publications. JD/GS

Number of synthesis reports produced that deal with national assessments of biodiversity, impacts of genetically modified organisms, sustainable trade and support for the wildlife economy.

One national report (National Biodiversity Assessment-NBA) complete.

Summary report on State of Biodiversity published, based on NBA 2011.

Preparations for monitoring and reporting leading to 2018

Two preliminary reports on assessment of biodiversity based ecosystem services; coral bleaching as an indicator of climate change. Timetable for delivery of NBA (2018) (NBA 2018 project timetable)

NBA 2018 initiated One new report on the status & trends of listed invasive species.

NBA 2018 underway

Three new reports dealing with status and trends of ecological infrastructure and ecosystem services; status and trends for threatened species; status and trends for biodiversity impacts of GMOs.

JD/KM,

Percentage of assessments completed dealing with priority species for the Scientific Authority and invasive species

NDFs conducted for 16 priority species.

NDFs conducted for 10 priority species.

Five NDFs completed (documents submitted for publication).

60% of priority species identified by the Scientific authority assessed




JD

- Publication of list of potential invasive species on ‘suspect’ list

At least five risk assessments on invasives (risk reports).

50% of species assessed for AIS regulations




JD


PROGRAMME 4: CO-ORDINATE AND PROVIDE ACCESS TO BIODIVERSITY INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE

PROGRAMME LEADER: MR SELWYN WILLOUGHBY (SW)


indicator



Medium term-targets

Manager

2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Objective statement 4.1: Access is provided to biodiversity data, information and knowledge.

Percentage of records accessed from the Biodiversity Advisor website.

-

-

11 665 938

5% cumulative increase in records accessed.




SW

Percentage of registered users on the Biodiversity Advisor website.

-

-

13000

5% cumulative increase in registered users.





PROGRAMME 5: PROVIDE BIODIVERSITY AND CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION POLICY TOOLS AND ADVICE IN SUPPORT OF SOUTH AFRICA’S DEVELOPMENT

PROGRAMME LEADER: MS KRISTAL MAZE

Programme performance indicator

Audited/actual performance Estimate performance

2014-2015 & evidence

Medium term-targets

Manager 2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Objective statement 5.1: Ecosystem management tools developed and applied Number of tools developed to support mainstreaming of biodiversity and ecological infrastructure in production sectors and resource management

Grazing guidelines for grasslands initiated. Conservation planning tool institutionalised in forestry sector; roll out of sustainable forest management in small growers in KZN & Eastern Cape; draft guidelines for grassland management in the forestry sector. Gauteng Lifestyle Estates guideline, Green Servitudes Regulatory Tool for City of JHB developed. Draft mining and biodiversity guideline produced. CoalTech project initiated.

Draft grazing guidelines for grasslands biodiversity developed. Two forestry tools finalised Draft Gauteng Biodiversity Toolkit produced. Mining and biodiversity guideline produced. Atlas of high risk wetlands for mining completed.

Framework for investments in ecosystem services developed. Guidelines for grassland management in the forestry sector finalised. Final Gauteng Biodiversity Toolkit produced Mining and biodiversity guideline launched and user version produced. Feasibility of one Investment in Ecological Infrastructure pilot project determined Draft Wetland offsite mitigation guidelines Wetland offsite mitigation banking institutional framework developed.

Two tools produced. (Reports) Biodiversity and climate change adaptation implementation plan scoping workshop session held

Two tools produced. Biodiversity and climate change adaptation implementation plan methodology developed

Two tools produced. Biodiversity and climate change adaptation implementation plan progress report produced.

Two tools produced. Biodiversity and climate change adaptation implementation plan draft produced

KM

Making the Case for Biodiversity Phase 1 analysis completed. Four case studies developed; three CAPE and five SKEP case studies capturing lessons developed; M&E frameworks, CAPE BCSD project glossy publication; set of three infographics produced for COP 17. ProEcoServ project initiated.

Making the Case Implementation Strategy developed. One Making the Case film produced: In the Age of Adaptation: Biodiversity and Climate Change; three SKEP and three CAPE case studies capturing lessons developed.

Branding biodiversity toolkit developed. Eight knowledge resources for demonstrating the value of biodiversity developed and disseminated.

Six knowledge resources demonstrating the value of biodiversity developed and disseminated. (Documents/films and/or infographics/factsheets)

Six knowledge resources demonstrating the value of biodiversity developed and disseminated.



KM





Medium term-targets

Manager 2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Number of coordination or learning mechanisms convened to share lessons and build capacity

The following learning or coordination events convened including Biodiversity Planning Forum, Grasslands Partners Forum, CAPE Partners Conference, and SKEP Partners Conference, CAPE Project Developers Forum, CAPE Landscape Initiative Knowledge Exchange, CAPE and SKEP learning exchanges.

