Senior Specialist: Carbon TAX and Emissions Trading

Overview

Oversee the implementation and administration of the Carbon Tax, coordinating with SARS on verification processes and carbon budget compliance.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree (NQF 9) in Chemical Engineering, Natural or Environmental Sciences or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• Five (5) years’ experience in the relevant field.
• Knowledge of environmental and development issues (globally, regionally, locally).
• Good understanding of emissions estimation methodologies for industrial processes.
• Ability to conduct research.
• Knowledge of independent verification processes.
• Programme and Project Management.
• Knowledge of carbon tax legislation, GHG reporting.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Knowledge of corporate GHG reporting frameworks, GHG Protocol, Corporate Accounting and reporting standards, GRI Standards.
• Good analytical and mathematical competency.
• Knowledge of Climate change mitigation issues, including legal and policy frameworks, economics and technical aspects of low-carbon development, and carbon finance.
• Ability to gather and analyse information.
• Modelling and coordination.
• Good communication (written and spoken), analytical, organisational and report writing skills.
• Information Management.
• Sense of responsibility and loyalty.

Duties

• Oversee the implementation and administration of the Carbon Tax.
• Coordinate with SARS for carbon tax verification processes.
• Work with SARS to ensure the Carbon Tax- Carbon Budget compliance accounting system is working efficiently and errors are avoided.
• Facilitate workshops and consultations to improve reporting quality and compliance.
• Represent the department in intergovernmental and technical forums on GHG reporting and carbon tax.
• Manage and implement data validation and verification procedures.
• Oversee the reviews of GHG emissions reports submitted by regulated entities.
• Validate data accuracy against prescribed methodologies under the Climate Change Act and Carbon Tax Act.
• Oversee the Identification discrepancies and initiate corrective actions with data providers.
• Prepare verification reports for internal use and for SARS to support carbon tax liability assessments.
• Prepare an annual report on the state of carbon tax/trading emissions accounting containing recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Implement Quality Assurance and Quality Control measures within data systems.
• Design and implement robust Quality Assurance/Quality Control protocols for emissions data.
• Conduct periodic audits of data systems and reporting processes.
• Train internal teams and external stakeholders on QA/QC standards.
• Develop Emission Methodologies.
• Guide the development, refinement, and implementation of emissions reporting methodologies, tools, and sector- specific approaches for regulated activities.
• Provide technical guidance and clarification to industry on emissions estimation methods, data quality requirements, and reporting obligations.
• Strengthen emissions reporting frameworks while maintaining regulatory integrity.
• Periodically review the validation and verification guidelines for GHG emissions reporting, carbon budgets and mitigation plans.

How to apply

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/

Enquiries: Mr. J Witi Tel No: (012) 399 9048

Notes

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. 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. Following the interview and technical passement for all SMS posts, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.