EASTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND TOURISM 

DEDEAT in the Eastern Cape is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. 

APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at . The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e-Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: Recruitment@dedea.gov.za. https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted. 

CLOSING DATE : 31 July 2026. No late applications will be accepted 

NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge test. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months. It is the objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. The EE targets of the recruiting Department will be adhered to although the applications are welcome from all racial groups. The Recruiting Department reserves the right to amend/ review/ withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with Disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment. Full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme.

OTHER POSTS

CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: CLIMATE CHANGE REF NO: DEDEAT/2026/07/01 

(Re-advertisement)

SALARY : R636 978 – R728 646 per annum, (OSD). An appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD). 

CENTRE : Bhisho 

REQUIREMENTS : A National Senior Certificate plus a 4-year degree/ NQF Level 8 or equivalent qualification in Natural Sciences/ Environmental Management/ Nature Conservation/Environmental Law/ Spatial Planning/ Urban and Regional Planning and related. 6 years post- qualification experience. A valid driver’s licence is required. The following skills, knowledge, and attributes are required: Knowledge of Relevant legislation and frameworks (National Environmental Management Act, Climate Change Act, NEMBA, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA and Treasury Regulations), Policy development processes and implementation, and Climate change mitigation and adaptation issues, including South Africa’s Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emission profile, Just Transition policy priorities, and energy transition frameworks. Skills and competencies: Well-developed communication and reporting skills, Strong planning, coordination, and project management skills, Financial and budgeting knowledge, including technical and financial reporting, Good interpersonal relations, ability to work independently and in a team, ability to work under pressure, and Computer literacy. Added advantage: Experience in integrating climate change considerations into municipal planning and development frameworks. 

DUTIES : Provide and coordinate integrated climate change management planning and development practices. Develop and maintain integrated climate change management policy, legislation and regulations. Coordinate the implementation of climate change management-related policies and regulations, monitor, evaluate and report on the impact thereof. Develop and maintain an integrated climate change information management system. Perform and manage administrative and related functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383 / Mr. P. Makhele at 078 801 5909 

For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za

NOTE : Employment Equity Target: Indian Female 

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER SPECIALISED PRODUCTION: COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT REF NO: DEDEAT/2026/07/02 

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SALARY : R518 769 – R717 846 per annum, (OSD). Appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework. 

CENTRE : Bhisho 

REQUIREMENTS : A National Senior Certificate Plus a 4-year degree/ NQF Level 8 or equivalent qualification in Natural Sciences/ Environmental Management/ Nature Conservation /Environmental Law and or related. No Experience as per OSD requirements, however 1-2 years’ experience will be an added advantage A valid driver’s licence is required. The following skills, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA, Relevant Coastal Management Legislation and prescripts applicable to the Eastern Cape, Sea Shore Act, computer literacy and skills; Good writing and communication skills. 

DUTIES : Provide specialised technical support for the development and implementation and coordination of integrated coastal management planning instruments and governance initiatives. Provide specialised technical support for the development, review and implementation of the appropriate coastal management policy, legislation, regulations and related regulatory instruments. Provide technical support with the implementation of coastal management related policies and regulations, monitor, evaluate and report on the impact of the coastal management policies and instruments. Provide technical support with the development and maintenance of an integrated coastal information management system. Perform and manage administrative and related functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383 / Mr. P. Makhele at 078 801 5909 

For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za

NOTE : Employment Equity Target: Coloured Female 

ACCOUNTING CLERK (X2 POSTS) 

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SALARY : R237 453 – R279 708 per annum (Level 05) 

CENTRE : Amathole District Ref No: DEDEAT/2026/07/58 

Joe Gqabi District Ref No: DEDEAT/2026/07/59 

REQUIREMENTS : A National Senior Certificate/ Grade 12 (NQF level 4). 1-2 years relevant experience will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s license. The following skills, knowledge and attributes are required: Public Service Act, Treasury Regulations, PFMA, Public Service Regulation Communication, Computer Literacy, Financial management, Interpersonal skills. 

DUTIES : Render of financial services Administer the revenue/expenditure process Reconciliation of expenditure / revenue Perform and manage administrative and related functions. 

ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383 / Mr. P. Makhele at 078 801 5909 

For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za

NOTE : Employment Equity Targets: 

Amathole District: Coloured Female 

Joe Gqabi District: Indian Male/Person with Disabilities