The following learning or coordination events convened including Biodiversity Planning Forum, Grasslands Partners Forum, Offshore Environmental Forum, and Land Reform and Biodiversity Stewardship Forum, CAPE Project Developers Forum, CAPE Landscape Initiative Knowledge Exchange.

The following learning or coordination events convened including Biodiversity Planning Forum, Grasslands Partners Forum, Freshwater Ecosystem Network, and MPAH Forum.

Four learning or coordination events convened. (Attendance registers, meeting minutes, programmes).

Four learning or coordination events convened.



KM

Four training sessions held for provincial, municipal or other relevant decision-makers on uptake of tools including National Freshwater Ecosystem Priority Areas training sessions.

Four training sessions held for provincial, municipal or other relevant decision-makers on uptake of tools.


Three training sessions held for provincial, municipal or other relevant decision makers for uptake of tools. (Attendance registers, programmes).

Three training sessions held for provincial, municipal or other relevant decision makers for uptake of tools.



KM

Objective statement 5.2: Projects for ecosystem restoration developed and implemented

Number of wetlands under rehabilitation to restore high value ecosystems

95 wetlands under rehabilitation.




-- -- -- KM





Medium term-targets

Manager 2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Objective statement 5.3: Scientific advice to support national and international policy processes provided

Number of national policy requests responded to within timeframe stipulated in the request

Draft national biodiversity offsets framework developed. Draft Threatened or Protected Species (TOPS) list for input into regulations developed. Support provided to DEA on biodiversity stewardship policy; provincial protected area expansion strategies; White Paper on Climate Change; publication of final list of threatened terrestrial ecosystems.

Draft list of threatened river ecosystems developed. Final draft national biodiversity offsets framework submitted to DEA. Draft business case for biodiversity stewardship developed. Strategy to implement marine offshore spatial management developed. Support provided to DEA on policy and fiscal incentives related to biodiversity stewardship, LTAS, Biodiversity management plans for species.

Business Case for Biodiversity Stewardship finalised. Draft national strategy for plant conservation. Support provided to DEA on LTAS, Biodiversity management plans for species, finalisation of the N&S for BMP-Es, and NBSAP process. Advice provided to DEA NRM Programmes for planning, research and M&E e.g. Research Advisory Panel, EDRR, advice on wetland rehabilitation and wise use.

Two written requests for support from DEA responded to within timeframe stipulated. (Documents, reports, minutes of meeting depending on request)

Two written requests for support from DEA responded to within timeframe stipulated.



KM /JD

Support provided for regular meetings and reporting of the Scientific Authority

Two annual meetings of the Scientific Authority convened and one annual report submitted to the Minister

One report on the Scientific Authority submitted to the Minister

One report on the Scientific Authority submitted to the Minister (Report)




JD





Medium term-targets

Manager 2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

One draft bioregional plans reviewed by Bioregional Plan Review Panel. Support provided for the development of three draft bioregional plans for Gauteng metros. EKZNW supported in development of SEAPlan.

One draft bioregional plan reviewed by the Bioregional Plan Review Panel. Support provided for the development of two Gauteng district municipalities. CapeNature supported in updating fine-scale biodiversity plans. West Coast (including Namakwa) fine-scale plan to identify priority areas for coastal marine protected area establishment.

One revised draft bioregional plan reviewed by the Bioregional Plan Review Panel. Support provided to provinces for development and revision of spatial biodiversity plans as required.

Two biodiversity planning processes supported (Minutes of meetings, reports, documents depending on request)

Two biodiversity planning processes supported.



KM

Number of national policy processes for which support is provided to other relevant organs of state

Participation in Water Sector Leadership Group; submission of ecosystem sector strategy outline for National Water Resource Strategy. Agricultural mainstreaming strategy finalised.

Participation in Water Sector Leadership Group and Water Pricing Strategy Review. Initial input provided into agriculture sector policy.

Biodiversity inputs provided to water sector policy including water pricing strategy and National Water Resources Strategy II. Biodiversity input provided into agriculture sector policy e.g. tools for implementation of CARA.

Submissions provided into two national policy process (Participation in relevant meetings; comments and input provided by SANBI where applicable).

Submissions provided into two national policy processes.



KM





Medium term-targets

Manager 2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Number of international policy support requests responded to within timeframe stipulated

Revisions to 2nd National Communication completed; support for White Paper on National Climate Change Response. Support provided for SA’s hosting of UNFCCC COP 17/MOP7. Support for CITES Plants & Animals committee. IUCN/SSC meetings attended. IPCC climate change adaptation chapter zero order draft completed. SANBI staff served on international science/policy committees including IPBES/Future Earth/Global Carbon Project.

