Scientist Manager Grade A

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Overview This is a Scientist Manager Grade A position within the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), specifically in the Water Resource Management Branch, Directorate: Water Resource Management Planning, Sub-Directorate: Water Quality Planning. The role is based at the Pretoria Head Office and offers an all-inclusive OSD salary package of R1,143,468 per annum. The successful candidate will join a team focused on strategic water resource planning, with a specific emphasis on developing and maintaining integrated water quality planning solutions. What you will do * Join a team of professionals responsible for strategic water resource planning, focusing on water quality through the development and maintenance of integrated water quality planning solutions. * Conduct assessment studies to address data and information gaps and needs for water quality planning. * Be responsible for forward planning utilising predictive modelling tools, among other methods. * Formulate planning goals, including the determination of Water Quality Planning Limits. * Be responsible for intervention planning through scenario analysis, reconciliation and allocation of water quality, and the development of programmes, thematic plans and strategies to maintain or improve water resource quality in catchments. * Provide water quality planning decision support and related management information in support of the implementation of water quality interventions. * Provide water quality planning related capacity building. * Contribute to providing national and strategic guidance or advice on resource directed water quality management and water quality planning. * Assist in the planning and conducting of studies or projects, as well as in the writing and compilation of technical scientific reports and documents. * Relate activities to the development, implementation and refinement of policies, strategies, guidelines and methodologies related to water quality planning and management. * Promote integrated planning through stakeholder participation, coordination and management. Requirements (from the original advert) * MSc Degree in chemistry, biochemistry or microbiology or relevant qualification in Water Resource Management. * Six (6) years of applicable post qualification of BSc Natural Scientific experience. * Compulsory professional registration with SACNASP as a professional Natural Scientist. * The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. * Extensive knowledge of, and relevant experience in water quality management. * Computer literacy. * A sound knowledge and the ability to integrate the management of water quality into the holistic management of water resources. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Good comprehension skills. * The ability to interpret data and information. * The ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders. Who should apply An experienced Natural Scientist with an MSc degree in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or a relevant Water Resource Management qualification, complemented by at least six years of post-BSc experience. The ideal candidate will have compulsory professional registration with SACNASP, extensive knowledge and experience in water quality management, and the ability to integrate it into holistic water resource management. They should be proficient in computer literacy, possess excellent written and verbal communication, good comprehension skills, and be capable of interpreting data, information, and collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders. This role suits someone interested in strategic water resource planning, predictive modeling, policy development, and providing national guidance on water quality. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-water-and-sanitation-dws-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-of-2026#spani-ref-301026-04 Source: govpage

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