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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING VACANCIES

WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING 
 
APPLICATIONS: Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co
 
CLOSING DATE : 01 October 2018 
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202. 
 
 
 
 
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ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER (PRODUCTION): COASTAL MANAGEMENT – GRADE A REF NO: EADP 2018-37 
SALARY : Grade A: R256 815 – R285 021 per annum 
Grade B: R301 104 - R334 179 per annum 
Grade C: R353 082 - R448 035 per annum (OSD as prescribed). 
CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs, Western Cape Government 
 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year National Diploma in Environmental, Natural, Physical, Earth or Engineering Sciences; A valid code B driving licence. Recommendations: An appropriate B-Degree (or higher qualification) in Environmental, Natural, Physical, Earth or Engineering Sciences; Project Management experience; Knowledge of coastal and environmental management, legislation, policies and regulations. 
Competencies: Knowledge of coastal and environmental management and ecological processes; Knowledge of relevant coastal and environmental legislation; Excellent communication and presentation skills; Good communication (written, verbal and presentation) skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape; Proven computer literacy skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.); Must be able to meet strict deadlines; Self-motivated and able to use own initiative; Ability to work well under pressure; The ability to work well within a team and independently; Honesty and Integrity. 
  
DUTIES : Support the administration and the implementation of the NEM: Integrated Coastal Management Act, 2008 (Act No. 24 of 2008) and any other applicable legislation, policies, strategies and programmes pertaining to coastal management (including but not limited to the Public Launch Site Regulations and the Estuary Management Protocol); Support the provincial lead agency for coastal management with the development/review and implementation of the Provincial Coastal Management Programme and any other programmes developed to facilitate the implementation of the ICM Act, the Provincial Coastal Management Programme and associated regulations, policies or strategies applicable to the coastal zone; To support the provincial lead agency for coastal management to conduct research / surveys in respect of Coastal Systems / issues and data collection; Support the provincial lead agency for coastal management with the provision of an integrated coastal management regulatory, advisory, advocacy, governance, planning and support service; Provision of advice and support to internal and external stakeholders (including municipalities) through representation on committees and forums as well the development of legislation, policies, guidelines etc.; Ensure that relevant organs of state are capacitated with respect to their responsibilities and mandates in terms of the ICM Act and other relevant legislation, policies, protocols and programmes applicable to the coastal zone. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms I Bekko at (021) 483 3370