Support provided to South Africa’s Millennium Development Goals Report. Support provided for DEA negotiations at UNFCCC SBSTA, COP18/MOP8, Ramsar, CITES COP 16 and CBD COP 11. Reviewed proposals from South Africa for CITES CoP. IUCN/SSC meetings attended. IPCC climate change adaptation chapter first order draft completed, SANBI staff served on international science/policy committees including IPBES and Future Earth.

Support provided to DEA on the 5th Country Report, 3rd National Communication to the UNFCCC; SBSTA 19/MOP9. IUCN/SSC meetings attended. IPCC climate change adaptation chapter second order draft completed SANBI staff sits on international science/policy committees including IPBES and Future Earth.

Four written requests relating to core multi-lateral environmental agreements responded to within timeframe stipulated. (Reports, documents depending on request)

Four written requests relating to core multi-lateral environmental agreements responded to within timeframe stipulated.



KM/JD

Objective statement 5.4: The direct access climate finance modality is proved to be effective in building resilience in communities vulnerable to adverse climate impacts

Number of climate change adaptation pilot projects developed and implemented via the direct access modality

- Project initialisation and setup

Two project concepts approved by the Adaptation Fund for further development

Implementation 50% complete in two climate change adaptation fund direct access modality projects

(reports; documents)

Detailed project concepts approved for two climate change adaptation fund direct access modalities

Implementation underway in two climate change adaptation fund direct access modalities

Implementation underway in two climate change adaptation fund direct access modalities

MB

Number of cases where South Africa’s experience with direct access is documented and shared

- Project initialisation and setup

NIE lessons and experieces shared at three international and three national meetings

Number of cases where South Afirca’s experience with direct access is documented and shared

(reports; documents)

NIE lessons and experience shared at at least four intetnational, regional and national meetings per annum




PROGRAMME 6: HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT (HCD): DRIVE HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT, EDUCATION AND AWARENESS IN RESPONSE TO SANBI’S MANDATE PROGRAMME LEADER: MS VIVIAN MALEMA (VM)



Estimate performance 2014–2015 & evidence


2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

Objective statement 6.1: A socially equitable and suitably skilled workforce is developed

Number of new GreenMatter initiatives contributing to a socially skilled biodiversity workforce started.

- Biodiversity Human Capital Development Strategy developed

First year of implementation initiated, core programme staffed and 33% of identified projects in the BHCD strategy and GreenMatter implementation plan have been initiated.

2 initiatives started (Reports)

1 initaitive 2 initiave started 1 initiative started VM

Number of individuals participating in Groen Sebenza, GreenMatter beneficiaries, internship and studenship capacity development and job creation initiatives with a percentage coming from designated groups.

Biodiversity Human Capital Development Strategy developed.

Project initialisation and setup. .

800 unemployed youth skilled and hosted in the biodiversity sector

1000 unemployed youth skilled and hosted in the biodiversity sector.

(Contracts, payroll).

1000 unemployed youth skilled and hosted in the biodiversity sector. started

1000 unemployed youth skilled and employed in the biodiversity sector.

Continuation of programme dependent on funding availability.

VM

- - - 90 EPWP jobs created through Garden Conservation Programme (Reports)

90 EPWP jobs created through Garden Conservation Programme

90 EPWP jobs created through Garden Conservation Programme

120 jobs created through Garden Conservation Programme

About 70% of stakeholders’ (as identified in the BHCD strategy) buy-in was obtained during strategy development.

About 70% of stakeholders’ (as identified in the BHCD strategy) buy-in was obtained during strategy development.

- 75% representation of designated groups in HCD programmes

(Reports)

75% representation of designated groups in HCD programmes

75% representation of designated groups in HCD programmes

75% representation of designated groups in HCD programme

Objective Statement 6.2: All national botanical gardens are promoted and used as platforms for biodiversity awareness, education and recreation.

Number of users and beneficiaries of botanical gardens and school-based programmes for education, awareness, training and recreation have been increased.

29 100. 37 670. 44 000. 46 000 (Statistics Table).

48 000 50 000 52 000 VM




Estimate performance 2014–2015 & evidence


2011–2012 2012–2013 2013–2014 2015–2016 2016–2017 2017–2018

6.3 Civil society is engaged to contribute to science and monitoring

Number of platforms facilitated for civil society engagement that contribute to biodiversity monitoring

CREW project engaging civil society in the monitoring of threatened plants A reptile and butterfly atlases were funded through the Animal Demography Unit SANBI together with the Agricultural Research Council engaged civil society in surveys of spiders and scorpions

iSpot for South Africa was launched in 2012. SANBI together with the Agricultural Research Council engaged civil society in surveys of spiders and scorpions.

iSpot for South Africa was launched in 2012. SANBI together with the Agricultural Research Council engaged civil society in surveys of spiders and scorpions.

One platform facilitated. (Meeting minutes/notes, attendance register).

Two platforms facilitated. Three platforms facilitated. Four platforms facilitated.

