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Requirements

National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural Science/Environmental Management or relevant qualification within the related field qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in relevant field.

Understanding of Project management.

Knowledge of Alien vegetation control.

Good communication skills and sound organization and planning skills.

Knowledge of Working for Water policies and procedures, knowledge of legislation relevant to alien vegetation control will serve as an added advantage.

Knowledge of Public Service and Departmental procedures and prescripts.

Computer literacy, knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).

People management, change management and empowerment skills.

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel and work long hours with limited supervision.

Duties

Provide project planning support services to projects by developing a strategic clearing plan and an Annual Plan of Operation (APO) for approval of budget allocation.

Facilitate the implementation of project plans through the establishment of stakeholder engagement.

Monitor implementation of project plans by conducting site audits to ensure compliance with Working for Water policies/standards, health and safety prescripts and various environment and agriculture legislation which governs alien vegetation control.

Render project close out services by conducting final site inspections and facilitating the handing over of cleared land to the land user.

How to apply

Email: EP12-2026@dffe.gov.za

Tip: Many government posts require a completed Z83 form. Download it above and follow the guide.

Notes

Only South African Citizens, and Permanent Residents need 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.

Only short-listed candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents.

All short-listed candidates must make themselves available for a panel interview on the date determined by the GTAC.

All short-listed candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks and the successful candidate will undergo security vetting in order to confirm employment.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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.

Late applications, and those not meeting the requirements, will not be considered.

Should you not receive feedback from GTAC within 2 months of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. GTAC reserves the right to fill or not fill the advertised post.

Preference will be given according to EE and Gender target. OTHER POST