INKOMATI-USUTHU CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT AGENCY (IUCMA) VACANCIES

​Highly motivated and creative individuals seeking to join this exciting and rapidly growing institution who are suitably qualified are invited to apply for the following vacancy. 
 
AQUATIC SCIENTIST: MACRO-INVERT (NELSPRUIT, HEAD OFFICE) 
Remuneration Package within salary band C5 (Ref no 03/25/26) 
 
Requirements: The candidate must possess a minimum of BSc (Honours) Zoology specializing in macroinvertebrate studies, and/or a related field with a Registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist. Minimum of 3 years in environment and water Resource Management, specifically practicing River Ecosystem Monitoring Programme. Accredited for SASS5 and proficient in MIRAI and IHI; A valid driver’s license. Working and travelling irregular hours when necessary. 
 
Knowledge, skills and competencies required: Knowledge and experience of the water use authorization process will be an advantage. Competent in River Ecosystem Monitoring Programme; Knowledge of basic water chemistry; Ability to implement MIRAI; Ability to work in a diverse environment; National Water Act and other relevant legislation e.g. National Environmental Management Act; Professionalism; Strong work ethic; Problem Solving; Innovative; Data Analysis; Attention to detail; Use of GIS software; Self-directed; Communication and interpersonal skills; Report writing skills; Accuracy of reporting. 
 
Key performance areas: Water Resource Management: Data Acquisition regarding the Macro-Invertebrate Response Assembly Index and habitat integrity. Determination of the present ecological status (PES), ecological integrity and sensitivity (EIS). Interpretation of the eco-status of the water resource based on macroinvertebrate response assembly index and habitat integrity. Implement appropriate quality assurance and control system. Interpretation of results and report writing. Specialist input into water use authorization processes. Project and financial management. 
 
NB: Kindly note that the position is being re‑advertised, all previous applicants must re‑apply for consideration.

IUCMA is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment or to withdraw the advert. It is the institutions’ intention to promote equity through the filling of vacancies in compliance with the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. 
 
Suitable candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (criminal record, citizenship, financial/ asset record, qualifications and previous employment). The successful candidate will be subject to a six (6) months’ probationary period. Preference will be given to South African citizens. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. 
 
Suitably qualifying candidates should apply as follows: Post at Human Resource Division, Inkomati-Usuthu Catchment Management Agency, Private Bag X11214, Nelspruit 1200 or Hand Deliver to Floor Number 2, ABSA Square Building, 20 Paul Kruger Street, Nelspruit. A comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) with at least 3 contactable references, certified copies of qualifications, ID and driver’s license (not older than 6 months certification) to: Human Resource Division. All candidates must complete a compulsory IUCMA JOB APPLICATION FORM obtainable from the IUCMA website or at the IUCMA Receptions in Nelspruit, Bushbuckridge and Piet Retief. NO FAXED AND EMAILED APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED. Candidates who graduated must submit certified copies of the qualifications. Candidates still to graduate can submit an endorsed academic record that states completion date of the qualification and the date of the graduation. 
 
Enquiries: Damaris Malumane or Zandile Tibane at 013 753 9000 
 
Closing date: 16 October 2025 
 
All applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
 
If you have not received a response from IUCMA within three months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.