VM


QUARTERLY TARGETS FOR 2014/15

PROGRAMME 1: RENDER EFFECTIVE AND EFFICENT CORPORATE SERVICES Objective statements Performance

indicator Baseline Annual

Target 2014/15 Quarterly targets

(activities) Enabling conditions / resource considerations

Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

1.1 SANBI is positioned as an employer of choice in the biodiversity sector

Percentage of qualifying staff on the scientist and horticulturist career path

Approved career ladder for scientists

Approved career ladder for horticulturists

70% of qualifying staff placed on scientist career path

Revise the terms of reference for the moderating panel and appeals committee for scientist career ladder

Facilitate workshops on portfolio building with the newly appointed Scientists and Supervisors

Conduct assessments

Alignment with the performance management and career development plans

Support and buy in of Scientists and their Supervisors

Minutes of the meetings conducted

MN


Finalise terms of reference for moderating panel and appeals committee for the horticulturist career ladder

Facilitate workshops on portfolio building with the Horticulturists and Supervisors

Conduct assessments

Alignment with the performance management and career development plans

Support and buy in of Horticulturists and their Supervisors

Minutes of the meetings conducted

Percentage of payroll allocated and spent on staff development

Approved budget on staff development


Spend 0.25% of allocated amount on staff development




Enabling learning environment Sufficient financial resources

Training reports

Percentage of Employment Equity targets achieved

Approved Employment Equity Plan


Implement the Employment Equity Plan




Support of Line Managers and Divisional Heads

EXCO, HR and REMCO reports

1.2 Compliant financial management systems and policies are provided

AFS produced to comply with PFMA and GRAP requirements.

Unqualified AFS produced for submission to Parliament

Unqualified annual audits.

Accurately capture financial transaction and perform reconciliations according to the system of internal control.



Accurately capture financial transaction and Perform reconciliations according to the system of internal control.

Financial processes and procedures.

Unqualified report on financial statements.

AS

1.3 Effective corporate service rendered to achieve the mandate of for SANBI

All identified risks managed through an annual risk assessment and implementation of the risk management plan.

Annual risk assessment completed (Risk Register)

The evaluation process of risk and the implementation of remedial action plans, controls and systems to mitigate the materialisation of risks are facilitated.

Risk assessment workshops held with EXCO and the Board.

Received reports of fraud and corruption evaluated.

Adjudication of cases reported in the Loss Register.

Received reports of fraud and corruption evaluated. Adjudication of cases reported in the Loss Register.



Effective risk framework, fraud detection processes and policies.

Risk register.

MK


Objective statements Performance indicator

Baseline Annual Target 2014/15

Quarterly targets (activities)

Enabling conditions / resource considerations

Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

SANBI complies with all relevant Acts and SANBI/DEA protocol through implementation of the compliance framework.

SANBI complies with all relevant Acts including SANBI/DEA Protocol.

Compliance with relevant Acts through the development and implementation of a compliance framework.


Compliance with relevant Acts through the development & implementation of a compliance framework.



Updated policies and legislation.

Internal audit facility.

Approved legal framework.

Availability of EXCO and Board members.

Compliance feedback from DEA on quarterly and annual reports.

MK/LR/CM

1.4 Effective communication & technology support services provided through enhanced communication and technology infrastructure

Percentage availability of SANBI network and business applications

90% network availability 90% business application services avilability

95% of ICT services avilable





Executive and Management support and enrolment in project implementation. Funding approval and availability

Signed off Project documentation against milestones

FR

1.5 Effective marketing and communication services delivered to internal and external stakeholders

Number of communication platforms and methods utilised to keep stakeholders informed of SANBI activities & its NBGs.

Developed information brochures, intranet, newsletter and CEOs letter

70% SANBI material correctly branded and available to stakeholders.

Produce: Branded material, CEOs letter, Newsletter

Produce: Branded material, CEOs letter, Newsletter

Produce: Branded material. CEOs letter. Newsletter

Produce: Branded material. CEOs letter. Newsletter

Adequate funding, Co-operation of SANBI staff, Clear guidelines.

Samples of branded material and brochures

Copies of CEOs letter, newsletter, banners and updates

LD

Number of media

platforms utilised to

educate and inform

the public about

SANBI, its products

and services

Produced newspaper articles, adverts and recorded interviews.

Increased Media coverage Up to date and effective website.

Media release

Website updates

Advert

Interview

Media monitoring

Media release

Website updates

Advert

Interview

Media monitoring

Media release

Website updates

Advert

Interview

Media monitoring

Media release

Website updates

Advert

Interview

Media monitoring

Adequate capacity, submission of newsworthy stories from SANBI staff. Adequate funding and realistic deadlines.

Copies of press releases, website updates, and media monitoring report, adverts, editorials and interviews conducted.

LD

Number of

marketing initiatives

and platforms

identified and

effectively utilised

for brand SANBI

and NBGs profiling.

