Control Environmental Officer: Grade A (Environmental Information Management And Reporting) at North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric (Grade 12) Certificate plus 4-year degree (NQF 7) majoring in the field of Information Management or Environmental Management or equivalent. Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in environmental management and information management. Experience in use of spatial data. Valid drivers’ licence code 08 (EB).

Competencies:

• Knowledge on environmental indicators. Sound knowledge of South African Environmental Legislation, Policies, Protocols and Interventions. Knowledge of various other national, local and provincial government laws, strategies and plans affecting the environment (e.g. NDP, PDP, EIP). General awareness of environmental issues. Knowledge on Public Service delivery and of Batho Pele principles. Advanced computer literacy in MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook). Experience in the use of GIS software. Good verbal and written communication skills. Environmental indicators framework. Database management. Data processing and interpretation skills. Managerial skills: project Management skills, financial management analytical skills. Time management skills. Conflict management skills. Report writing skills. Personal attributes: conscientious, dedicated, innovative, organised and ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work in a team and independently.

DUTIES :

• Provide effective reporting services for the Programme Environmental Services eg. Reporting on implementation of the Environmental Sector Local Government Implementation Plan, Compilation and submission of departmental Monthly, Quarterly and Annual reports for Chief Directorate. Liaise with stakeholders on all aspects of environmental reporting. Coordinate Strategic Planning activities for the Chief Directorate. Develop an integrated state of the environment reporting system including the collection of data and development of provincial environmental performance indicators. Support the state of environment reporting at local level. Participate and provide input into relevant National and Provincial Forums. Develop and maintain an integrated Environmental Information Management System, including GIS, to support reporting, spatial information, environmental permitting, impact assessments and various information systems as require by legislation. Overall management of information management system projects and other related projects. Mapping, storage and processing of spatial data in line with the District Development Model and DPME guideline. Perform administrative duties related to the post and assist with budget inputs and planning. Manage staff and resources within the subdirectorate

Deadline:7th November,2025