Environmental Officer Production Grade A: Socio-Economic Sectors X2 Posts (Ref No: CCQA04/2026) at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural/Environmental Sciences or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (1) years’ experience in environmental management or relevant field. Experience in providing support in the coordination of climate change local and provincial government support programmes and sectoral mainstreaming.
• Knowledge of environmental, international governance and development issues (globally, regionally, locally).
• Knowledge of Climate Change and environmental management and related policies, planning systems/tools, financial Management and associated prescripts.
• Knowledge of HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and conflict management.
• Knowledge of specific computer software packages and efficient use of associated hardware.
• Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation.
• Ability to gather and analyze information.
• Ability to manage and plan activities, including projects and policy matters. Ability to control and manage the budget.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Perform in-house training of interns.
• Good interpersonal relations diplomatic skills, Negotiation skills, Presentation skills, Project management, Computer literate, Stakeholder engagement and Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Extended working hours. Travelling: willingness to travel extensively and work long hours.
• Valid driver’s license.