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CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: EMI CAPACITY

DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Salary band

R 636 978

Closing date

27 July 2026

Reference

RCSM21/2026

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About this role

Department

DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R636 978 per annum, (OSD)

Requirements

Four (4) year Degree (NQF8) in Natural or Environmental Sciences or equivalent qualification within the related field, plus six (6) years’ post qualification experience in the relevant field. Knowledge and experience in the design, development, implementation, presentation, monitoring and evaluation of compliance and enforcement capacity-building programmes. Ability to interact with and provide assistance to a wide range of stakeholders as well as an understanding of intergovernmental relations and co-operative governance. Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills, including the ability to develop training curriculum. Sound knowledge of the legislative framework related to the Environmental Management Inspectorate (EMI) in South Africa.

Duties

To plan, implement, facilitate and participate in the national environmental compliance and enforcement (basic and specialised) capacity-building programme for Environmental Management Inspectors; as well as other relevant regulatory authorities, including South African Revenue Service: Customs (SARS), South African Police Service (SAPS), National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the Border Management Authority (BMA) etc. Administer and facilitate venue procurement oversight, presenter logistics, assessments, curriculum development and review and record keeping. Implement a monitoring and evaluation process in respect of the national compliance and enforcement programme. Provide capacity development support to operational projects of national, provincial and municipal Environmental Management Inspectors and other compliance and enforcement role-players. Liaise and collaborate with international and domestic environmental authorities and donors as well as tertiary education institutions, NGOs and other relevant stakeholders on compliance and enforcement capacity-development initiatives. Develop appropriate training curriculum to be delivered through the national environmental compliance and enforcement capacity-building programme. Monitor the procurement of venues and initiate and administer other related goods and services (including training-related presenters, equipment, publications etc.) required to support the delivery of environmental compliance and enforcement capacity development and operational initiatives.

Enquiries

Mr M Jardine Tel No: (012) 399 9497

Notes

Applications not accompanied by a comprehensive CV and a fully completed Z83 form will not be considered. Only South African Citizens, and Permanent Residents need to apply as per PSR 2016. Applications should be accompanied by a duly completed and signed Z83 form (obtainable from any Public Service department). The post title and reference number must be clearly indicated on the Z83 form. A recent comprehensive CV should be submitted. Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant d

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Requirements

·Four (4) year Degree (NQF8) in Natural or Environmental Sciences or equivalent qualification within the related field, plus six (6) years’ post qualification experience in the relevant field
·Knowledge and experience in the design, development, implementation, presentation, monitoring and evaluation of compliance and enforcement capacity-building programmes
·Ability to interact with and provide assistance to a wide range of stakeholders as well as an understanding of intergovernmental relations and co-operative governance
·Excellent written, verbal and visual communication skills, including the ability to develop training curriculum
·Sound knowledge of the legislative framework related to the Environmental Management Inspectorate (EMI) in South Africa

Key Duties

·To plan, implement, facilitate and participate in the national environmental compliance and enforcement (basic and specialised) capacity-building programme for Environmental Management Inspectors
·as well as other relevant regulatory authorities, including South African Revenue Service: Customs (SARS), South African Police Service (SAPS), National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the Border Management Authority (BMA) etc
·Administer and facilitate venue procurement oversight, presenter logistics, assessments, curriculum development and review and record keeping
·Implement a monitoring and evaluation process in respect of the national compliance and enforcement programme
·Provide capacity development support to operational projects of national, provincial and municipal Environmental Management Inspectors and other compliance and enforcement role-players
·Liaise and collaborate with international and domestic environmental authorities and donors as well as tertiary education institutions, NGOs and other relevant stakeholders on compliance and enforcement capacity-development initiatives
·Develop appropriate training curriculum to be delivered through the national environmental compliance and enforcement capacity-building programme
·Monitor the procurement of venues and initiate and administer other related goods and services (including training-related presenters, equipment, publications etc
·) required to support the delivery of environmental compliance and enforcement capacity development and operational initiatives

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to rcsm21-2026@dffe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: EMI CAPACITY position at DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT?+

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What is the salary for the CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: EMI CAPACITY position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 636 978. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: EMI CAPACITY application close?+

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