Attended exhibitions, activations, campaigns and shows

Increased visitor numbers Raised SANBI profile.

Coordinate & Attend:

Chelsea flower show,

Tourism Indaba,

Biodiversity Day,

Rand Easter Show

Coordinate & attend

OM concert in PTA and Walter Sisulu,

Mandela Day

Coordinate & attend

OM concerts series in Kirstenbosch,

Getaway Show

Agricultural and Garden Show in KZN

Coordinate & attend

OM concerts in Kirstenbosch.

Summer Campaign

Ongoing sponsorship. Concert programmes, photographs of events and exhibitions, increased visitor numbers.

LD


PROGRAMME 2: MANAGE AND UNLOCK BENEFITS OF THE NETWORK OF NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENS


Baseline Annual target 2014/15 Quarterly targets (activities) Enabling conditions / resource considerations

Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

2.1 SANBI’s National Botanical Gardens, estates and associated infrastructure are managed, expanded, developed and maintained through strategic partnerships to realise benefits to SANBI, civil society and other relevant stakeholders.

Number of best-practice maintenance, development and capital infrastructure projects completed across all SANBI’s National Botanical Gardens.

National Botanical Gardens managed and developed according to personnel, operational, infrastructure and maintenance budgets made available. Five (5) maintenance/development projects per Garden and two (2) corporate SANBI capital infrastructure projects completed.

Annual records of maintenance and capital infrastructure projects (including demonstration gardens) completed across all SANBI campuses (including herbaria). Five (5) maintenance/development projects per Garden and two (2) corporate SANBI capital infrastructure projects completed.

Needs analysis conducted of maintenance and capital requirements across SANBI. Prioritisation and allocation of maintenance and capital infrastructure budget allocations.

Implementation and monitoring of maintenance and infrastructure budgets allocated across SANBI.



Capacity to implement allocated maintenance and infrastructure projects across SANBI. Support from SANBI’s Corporate Services (Finance, HR, SCM, IT) in appointing service providers and sourcing required materials.

Photographs of completed projects; reports.

CW

Number of new National Botanical Gardens established and operational.

MoA for co-management of the Kwelera Nature Reserve signed between SANBI and ECPTA. Land valuation of private land required for the new Eastern Cape Garden. Preferred site for new national botanical garden in the Limpopo Province identified.

Budget available from DEA for establishment of a new Eastern Cape Garden. New national botanical garden in the Eastern Cape proclaimed and gazetted by the DEA Minister Acquisition of required private land for new Eastern Cape Garden. Management responsibility for new Limpopo Garden transferred from LEDET to SANBI

Consultation with DEA on proclamation (by DEA) of Kwelera Nature Reserve as a new National Botanical Garden in the Eastern Cape Province. Stakeholder engagement for acquisition of private land as part of new Eastern Cape Garden. Stakeholder engagement for establishment of the new Limpopo Garden

Stakeholder engagement for acquisition of private land as part of new Eastern Cape Garden. Proclamation (by DEA Minister) of Kwelera Nature Reserve as a new National Botanical Garden in the Eastern Cape Province. Stakeholder engagement for establishment of the new Limpopo Garden

Acquisition of required private land for new Eastern Cape Garden. Stakeholder engagement for establishment of the new Limpopo Garden Professional team appointed for the establishment and development of the new Eastern Cape Garden

Consultation with DEA and other stakeholders regarding proclamation of the private land as part of the new Eastern Cape Garden Stakeholder engagement for establishment of the new Limpopo Garden

Land availability for new Limpopo Garden. Landowners and other key stakeholders support for new gardens. DEA assistance and support for the establishment and proclamation of new national botanical gardens

Reports. Budget allocation. Reports.

CW

Increased representation of indigenous plants in the living

Integrated plant conservation skills audit conducted amongst garden staff.

Gardens Conservation Programme implemented and strengthened.

Internal capacity within SANBI to manage and implement the


Internal capacity within SANBI to manage and


Capacity, funds and skills available for implementation of the Gardens Conservation

Quarterly reports. CW



Baseline Annual target 2014/15 Quarterly targets (activities) Enabling conditions / resource considerations

Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

collections of SANBI’s National Botanical Gardens or the Millennium Seed Bank, Kew, UK

Gardens Conservation Manager appointed by SANBI.

Gardens Conservation Programme reviewed and strengthened.


implement the Gardens Conservation Programme reviewed and strengthened.


Programme.

MSB field training presented to SANBI horticulturists.

