WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: WASTE MANAGEMENT REF NO: EADP 13/2021
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13)
CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate B-Degree (NQF 7) as recognised by SAQA; 6 Years’ of experience at middle/senior managerial level; Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) prior to appointment: The nominated candidate will be required to complete the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme before the candidate may be appointed into this post. The duration of the online Pre-Entry Programme is 120 notional hours (15 days). Full details are available at: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme; In addition, the incumbent would need to register with EAPASA within 18 months from being appointed to the post. A valid driver’s license. Computer literacy in MS Office software. Recommendation: An appropriate B-Degree (NQF 7) or higher qualification in Natural Physical Sciences, Engineering or Environmental Management / Sciences or related fields will serve as a recommendation. Competencies: Proven knowledge and appropriate and extensive working experience in waste and/or pollution management; Proven knowledge and experience working with environmental (NEMA) integrated waste management legislation (NEM: Waste Act), policies, norms, standards, strategies and implementation/action plans; Proven knowledge and experience of the environmental and waste management regulatory environment; Proven knowledge and experience of integrated waste management planning, waste minimisation and waste information; Proven knowledge and understanding of multi-lateral environmental agreements w.r.t. waste management; Proven experience in conducting in-depth research and developing reports and business cases outlining and risks, insights and opportunities. Sound Strategic management, leadership, and proven financial management skills. Strong conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills. Exceptional planning, organizing and people management skills. Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders within and outside of the Western Cape Government Ability and experience in providing policy and strategy support in driving delivery. The ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage change in an ever-changing environment and under pressurized circumstances. High level communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution and consultation skills.
 
DUTIES : Strategic management and leadership of the Directorate Waste Management. Provide strategic direction to waste policy development. Provide strategic and technical advice pertaining to waste management planning, minimisation and information management. Oversight of the administration and decision-making with regard to the waste management licensing, compliance monitoring and auditing. Represent the Department on high level management and environmental forums (international, national, provincial and local). Proven managerial and administrative experience that includes: Strategic Management (including change management): Define and review on a continual basis the purpose, objectives, priorities and activities of the Directorate; Drive the Directorate’s strategic planning process; Drive the development and management of the strategic and business plans for the Directorate; Evaluate the performance of the Directorate on a continuing basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards. People Management: Participate in the recruitment of employees in the numbers and grades appropriate to ensure the achievement of the Directorate’s Business Plan; Motivate, train and guide employees within the Directorate, to achieve and maintain excellence in service delivery; Actively manage the performance, evaluation and rewarding of employees within the Directorate. Financial Management: Manage participation in the budgeting process at Directorate level; Ensure the preparation of the Annual and Adjustment Budgets for the Directorate; Assume direct accountability for the efficient, economic and effective control and management of the Directorate’s budget and expenditure; Assume direct accountability for ensuring that the correct tender and procurement procedures are adhered to in respect of purchases for the Directorate; Assume direct accountability for ensuring contracts are managed effectively and efficiently for the Directorate; Ensure that all spending is aligned with the strategic objectives of the Directorate and Department.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Gottlieb Arendse Tel No: (021) 483 0751 / (082) 927 5539