Job Description

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Job Purpose

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage and coordinate - the human resources, finances, administration, performance and information management, environmental complaints, inspections, investigations and joint operations, and the training and capacity building exercises of the Sub-Directorate: Environmental Law Enforcement Region 3.

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Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 4-year Degree (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental Management, Natural or Environmental Science, Law or a related field; A minimum of 6 years relevant post-qualification experience in environmental management; A valid (Code B) driving licence.

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Recommendation

A valid Environmental Management Inspector Basic Training Course Certificate.

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Key Performance Areas

Manage the following: Operations and administration of the sub-directorate; Co-ordinate the law enforcement functions of the sub-directorate; Sub-directorates performance and information management; Co-ordinate/ participate in forums, training and capacity building exercises.

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Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

Environmental legislation; Law Enforcement and Compliance; Constitutional law, administrative law, criminal law; EMI Operating Manual; Interpretation of legislation; Principles of environmental management; Policies and procedures of the Directorate/Department; EMI and Public Service Code of Conduct.



Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package; Written and verbal communication; Ability to manage and lead a team; Ability to communicate freely and easily with colleagues and clients alike; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Ability to deal with and resolve conflict and have good people skills; Trustworthy and reliable; Professional, organised and meticulous; Citizen centric and Customer Focus.

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Remuneration

Grade A - R 612 480 per annum (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

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Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.



By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from

Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00

. Contact the helpline at

086 137 0214

. For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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