Environmental Officer Control Grade A: Development Planning Intelligent Management

About

Three-year environmental-management contract focused on biodiversity systems, scientific advice, capacity building and compliance investigations. Requires a four-year environmental/natural science qualification with Botany, six years' post-qualification experience and a Code B licence. Salary: R636 798 per annum, OSD as prescribed plus 37% in lieu of benefits. Terms of service: 3-year contract. Reference: EADP 24/2026. Duty station: Western Cape Government.

How to apply

Apply online only via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of systems (including information management systems), decision-making processes, policies and protocols to promote and maintain healthy natural ecosystems, habitats and landscapes and a sustainable environment in the Western Cape Province.
• Perform scientific advisory, regulatory and liaison functions as well as compiling reports and correspondence relating to biodiversity.
• Initiate/participate in internal and external capacity building exercises and provide accurate reporting of statistical information.
• Conduct inspections and investigations into complaints and referrals of non-compliance with environmental legislation and ensure biodiversity priorities are integrated in enforcement actions.

Qualifications

• An appropriate 4-year Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Natural or Environmental Science or a related field with Botany as a major subject.
• A minimum of 6 years’ relevant post-qualification experience.
• A valid driving licence (Code B or higher).