Environmental Officer Specialised Production: Integrated

Overview

Environmental Officer position in the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment in Pretoria to process EIA decisions under NEMA.

Requirements

• Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Environmental Sciences or relevant equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Environmental Management or relevant field.
• Experience in processing EIA decisions and currently involved in the EIA sector.
• Appropriate knowledge and experience in the application of National Environmental Management Act as amended with specific reference to S24 and National Environmental Management: Waste Act.
• Knowledge and experience of GN Regulation 982, 983, 984, 985 and 994 and its proposed amendments.
• Thorough knowledge of integrated environmental management and its application.
• Knowledge of sustainable development ideals and objectives.
• Working experience in the administration and review of EIA’s and the dynamics of EIA administration systems.
• Advanced computer literacy skills will serve as an added advantage.
• Attendance of environmental management or EIA courses, and GIS skills will serve as an added advantage.
• Good interpersonal relations and diplomatic skills.
• Good communication skills (written, oral and graphic).
• Good organising, planning and reporting skills.
• Ability to gather and analyse information.
• Ability to develop and apply policies.
• Ability to work individually and in a team.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Duties

• Processing EIA (Environmental Integrated Authorisations) final decisions;
• Receive a draft report.
• Comment on the draft.
• Receive a final report.
• Verify, review and analyse information and conditions.
• Ensure final decisions (environmental authorization (EAs) are routed within timeframe.
• Processing of other EIA (Environmental Integrated Authorisations) decisions and NEMA section 24G applications submitted;
• Comments on draft reports (BARs/SRs/EIRs) & application forms, acknowledgement and comments on EA amendment applications (part 1 & 2), Comments on EMPr amendments, EMPr approvals, EA amendment, MMPs, exemptions, all S24G decisions, etc.
• Coordinate and interact with stakeholders and provide guidance during planned and impromptu meetings as well as during site visits to clarify EIA (Environmental Integrated Authorisations) related matters;
• Attend project specific and preapplication meetings.
• Conduct site inspections.
• Updating of the project priority lists/database.
• Respond to external queries and requests via email.
• EIA Administration & functional support to management and Branches within the Department.
• Archiving decision and projects folders on EDMS.
• Archiving finalized files.
• Provide technical input to Appeals Response Reports (ARR’s).

How to apply

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

Enquiries: Ms. B Ncube Tel No: (012) 399 9368

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. All shortlisted candidates for SMS will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preference, emotional intelligence and integrity. 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. MANAGEMENT ECHELON