Environmental Officer (Specialised Production): Response Integration/Adaptation

Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government

Western Cape Government · ·

Posted 14 Nov 2026 · Apply by 30 Nov 2026

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Supports and leads climate-change research, communication, municipal support, adaptation planning and climate-finance work. Requires a four-year Honours degree in specified science fields or relevant engineering qualification and a Code B licence. Salary: R518 769 - R717 846 per annum, OSD as prescribed. Number of posts: 2. Reference: EADP 22/2026.

How to apply

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

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Responsibilities

Provide support to / lead on research projects (e.g. Climate Change Adaptation and Gender Mainstreaming).
Making technical contributions to the development of concept notes and project proposals.
Assist with communication and awareness-raising for the unit.
Maintain and keep up to date climate change response projects database.
Develop presentations on climate change responses & deliver them to government, civil society and business.
Organise meetings, climate change awareness events, seminars and conferences.
Participate in Strategic planning and programmes at the Chief Directorate and Directorate level.
Supporting the Climate Change Municipal Support Programme, Municipal IDP reviews, the departmental municipal support programme reporting requirements, SIME, TIME and ad-hoc engagements.
Respond to ad-hoc climate change matters arising within the Departmental.
Compile the Western Cape Climate Change Response Biennial M&E Report (Data acquisition).
Undertake Pilot Climate Budget Tagging for the municipalities.
Support the integration of climate change into sector and stakeholder group strategies and programmes.
Provide support on the development, implementation and review of the Western Cape Climate Change Adaptation Pathway project.
Assist in commenting on policy, legislation and ministerial queries relating to adaptation and climate resilience.
Support with research and knowledge management.

Qualifications

An appropriate 4 Year Honours Degree in Natural, Physical or Environmental Sciences or relevant Engineering qualification or equivalent.
A valid Code B (or higher) driving license.

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