Matric (Grade12) certificate plus four-year degree in Environmental Sciences (Natural/Physical/Environmental Sciences). Minimum of ten (10) years’ post- qualification experience in environmental management with a focus on or experience in climate change. Valid driver’s license). Competencies Sound knowledge of: Development and implementation of environmental policies, legislation, strategies, action plans and standards; Provincial strategies and implementation plans affecting climate change; Public service delivery and Batho Pele principles; Environmental issues specifically with climate change mitigation and adaptation measures. Relevant skills: Project management, budgeting and financial management; Managerial and supervisory abilities; Stakeholder engagement, Negotiation and conflict management; Advanced written and verbal communication and report writing; Computer literacy, including GIS and MS Office. Personal attributes: conscientious, dedicated, innovative, organised and able to meet deadlines; capable of working both independently and in a team.
Oversee project management, human resource management and financial management of the sub-directorate. Coordinate climate change policy development processes, programmes, projects and initiatives at departmental and provincial levels. Develop legislated tools, policies, procedures, systems and guidelines to guide decision-making in line with the Climate Change Act 2024. Track progress on provincial climate change responses and ensure targets in the North West Climate Change Response Implementation Plan are met. Integrate climate change considerations into strategies and planning processes at provincial and local government levels. Conduct and commission research to support climate change policy development and decision-making. Participate in and support national, provincial and local climate change forums and comment on related legislation, policies and strategies. Lead stakeholder consultations and capacity-building sessions within provincial and local government; organise and deliver workshops, seminars and presentations to government, business, civil society and other stakeholders. Provide leadership, human resource and financial management to the sub-directorate, including project management, budgeting, expenditure and procurement processes. Prepare and to E submit monthly and quarterly reports and contribute to planning and evaluation processes.
R612 480 per annum, (OSD Determination)
7 November 2025
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