Control Environmental Officer Grade A: Environmental Impact Management

Requirements

The ideal candidate must have: An appropriate Honours or equivalent qualification in Natural Sciences, Environmental Management, Environmental Law, or Environmental Sciences. EAPASA Registration in terms of S24H of NEMA. 6 years’ experience in Environmental Management, of which a minimum of 3 years must be in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). A valid driver’s license. Skills, Training, and Competencies: The successful candidate must have practical knowledge of the Environmental Impact Assessment process; good working knowledge of Environmental Legislation and policies; knowledge and understanding of the environmental impact hierarchy and regulations; sound understanding of other integrated 141 environmental management tools; knowledge and understanding of the regulatory framework for the Public Service e.g. Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulation; Public Sector Regulations, Labour Relations Act. Understanding the objectives and provisions of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998, and associated legislation. Skills: Ability to communicate at all levels with relevant stakeholders. Ability to evaluate and review documents; Administrative management; Financial management; Project management; computer literacy, Report writing; Analytical and research skills; Presentation skills; decision making, people management; research skills; Conflict management; good interpersonal relations; problem solving; communication skills (verbal and written).

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent will be required to: Facilitate and coordinate the EIA process, including the development of Environmental Authorizations, conditions of authorizations, and or exemptions. Facilitate and coordinate the dissemination of information and technical or procedural advice relating to impact management. Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of other IEM tools. Perform and manage administrative and related functions.

How to Apply

Enquiries

Mr. T Gambu Tel No: (033) 328 8041

Notes

All the appointments will be made in accordance with the employment equity targets of the department, which is African Male, Coloured Male, Indian Male. People with Disabilities who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates must note that they will have to serve in the districts where they are placed for a minimum of five (05) Years before any transfers within the department can be considered.