Deputy Director-general: Water Resource Management

Overview

Deputy Director-general: Water Resource Management at Management Echlon.

Requirements

• A post graduate qualification (NQF Level 8) as recognized by SAQA in Water Resource Management, Geohydrology / Hydrology, Environmental Management, Civil and Environmental Engineering or other post-graduate engineering or science qualifications related to the water sector.
• Eight (8) years of experience at a senior management level.
• Successful completion of the Pre- entry Certificate for SMS as endorsed by the National School of Government.
• Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Regulations, Water Services Act, PFMA and Access to Information Act (MISS).
• Knowledge of human resources policies and prescripts.
• Understanding of corporate governance, scientific research methodologies and scientific standards.
• Knowledge and understanding of strategic capacity and leadership.
• Understanding of programme and project management.
• Knowledge, change and financial management.
• Service delivery and innovation.
• Problem solving and analysis.
• People management and empowerment.
• Client orientation and customer focus.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Accountability and ethical conduct.

Duties

• Oversee the development and maintenance of National Water Resource Strategy and plan for adequate water resource availability.
• Monitor and support the Implementation of the National Water Resource Strategy and catchment management strategies.
• Lead the strategic direction in monitoring and providing water resource information.
• Oversee the establishment, maintenance and monitoring of surface and ground water information.
• Oversee the development and implementation of measures for protection and conservation of water resources.
• Ensure the development and implementation of ground and surface water resource classification.
• Oversee the establishment, monitoring, and support of entities responsible for water resource management.
• Manage the establishment of water management institutions.
• Lead the development of policies, strategies, and systems to drive strategic deliverables within the Branch.

How to apply

Enquiries: Dr Sean Phillips Tel No: (012) 336 7573