Annual review of SANBI/MSB partnership. Incentive income generated by NBGs from acquisition of collections for MSB programme. 20 new indigenous plant species added to the living collections of the combined network of National Botanical Gardens or MSB, UK

Annual garden-based targets finalised for SANBI/MSB partnership. Negotiations with the Millennium Seed Bank Partnership, Kew, about the extension of the 5-year MoA

Incentive income received through acquisition and collection of targeted plant species. Negotiations with the Millennium Seed Bank Partnership, Kew, about the extension of the 5-year MoA

Incentive income received through acquisition and collection of targeted plant species. Negotiations with the Millennium Seed Bank Partnership, Kew, about the extension of the 5-year MoA

Incentive income received through acquisition and collection of targeted plant species. 20 new indigenous plant species added to the living collections of the combined network of National Botanical Gardens or MSB, UK

Capacity, funds and skills available for implementation of the Gardens Conservation Programme.

Income.

2.2 Revenue

generating

activities in all

National Botanical

Gardens to

contribute to

SANBI’s

sustainability

Percentage own income and visitor numbers increased through expanded and more effective revenue generating activities in National Botanical Gardens

One-and-half (1.5)% annual increase in visitor numbers.

One-and-half (1.5) % annual increase in visitor numbers.

Year-on-year increase in visitor numbers.



One-and-half (1.5)% annual increase in visitor numbers.

Effective marketing of gardens.

Visitor numbers.

CW

Three (3)% annual increase in own income.

Four (4)% annual increase in own income.

Year-on-year increase in own income.



Four (4)% annual increase in own income.

Improvement of global recessionary economic climate and environment.

Monthly and annual financial statements.

Increased visitors and income through Old Mutual-sponsored concert series in Kirstenbosch, Pretoria and Walter Sisulu NBGs.

Increased visitors and income from Old Mutual-sponsored winter concerts in Gauteng gardens.

Increased visitors and income from Old Mutual-sponsored winter concerts in Gauteng gardens.

Increased visitors and income from Old Mutual-sponsored summer concerts in Kirstenbosch.

Increased visitors and income from Old Mutual-sponsored summer concerts in Kirstenbosch.

Internal capacity to manage sponsorships and garden-based concerts.


PROGRAMME 3: PROVIDE SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE TO SUPPORT POLICY AND DECISION MAKING RELATING TO BIODIVERSITY, INCLUDING THE IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Objective statement Performance indicator

Baseline Annual target 2014/15



Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 3.1 Foundational

information on species and ecosystems is generated and collated

Number of data sets compiled or updatedproviding national inventories for plant and animal taxa, spatial datasets for conservation planning, monitoring data, and national classification systems

Two inventories, comprising i) an animal inventory with 30 000 species included. ii) a Plant inventory: updated four times per annum.

Animal inventory: 33 000 species included (database available). Plant inventory: updated four times per annum (changes recorded).

Animal inventory: 30,750 species included (database available). Plant inventory: updated (changes recorded).



Animal inventory: 33 000 species included (database available). Plant inventory: updated (changes recorded).

Available funding. Database updated. GS

SANBI Gardens Biodiversity database updated with new records and information gathered from biodiversity surveys conducted in the gardens. (Database).


Garden surveys initiated.

Garden surveys continue.

Garden surveys continue.

SANBI Gardens Biodiversity database updated with new records and information gathered from biodiversity surveys conducted in the gardens.

Available capacity. Database updated. CW

A classification system for terrestrial ecosystems is in place based on the vegetation map and a classification for wetlands has been published

Two complete and updated classification systems (GIS shape files)

New datasets identified and analysed for vegmap and wetlands; protocols developed for updating inventory data.

Refined NFEPA datasets for Mpumalanga Highveld Grasslands completed

At least two new datasets incorporated into the inventory.

National vegmap is updated; National wetland map updated with refined NFEPA dataset.

Performance is contingent on (i) ability to recruit suitable vegetation map expertise; ii) retention by SANBI of existing capacity (human & financial resources) for wetland inventory work once Working for Wetlands moves back to DEA.

GIS shape files and metadata.

JD/KM

- One spatial dataset exists to provide information for conservation planning

- Two spatial datasets compiled to provide information for conservation planning

- Animal dataset identified;

- Animal dataset compilation initiated

- 2 000 records verified in plant database. . (changes recorded)

- Animal dataset verified;

- Animal dataset completed;

- 3 000 records verified in plant database. . (changes recorded)

Available funding Database and specimens

GS/JD


Objective statement Performance indicator




Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 3.2 Scientific

evidence on the status of biodiversity, risks and benefits is produced in order to inform policy and decision making


75 publications. 90 publications. 20 publications.

20 publications. 20 publications. 30 publications. Sufficient scientific capacity.

Publications. JD/GS


75 publications. 90 publications. 20 publications.

20 publications. 20 publications. 30 publications. Sufficient scientific capacity.

Publications. JD/GS

Number of synthesis reports produced that deal with national assessments of biodiversity, impacts of genetically modified organisms, sustainable trade and support for the wildlife economy.

One national report (National Biodiversity Assessment-NBA) and one summary (state of biodiversity) report published

Two preliminary reports: assessment of biodiversity based ecosystem services.

