Environmental Officer - Environmental Empowerment Management Services

In brief

**Overview** This outlines the role of an Environmental Officer within the Environmental Empowerment Management Services business unit of the Kwazulu-Natal Department Of Economic Development, Tourism And Environmental Affairs. There are three (3) available posts with reference number EO–EMS 03/SEPT 2026. The positions are located across the Umgungundlovu, Harry Gwala, and Ethekwini Districts, offering an annual salary ranging from R357,597 to R395,352 (OSD). Appointments for these roles will be made in accordance with the department's employment equity targets, with specific encouragement for African male, coloured male, Indian male, and people with disabilities who meet the requirements. Successful candidates should be aware they will be required to serve in their assigned district for a minimum of five (05) years before any transfers within the department can be considered. **What you will do** The incumbent will be required to: * Promote and implement environmental awareness programs. * Implement environmental education programs to assist with the integration of environmental education into formal education structures (such as schools, SETAs, AET, Higher Education, etc). * Identify and implement environmental capacity building programs for the general public and stakeholders through physical interaction and/or web conferencing. * Develop and implement community-based natural resource management and environmental action projects for sustainable development. * Perform administrative support and internal cooperation. **Requirements (from the original advert)** The ideal candidate must have: * An appropriate Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Natural Science, or Geography at NQF7 as recognized by SAQA. * A valid driver’s license. * **Added Advantage:** A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience as an Environmental Management intern, or a demonstration of affinity or passion for environmental education, awareness, and capacity building. * **Skills, Training, And Competencies:** * Practical knowledge of Environmental Legislation (NEMA), including an understanding of the objectives and provisions of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998, and associated legislation. * Knowledge of Project Management, Facilitation of workshops, and Information Management protocols. * Knowledge and understanding of the Republic of South Africa Constitution, National Environmental Management Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, Community Development, Public Participation, Community Outreach, Project Management principles, Millennium Development Goals, National Youth Development Agency Act, Youth Development Policy, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Service Delivery Framework, National Development Plan, Provincial Growth and Development Plan, National Environmental Education policy. * **Specific Skills:** Organizational planning, analytical thinking, project management, computer literacy, report writing, research, presentation, decision-making, people management, strategic planning, conflict management, interpersonal relations, problem-solving, communication (verbal and written). **Who should apply** Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree at NQF7 in Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Natural Science, or Geography, and a valid driver's license are encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will possess practical knowledge of environmental legislation, project management, and various public service and environmental policies. Essential skills include organizational planning, analytical thinking, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal relations. In line with the department's employment equity targets, African male, coloured male, Indian male, and people with disabilities who meet these requirements are specifically encouraged to apply. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/kwazulu-natal-department-of-economic-development-tourism-and-environmental-affairs-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-eo-ems-03-sept-2026 Source: govpage

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