Environmental Officer (production Level): Coastal Management

In brief

Overview This document explains the role of an Environmental Officer (Production Level) specialising in Coastal Management within the Western Cape Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning. The position, with reference number EADP 20/2026, is based in the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government. The salary for this Grade A position ranges from R357,597 to R395,352 per annum, as per OSD prescriptions. What you will do * Providing technical advice in support of the administration and implementation of NEM: ICMA and other applicable legislation, policies and strategies pertaining to coastal and estuary management. * Supporting the administration and implementation of the NEM: ICMA and other applicable legislation, regulations, policies and strategies pertaining to coastal management. * Support compliance and enforcement of NEM: ICMA. * Support the implementation of the Provincial Estuarine Management Programme which gives effect to the NEM: ICM Act: National Estuarine Management Protocol. * Supporting project, administrative and financial management. Requirements (from the original advert) * An appropriate recognised 3-year B-Degree or Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental, Natural, Earth or Engineering Sciences. * A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence. * **Competencies:** Working knowledge of the following: Coastal and environmental management and ecological process; Relevant coastal, environmental and estuary legislation; Coastal, environmental and estuary management; Project management; Facilitation / stakeholder engagements. * **Skills:** Driving; Typing; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Language skills; Information Technology; Report writing; Honesty and Integrity; Timeframes; Excellent communication and presentation skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Who should apply A candidate with a relevant 3-year B-Degree or Diploma in Environmental, Natural, Earth or Engineering Sciences, who possesses a valid driver's license. The ideal applicant should have working knowledge of coastal and environmental management, relevant legislation, project management, and stakeholder engagement. They should also demonstrate strong skills in driving, typing, computer literacy (MS Office), language, IT, report writing, and exhibit honesty, integrity, and excellent communication and presentation abilities. The role requires someone capable of working both independently and collaboratively within a team. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/western-cape-department-of-environmental-affairs-and-development-planning-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-eadp-20-2026 Source: govpage

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• Project management
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