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DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL EMPOWERMENT SERVICES

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Salary band

R 1 317 384

Closing date

11 September 2026

Reference

DARDLEA/2026/08/02

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga

Location

Head Office

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree at (NQF 7) qualification in Environmental Science / Social Ecology, Environmental Management or relevant qualification on within the related field as recognised by SAQA. Must have. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level within the related field. A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment). Demonstrated management experience in public environmental awareness and education services. Proven ability to draft policies, develop plans, and implement appropriate environmental empowerment programmes and projects to empower disadvantaged communities in terms of environmental sustainability and creation of work opportunities. Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of the policy framework for environmental empowerment and capacity building services, as well as the appropriate Public Services Regulatory Framework (Public Service Act, Public services Regulations Act and Public Finance Management Act), National Environmental Management Act, and Climate Change Act. Knowledge and understanding of the policy and environmental legislative framework governing environmental empowerment services, and public sector prescripts (PSA, PAJA, PFMA and PAIA). Skills in policy drafting, report writing, good interpersonal relations, and strong communications abilities. Analytical thinking, project management, and advanced computer skills. Ability to work both independently and in a multi- disciplinary team, and work under pressure. Excellent time management and discipline in meeting deadlines. Willingness to travel and ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure, as well as leadership, monitoring, and evaluation skills. Competence in project administration, and have innovative, and creative skills in environmental education policies execution, guidelines, norms and standards. Advance skills in Microsoft Office Programmes (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). A valid driver’s license.

Duties

Oversee the provision of environmental empowerment services, develop and implement provincial policies, plans and strategies to empower the public. Provide support to local municipalities in developing waste plans and guidelines aligned to provincial policies and plans. Promote the participation of schools, community groups, stakeholders, and municipalities in environmental empowerment services. Manage the implementation of awareness raising and capacity building services in the province. Undertake and promote appropriate environmental empowerment research, materials development for awareness and education. Empower disadvantaged communities by means of developing appropriate programmes and projects focusing on poverty alleviation and creation of work opportunities in environmental sustainability. Oversee stakeholder relationships, establish and maintain i

About environmental and conservation roles in South Africa

South Africa has a significant environmental management and conservation sector driven by the country's biodiversity, its obligations under international environmental treaties, and expanding renewable energy projects. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, SANParks, and provincial conservation authorities are major public sector employers. Environmental impact assessment practitioners and renewable energy specialists are in growing demand in the private sector.

·EIA practitioners must be registered with EAPASA (Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa) for regulated assessment work.
·Conservation posts with SANParks and provincial nature reserves often require a BSc in Natural Sciences, Ecology, or Conservation Biology.
·Climate and sustainability roles increasingly require knowledge of GHG accounting frameworks such as the GHG Protocol and South Africa's Carbon Tax Act.
·Waste management posts at municipal level require knowledge of the National Environmental Management: Waste Act and municipal by-laws.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Mpumalanga. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·A Bachelor’s Degree at (NQF 7) qualification in Environmental Science / Social Ecology, Environmental Management or relevant qualification on within the related field as recognised by SAQA
  • ·A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level within the related field
  • ·A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment)
  • ·Demonstrated management experience in public environmental awareness and education services
  • ·Proven ability to draft policies, develop plans, and implement appropriate environmental empowerment programmes and projects to empower disadvantaged communities in terms of environmental sustainability and creation of work opportunities
  • ·Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of the policy framework for environmental empowerment and capacity building services, as well as the appropriate Public Services Regulatory Framework (Public Service Act, Public services Regulations Act and Public Finance Management Act), National Environmental Management Act, and Climate Change Act
  • ·Knowledge and understanding of the policy and environmental legislative framework governing environmental empowerment services, and public sector prescripts (PSA, PAJA, PFMA and PAIA)
  • ·Skills in policy drafting, report writing, good interpersonal relations, and strong communications abilities
  • ·Analytical thinking, project management, and advanced computer skills
  • ·Ability to work both independently and in a multi- disciplinary team, and work under pressure

Key Duties

  • ·Oversee the provision of environmental empowerment services, develop and implement provincial policies, plans and strategies to empower the public
  • ·Provide support to local municipalities in developing waste plans and guidelines aligned to provincial policies and plans
  • ·Promote the participation of schools, community groups, stakeholders, and municipalities in environmental empowerment services
  • ·Manage the implementation of awareness raising and capacity building services in the province
  • ·Undertake and promote appropriate environmental empowerment research, materials development for awareness and education
  • ·Empower disadvantaged communities by means of developing appropriate programmes and projects focusing on poverty alleviation and creation of work opportunities in environmental sustainability
  • ·Oversee stakeholder relationships, establish and maintain internal controls, and reporting systems to meet directorate performance targets
  • ·Provide credible directorate reports as per schedule of reporting, (monthly, quarterly and annual reports) on financial and non-financial performance of the directorate

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • 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 ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL EMPOWERMENT SERVICES position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 317 384. 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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