Control Environmental Officer Grade a

Overview

Control Environmental Officer positions in Bloemfontein and Pretoria requiring a 4-year degree in Natural or Environmental Sciences and six years of experience to implement the National Water Act.

Requirements

• A 4-year Degree or equivalent qualification in Natural or Environmental Sciences Six (6) years post-qualification experience.
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
• Knowledge of the National Water Act and all water- related and relevant Environmental Management legislation and policies.
• Sound knowledge of all aspects and processes related to Resource Directed Measures and Integrated Water Resource Management.
• Knowledge and experience on River Health Monitoring and indices.
• Knowledge and understanding of the tools developed for Reserve determination.
• Proven ability and experience to write and interpret technical and scientific reports and documents and assist with the management of projects.
• Proven management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work productively in an environment consisting of multidisciplinary internal and external VOCMA staff and stakeholders.
• Computer literacy.
• Good written and verbal communication, presentation and report writing skills.
• Able to provide technical and scientific support to other VOCMA functions as well as the ability to capacitate and act as a mentor and supervisor to junior staff.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact with communities and stakeholder groups.

Duties

• Implementation of the National Water Act 36 of 1998 with the focus on Resource Directed Measures (RDM).
• The implementation of the Reserve in the WMA.
• Implementation and co-ordination of the Adopt-a-River Initiative (ARI).
• River Health Monitoring in the Vaal-Orange Water Management Area, Conduct low confidence reserves, including running hydrological and other relevant models where necessary.
• Organize field trips and assist with the preparation of the required supportive technical information as well as the writing of technical and other reports.
• Liaise with the Department Water and Sanitation on Adopt-a-River initiatives, reserve determination and implementation, River Health Programme and other programmes.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding RDM initiatives, especially ARI.
• Integrate reserve determinations with other VOCMA functions such as water use license applications and provide general technical and scientific support and comments.
• Develop ToR’s and manage PSPs.
• Participate in capacity building programmes and mentorship programmes for junior staff.
• Prepare monthly reports and quarterly reports.
• Ensure adherence to deadlines on submissions as per the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Manage and ensure effective financial planning for water resource management.
• Supervise staff in accordance with VOCMA policies and procedures.

How to apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Enquiries: Mr V Magwala Tel No: (012) 392 1300

Notes

Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity documents, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Vaal-Orange Catchment Management Agency is a Public Water Resource Management Agency, established in line with the provisions of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act no 36 of 1998) (NWA) and National Water Policy for South Africa. It is an entity of the National Department of Water and Sanitation. Employees appointed in the CMA have similar employment terms and conditions as those of employees appointed in terms of the Public Service Act, though not employed in terms of the Public Service Act. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The agency reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. OTHER POSTS