Agriculture & Environment

Deputy Director:Risk and Integrity Management – Nature Conservation REF NO: DD- RIM-NC 01/November 2026

Risk & Integrity Management Practitioner REF NO

Location
Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Salary (as advertised)
R932 292 – R1 098 195 per year
Minimum qualification
Diploma
Closing date

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Overview This is a job for an Environmental Officer (Production Grade A-C) in Environmental Planning and Governance. The role is offered at a salary of R357 597 – R395 352 per annum (OSD). Positions are available across multiple districts: eThekwini, Ilembe, Ugu, Amajuba, and Harry Gwala. The role is likely within the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (inferred from the reference link). What you will do The incumbent will be required to: * Provide environmental management support to municipalities and other organs of state/private entities. * Support the management of Special Area management programmes and projects (including coastal zone management, threatened ecosystem, mountain catchment areas, wetlands, climate change adaptation and mitigation programmes and projects, etc.). * Support the implementation of sustainable development planning initiatives and projects. * Provide support in ensuring effective and efficient environmental information management system(s) within the district municipality. * Perform all administrative and delegated work-related functions. Requirements (from the original advert) The ideal candidate must have: * An appropriate four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management / Natural Sciences as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of one to two (1-2) years’ relevant experience in the Environmental Management field. * A valid driver’s licence (code B). * Knowledge and understanding of: * The objects and provisions of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998, and associated legislation. * Sound working knowledge of key environmental legislation, policies, and frameworks governing environmental management. * Regulatory Frameworks including Sustainable Development Frameworks; Environmental Management Legislation framework; Development management legislative framework; Cooperative Governance Frameworks; Governance Planning, Evaluation and Reporting Frameworks, and Strategy Implementation Planning Frameworks. * Regulatory Framework for the Public Service (e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Skills Development Act, Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles)). * Demonstrated skills in: Ability to communicate at all levels with relevant stakeholders; Ability to evaluate and review documents; adaptive learning skills; ambidexterity in regular operations versus project initiatives execution; Technical Report writing, Policy Development and Analysis, Scientific Presentation; Research and Development, Mentoring, Administrative Management; Financial Management; Project Management; Computer Literacy, Report writing; change management, information management, spatial information management, organizational and event management, Analytical and Research skills; Presentation skills; Decision Making, People Management; Conflict Management; Good Interpersonal Relations; Problem Solving; Communication Skills (verbal and written). * Demonstrated values/attributes: integrity, respect, honesty, discipline, teamwork, vision, transparency, commitment. Who should apply This role is suitable for candidates with an appropriate four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management or Natural Sciences (SAQA recognised) and at least 1-2 years of relevant experience in the environmental management field. Applicants must possess a valid Code B driver’s licence. The ideal candidate will have comprehensive knowledge of national environmental legislation (e.g., NEMA), key environmental policies, and various regulatory frameworks, including those for sustainable development, environmental management, and public service. Strong practical skills are required across areas such as technical report writing, policy development, project management, financial management, analytical skills, and effective communication with diverse stakeholders. Furthermore, applicants should embody values such as integrity, respect, honesty, discipline, teamwork, vision, transparency, and commitment. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/environmental-officer-production-grade-a-c-environmental-planning-and-governance-kwazulu-natal-department-of-economic-development-tourism-and-environmental-affairs Source: myjobmag

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  • At least 3 years of experience.
  • Project management

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Job description

SALARY: R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum (Level 11) CENTRE: Head Office: Pietermaritzburg REQUIREMENTS: * The ideal candidate must have: An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree / Three-year National Diploma in Risk Management / Ethics Management at NQF Level 6/7 as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of 3 years of junior management experience in a Risk Management / Integrity Management environment. Professional certification in Risk Management/Ethics or a postgraduate qualification or active registration with a Risk or Ethics Professional Body or demonstrable relevant experience within an environmental management and nature conservation environment will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s License. DUTIES: * Develop risk, business continuity and integrity management strategies, systems (methodologies, models and tools etc.), policies and annual plans; Manage, implement, review and improve the risk, business continuity and integrity management framework; Facilitate institutionalisation of risk, business continuity and integrity management; Establish and maintain good relationships with relevant stakeholders such as Risk Management Committee/ Audit Committee/ Ethics Committees/ Forums. * Skills, Training, And Competencies: The successful candidate must have a sound knowledge and understanding of a variety of aspects, including risk management policies and Frameworks, Integrity Management Policies and Frameworks, Risk Management Principles and Practices, Government systems, and Treasury Regulations. * Knowledge of Integrity Management Policies and Framework. Sound knowledge and understanding of the Public Service Regulatory Framework, e.g., Public Service Act, PFMA, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, Labour Relations Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employee Performance Management System, Skills Development Act, Promotion of Access to Information Act, National Development Plan, Project Management Principles, Service Delivery Frameworks (Batho Pele Principles). * Skills: Problem-solving and analysis, people and diversity management, accountability and ethical conduct, commitment to a high level of quality control, organisational skills, report writing skills, good communication skills, facilitation and presentation skills, strong project management and planning skills, computer skills, Communication skills (verbal and written), presentation skills, report writing, planning and organising skills, basic financial and supply chain management skills, good interpersonal skills, good research and analytical skills, time management skills, relationship management skills. * Attributes such as integrity and sound judgement, ability to work under pressure and maintain, leadership and stakeholder engagement, ability to handle sensitive information and complex governance matters objectively, professionalism, respect, honesty, teamwork, vision, transparency, commitment, and confidentiality.

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