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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS
APPLICATIONS : Director-General, Department of Environmental Affairs, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-delivered to: Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6, Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria.
FOR ATTENTION : Ms Lerato Ngobeni
CLOSING DATE : 04 November 2019
NOTE : Application must be submitted on a signed and dated Z83 form with a copy of a comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications and ID document in order to be considered It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizen Status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification The persons appointed to this position will be subjected to a security clearance The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment No faxed, e-mailed and late applications will be considered If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DIRECTOR: CLIMATE CHANGE MONITORING & EVALUATION MITIGATION RESPONSE ANALYSIS REF NO: CCAQ09/2019
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (all-inclusive SMS remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences/Physical Sciences/Environmental Management or related equivalent qualification (at NQF 07). Minimum of five years’ experience at a middle/senior management level. Relevant experience in Environmental Management. Knowledge of South Africa’s greenhouse gas emission profile and GHG mitigation. Knowledge of Climate Change Mitigation issues and Climate change models. Ability to conduct research, gather and analyse information. Ability to conduct social economic analysis. Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management Knowledge of general government administrative procedures Organisational, Planning, Communication (written and spoken) and diplomacy skills. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations. Ability to work under pressure and long hours.
DUTIES : Develop, implement, establish and continuously upgrade the system that will be used to monitor and verify national climate change mitigation responses. Review historical trends and analyse projected trends on national climate change mitigation actions and identify, describe and report any new and emerging threats and opportunities to South Africa meeting its desired mitigation outcomes. Establish, co-ordinate and maintain structures and networks to ensure robust discussions and debates by recognised experts in the field of monitoring and evaluating climate change mitigation actions. Analyse and report progress in the implementation and effects of key mitigation actions to South African and international audiences. Monitor and track resource mobilization for climate change activities.
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Witi Tel No: (012) 399 9048
OTHER POST
ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER CONTROL GRADE A: COMPLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND POLLUTION REF NO: LACE06/2019
SALARY : R495 219 per annum (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : 4 year degree in environmental or natural science coupled with at least 6 years post qualification experience. Working knowledge and experience in conducting environmental audits/compliance inspections is a must. Proven report writing and excellent communications skills are a must. Knowledge of National Environmental Management Act (NEMA) and related. Specific Environmental Management Acts (SEMAs). Knowledge of government standard administrative procedure and policies. Leadership, project management, computer skills, good interpersonal relationship, co-ordination of inspections, communication and analytical thinking. Training as an Environmental Management Inspector is an added advantage. A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Planning and conducting environmental inspections for prioritised activities/facilities as well as Departmental issued Environmental Authorisations. Responding to environmental complaints and NEMA section 30/30A incidents. Generating inspection and feedback reports by determining the status of compliance. Follow up on remedial actions as recommended in audit reports. Records management; and Provide support to all the Compliance and Enforcement projects.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Jafta Mofokeng Tel No: (012) 399 9436