Environmental Officer Production Grade A – C at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• A national diploma in environmental management or natural science in any (1) of the following fields: Agriculture, Agricultural Integrated Water Resource Management, Hydrology (Surface or Ground), Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Water Utilization, Water Resource Engineering, and/or Geohydrology. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Two (2) years of appropriate / recognizable experience in an area after obtaining the relevant qualification will be an added advantage. Sound knowledge of integrated water resource management and water resource protection.
• Knowledge and understanding of the water sector, including relevant legislation (NWA, CARA, NEMA, and MPRDA) together with the related policies, regulations, principles, guidelines, tools, and procedures; policy development, implementation, and monitoring. Excellent communication skills, including verbal, report writing, and presentation skills. Sound interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team. Willingness to work abnormal hours and under pressure as well as travel nationwide. Proven liaison and networking skills, especially as they relate to corporate governance and stakeholder engagement.

Duties

• Assess completeness of WULAs and conduct site inspections. Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to obtain outstanding information during WULA assessments. Request scientific inputs within the VOCMA as well as the Department of Water and Sanitation using the specified templates. Access and evaluate hydrological, environmental, and technical information regarding license applications. Assist in the development of policies and guidelines for the implementation of the National Water Act (NWA), 36 of 1998, regarding the water use sector.
• Final assessment of information submitted by Water Use License Applicants and input from internal specialists. Drafting record of recommendations (RoRs) and resultant decision documents. Draft license conditions to control / mitigate the negative impacts of water uses. Assist in responding to queries from clients within and outside the department.