Timetable for delivery of NBA (2018)

- Follow up meeting of technical working group on ecosystem services/benefits

- Preliminary report on assessment of biodiversity based ecosystem services.

- Preliminary report. JD

% of assessments completeddealing with priority species for the Scientific Authority and invasive species

Five NDFs completed (documents submitted for publication);


Priority species identified

Expert workshop held

50% priority species assessed

50% priority species assessed

Capacity and input from managed network.

Documents. JD


Target species identified

Data gathered on target species

Draft assessments

Species assessed Capacity and input from managed network.

Documents. JD


PROGRAMME 4: CO-ORDINATE AND PROVIDE ACCESS TO BIODIVERSITY INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE



Quarterly targets (activities) Enabling conditions / resource considerations

Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

4.1 Access is provided to biodiversity data, information and knowledge.

Percentage of records accessed from the Biodiversity Advisor website.

150,000 records accessed from the Biodiversity Advisor website

5% Cumulative increase of records accessed

Increase by 1% Increase by 1% Increase by 2% Increase by 1% New data is generated for publication. Information is advertised and appropriate end-use training is provided.

Web user statistics on data accessed from http://biodiversityadvisor.org.za

SW

Percentage of registered users on the Biodiversity Advisor website.

1300 registered users

5% cumulative increase in registered users

Increase by 1% Increase by 1% Increase by 2% Increase by 1% New data is generated for publication. Information is advertised and appropriate end-use training is provided.

Web user statistics on data accessed from http://biodiversityadvisor.org.za


PROGRAMME 5: PROVIDE BIODIVERSITY AND CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION POLICY TOOLS AND ADVICE IN SUPPORT OF SOUTH AFRICA’S DEVELOPMENT





Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 5.1 Tools to reduce

loss, protect, restore and unlock benefits from biodiversity assets and ecological infrastructure developed and their uptake supported

Number of tools developed to support mainstreaming of biodiversity and ecological infrastructure in production sectors and resource management

Framework for investments in ecosystem services developed. Guidelines for grassland management in the forestry sector finalised. Final Gauteng Biodiversity Toolkit produced Mining and biodiversity guideline launched and user version produced. Feasibility of one Investment in Ecological Infrastructure pilot project determined Draft Wetland offsite mitigation guideline; Wetland offsite mitigation banking institutional framework developed.

Two tools produced. Biodiversity and climate change adaptation implementation plan scoping workshop session held

Worskop session held at the Biodiversity Planning Forum

One tool finalised.

-- One tool finalised. Participation of relevant stakeholders. Necessary approval and participation from DWA and DEA. Adequate capacity within SANBI Publications Unit to handle editing and layout. Financial resources for these tools are available through the SANBI-Coaltech agreement and the SANBI-CEPF project respectively.

Reports Worksho[p agenda and notes

KM

Branding biodiversity toolkit developed. Eight knowledge resources for demonstrating the value of biodiversity developed and disseminated.


One knowledge resource developed.

One knowledge resource developed.

Two knowledge resources developed.

Two knowledge resources developed and all six disseminated.

Sufficient capacity and resources available within the Division

Documents/films and/or infographics/factsheets

KM

Number of coordination or learning mechanisms convened to share lessons and build capacity

The following learning or coordination events convened including Biodiversity Planning Forum, Grasslands Partners Forum, Freshwater Ecosystem Network, and MPAH Forum.


One learning or coordination event convened.




Sufficient capacity and resources available in other organisations to participate. Support from learning network specialists within the Division. Availability of resources within the Division.

Attendance registers, meeting minutes, programmes

KM



One training session held.

-- One training session held.

One training session held.

Participation of provincial, municipal or other relevant decision-makers.

Attendance registers, programmes

KM






Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 5.2 Projects to

restore high value ecosystems have been implemented in support of the national development

agenda.

Number of wetlands under rehabilitation to restore high value ecosystems


110 wetlands under rehabilitation

40 wetlands under rehabilitation. Support provided for programme transition to DEA.




Approval of Working for Wetlands business plan by DEA. Resources allocated for expenditure in line with EPWP norms. Implementation through contracted external implementers.

Reports KM

5.3 Policy advice provided to DEA and other organs of state, to ensure that best available biodiversity science informs national and international policy processes.

Number of national policy requests responded to within timeframe stipulated.

Business Case for Biodiversity Stewardship finalised. Draft national strategy for plant conservation. Support provided to DEA on LTAS, Biodiversity management plans for species, finalisation of the N&S for BMP-Es, and NBSAP process. Advice provided to DEA NRM Programmes for planning, research and M&E.

Two written requests for support from DEA responded to.

-- One written request for support from DEA responded to.

-- One written request for support from DEA responded to.

Timeous invitations and requests for support.

Documents, reports, minutes of meeting depending on request

KM/JD



-- -- -- Annual report submitted.

