Environmental Officer Production Grade A - C

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**Overview** The role of an Environmental Officer Production Grade A - C at the Department of Water and Sanitation involves performing assessments related to Water Use License Applications (WULAs), engaging with clients and other stakeholders, evaluating hydrological and environmental information, and assisting in the development and implementation of policies and guidelines under the National Water Act. This position contributes to integrated water resource management and protection within the public sector. **What you will do** * Assess completeness of WULAs and conduct site inspections. * Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to obtain outstanding information during WULA assessments. * Request scientific input within the Department using the specified templates. * Access and evaluate Hydrological and Environmental information with regard to license applications. * Assist in development of policies and guidelines for the implementation of National Water Act NWA, 36 of 1998, with regard to the water use sector. * Perform final assessment of information submitted by Water Use License Applicants and input from internal specialists. * Draft record of recommendations (RoRs) and resultant decision documents. * Draft license conditions to control/mitigate the negative impacts of water uses. * Assist in responding to queries from clients within and outside the department. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Sciences. * One 1 year working experience including internship or experiential learning will serve as an added advantage. * The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. * Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection. * Knowledge and understanding of the water sector: relevant legislations NWA, CARA and NEMA, MPRDA together with the related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines, tools and procedures; policy development, implementation and monitoring. * Skills and experience in management of human resources. * Excellent communication skills including verbal, report writing, presentation skills. * Sound interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team. * Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as well as travel country wide. * Proven liaison and networking skills especially as they relate to Corporative Governance and stakeholder engagement. **Who should apply** An ideal candidate for this role is someone with a National Diploma in Environmental Management or Natural Sciences, possessing a sound understanding of integrated water resource management, water resource protection, and relevant water sector legislations. The role requires strong communication, interpersonal, liaison, and networking skills, along with the ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates must be prepared to work abnormal hours, under pressure, and travel country-wide. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/environmental-officer-production-grade-a-c-department-of-water-and-sanitation-7 Source: myjobmag

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