Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
Salary band
R 1 551 807
Closing date
28 September 2026
Reference
C6/26/1
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Department
Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism
Directorate
Environmental Quality Management
Location
Head Office: Polokwane
Salary
R1 317 384 – R1 551 807 per annum (Level 13), (an all-inclusive remuneration package). Note: The remuneration package includes a basic (70% of packages), State contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund (13% of basic salary) and a flexible portion which can be structured according to the individuals’ personal needs
Requirements
Grade 12 plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Natural Science / Environmental Sciences / Environmental Management / Air Quality Management / Atmospheric Sciences or equivalent as recognized by SAQA. A post graduate qualification in the related field will be an added advantage. Five (5) years of experience at middle / senior managerial level. Extensive experience in the related field. Successful completion of Pre-entry Certificate for SMS as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). EAPASA Registration in terms of S24H of NEMA as Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP). Valid driver’s license (with exception of person with disability). Competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership. Programme and Project Management. Change Management. Financial Management. People Management and Empowerment. Knowledge Management. Problem Solving and Decision making. Client orientation and customer focus. Communication. Service delivery innovation. Skills And Knowledge: In-depth knowledge and application of the National Environmental Management Act and SEMA’s, Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act and its associated reputation, and other related environmental legislation, policies and procedures that affect the environment. Must have proven verbal written communication and computer skills. Ability to timeously produce through and informative documents, and formulate clear, concise and legally defensible decisions. Analytical thinking and ability to identify, analyse, synthesize and communicate environmental related issues. Must be able to work both independently and in a team, ability to work under strenuous conditions and able to interact with a diversity of clients and staff. Ability to mediate in and resolve conflict resolution situations. Strong organisational, coordination and planning ability. Diplomacy and professional conduct.
Duties
Ensure implementation of an integrated environmental management system through various tools inter alia Environmental Impact Assessments, and environmental authorisation systems and Environmental Management Frameworks (EMFs) and other planning tools. Manage the implementation of air quality management legislation, policies and systems at provincial level and provide support air quality management interventions at local, national and international levels. Manage and implement air quality management tools such as the declaration of air quality priority areas, ambient air quality monitoring syste
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 551 807. 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.
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