Job Requirements
Master’s Degree (MSc) in Water Resource Management, Hydrology, Disaster Risk Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Climate Science or related Natural Science qualification. PhD will serve as an added advantage. Six (6) years post-qualification BSc Natural Scientific experience in the relevant Scientific field. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Extensive knowledge of the Disaster Management Act, National Disaster Management Framework, National Water Act, National Water Resource Strategy, Climate Change legislation and related policies. Good liaison, organizational skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills. A sound knowledge of programme and project management, application of scientific methodologies and models, and technical report writing. Knowledge and experience of using electronic communication platforms and internet. Knowledge of risk assessment tools and disaster management systems. Understanding of hydrological, meteorological and climate information systems. Knowledge of GIS, data analytics and decision-support systems. Strategic leadership and people management skills. Financial management skills. Ability to work under pressure and travel extensively.
Duties
The successful candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following: Provide strategic leadership and direction for the implementation of water-related disaster management programmes, policies, frameworks, and plans. Lead the identification, assessment, monitoring, and management of water-related disaster risk, which include conducting water-related disaster risk assessments, flood and drought risk profiles reviewed and updated annually, early warning advisories and risk reports issued to stakeholders and identified high-risk areas with updated mitigation plans. Coordinate disaster preparedness, response, and recovery interventions to reduce the impact of water-related disasters. Lead the development or review of contingency and emergency preparedness plans. Coordinate the reporting on the disaster management activities between all relevant stakeholders, consolidate and submitted to the relevant structure including the National Disaster Management Centre. Lead research on water-related disasters, climate variability, and climate change impacts. Promote the use of GIS, modelling tools, predictive analytics, and other decision-support systems. Identify and implement best practices and innovative approaches in disaster risk reduction and management. Oversee the development of scientific reports, technical studies, and knowledge products. Facilitate collaboration and ensure compliance with disaster management legislation and sector requirements. Coordinate stakeholder forums, task teams, and committee meetings convened or attended and awareness and capacity building. Monitor and evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of disaster management programmes and interventions. Manage financial, human, and other resources to ensure effective programme delivery. Provide scientific advice to the Department’s senior management and relevant stakeholders on water-related disaster matters. Establish and maintain networks of disaster management and water experts.
What is the Salary
R1 143 468 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package)
Location
Pretoria Head Office
How to Apply
Ms M Mofokeng Tel No: (012) 336 6560
All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
Apply Before:
27 November 2026
Reference No:
271126/04
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