Environmental Officer (Production Level): Coastal Management, Ref No. EADP 20/2026

Job Purpose

The Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified, authentic, competent individual to support the Provincial Lead Agency for Coastal Management with the implementation of functions, responsibilities and mandates pertaining to the facilitation and promotion of integrated coastal management.

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Remuneration

Grade A: R 357 597 - R 395 352 per annum (OSD as prescribed)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

Providing technical advice in support of the administration and implementation of NEM: ICMA and other applicable legislation, policies and strategies pertaining to coastal and estuary management; Supporting the administration and implementation of the NEM: ICMA and other applicable legislation, regulations, policies and strategies pertaining to coastal management; Support compliance and enforcement of NEM: ICMA; Support the implementation of the Provincial Estuarine Management Programme which gives effect to the NEM: ICM Act: National Estuarine Management Protocol; Supporting project, administrative and financial management. 

An appropriate recognised 3-year B-Degree or Diploma (or equivalent qualification) in Environmental, Natural, Earth or Engineering Sciences; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

Working knowledge of the following: Coastal and environmnetal management and ecological process; Relevant coastal, environmental and estuary legislation; Coastal, environmental and estuary management; Project management; Facilitation / stakeholder engagements. Skills in the following: Driving; Typing; Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Language skills; Information Technology; Report writing; Honesty and Integrity; Timeframes; Excellent communication and presentation skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.