Environmental Officer Specialised Production at Mpumalanga Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs

MINIMUM - COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of relevant Public Service Regulatory Framework (Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Finance Management).
• Practical knowledge of and experience in working with the National Environmental Management Act, Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, associated Instruments, and policies, guidelines, norms and standards related to Integrated Environmental Management.
• Understanding and knowledge of all environmental prescripts applicable for EIA. Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team. Excellent verbal and written communications skills, including negotiation and diplomacy.
• Experience in project administration, and policy analysis and development. Resourceful, and an ability to operate Microsoft office programmes effectively. Ability to work under pressure within strict timelines. Ability to write and interpret technical reports and documents. A valid driver’s license.

REQUIREMENTS

• Grade 12 plus a recognised Bachelor’s Degree (NQF7) or related qualification in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Environmental Law, or Environmental Sciences.
• Minimum of 4 years post qualification experience in Environmental Management, of which at least three (2) years must be in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Registration with EAPASA in terms of Section 24H of NEMA. 

DUTIES:

• Review and administer applications for environmental authorisations and all associated reports submitted to the District office in terms of the appropriate legislation, and draft recommendations for enforceable environmental authorisations; evaluate and provide comment for applications for mining activities where the Department of Mineral Resources is the Competent Authority; evaluate and comment on Land Use Applications; maintain accurate registers of all applications and authorisations; facilitate the implementation of other Integrated Environmental Management tools;
• Provide specialised technical input and advice on impact management to clients, stakeholders and communities; perform administrative and related functions.