Dependant on provincial officials’ participation.

Report.

JD

One revised draft bioregional plan reviewed by the Bioregional Plan Review Panel. Support provided to provinces for development and revision of spatial biodiversity plans as required.

Two biodiversity planning processes supported

-- One biodiversity planning process supported

-- One biodiversity planning process supported

Timeous invitations and requests for support. Timeously review of bioregional plans and BMP-Es dependant on capacity.

Minutes of meetings, reports, documents depending on request

KM

Number of national

policy processes for

which support is

provided to other

relevant organs of

state

Biodiversity inputs provided to water sector policy including water pricing strategy and National Water Resources Strategy II. Biodiversity input provided into agriculture sector policy e.g. tools for implementation of CARA.

Submissions provided

into two national policy

process

-- Submission

provided into

one national

policy process

-- Submission

provided into one

national policy

process

Policy processes active. Opportunities for engagement are available to SANBI.

Participation in relevant meetings; comments and input provided by SANBI where applicable

KM






Evidence Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Number of international policy support requests responded to within timeframe stipulated

Support provided to DEA on the 5th Country Report, 3rd National Communication to the UNFCCC; SBSTA 19/MOP9. IUCN/SSC meetings attended. IPCC climate change adaptation chapter second order draft completed SANBI staff sits on international science/policy committees including IPBES and Future Earth.

Four written requests relating to core multi-lateral environmental agreements responded to.

On written request relating to core multi-lateral environmental agreements responded to.

One written request relating to core multi-lateral environmental agreements responded to.



Timeous invitations and requests for support. Sufficient travel budget. Ability to source relevant data from provinces and other decision-makers when necessary.

Reports, documents depending on request

KM/JD

5.4 The direct access climate finance modality is proved to be effective in building resilience in coomunities vulnerabl to adverse climate impacts

Number of climate change adaptation pilot projects developed and implemented via the Direct Access modality

Two project cvoncepts approved by the Adaptation Fund for further development

Detailed project concepts approved for two climate change adaptation fund direct access modalities

First fully developed project submitted to the Adaptation Fund Board for consideration

Second fully developed project submitted to the Adaptation Fund Board for consideration

Adaptation Fund Board approves two fully developed proposals

Inception meetings held and contractual arrangements in negotiation for project implementation

NIE startup funds secure. Executing Entity capacity adequate Adaptation Fund with sufficient capital to fund projects

Project reports MB

Number of cases where South Afirca’s experience with direct access is documented and shared

NIE lessons and experieces shared at three international and three national meetings


- NIE lessons and experiences shared at two fora

- NIE lessons and experiences shared at two fora

Nie startup funds secure PowerPopint presentations and associated feedback


PROGRAMME 6: DRIVE HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT, EDUCATION AND AWARENESS IN RESPONSE TO SANBI’S MANDATE

Performance indicator




Evidence

Manager

Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 6.1 A socially

equitable and suitably skilled workforce is developed

Number of new GreenMatter initiatives contributing to a socially skilled biodiversity workforce started.

4 GreenMatter initiatives started.

1 GreenMatter initiative started

Cluster and project development teams assigned and concepts drafted; additional fundraising initiated

Cluster and project concepts reviewed and adopted

Cluster and project leads and participants identified; workplans drawn up

Additional funding sources identified and workplans initiated

Core funding from Lewis Foundation; additional funding and sector support

Greening the Youth, Higher Education and Organisational Strengthening Cluster Implementation Plans and Work Plans; attendance registers; funding proposals

VM

Number of individuals participating in Groen Sebenza and GreenMatter capacity development and job creation initiatives with a percentage coming from designated groups.

Individuals participating in Groen Sebenza and GreenMatter capacity development and job creation initiatives

1000 Groen Sebenza, GreenMatter and EPWP individuals participating in Human Capital Development and job creation initiatives of which 81% are from designated groups. participants complete skills development programme

Recruitment and selection of participants.

Training of participants



DBSA and DEA EPWP grant.

Payroll, contracts with host partners & incubants.

6.2 All national botanical gardens are promoted and used as platforms for biodiversity awareness, education and recreation

Number of users and beneficiaries of botanical gardens and school-based programmes for education, awareness, training and recreation have been increased.

40 000 beneficiaries reached through school group activities predominantly garden based.

42 000

10500 10500 10500 10500 HR & budget Statistics table. VM

6.3 Civil society is engaged through various initiatives in order to contribute to biodiversity science and monitoring.

Number of platforms facilitated for civil society engagement that contribute to biodiversity monitoring

New 1 platform facilitated for civil society engagement

Programme set up

Engaging different stakeholders

Programme Implementation

Maintain platform HR, Funding Attendance registers, meeting minutes/notes

VM

Note: Some of the targets are shared by more than one Programme/Division and two names will always be reflected in the ‘Manager’s column’