Policy Analyst - Enviromental Affairs in Cape Town

Job Title: Environmental Officer (Specialized Production) Policy Analyst

Appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework based on OSD Cape Town (Ref, OC 08/2013)

Requirements:
• Appropriate Bachelor’s degree in the environmental management/ sciences field or relevant equivalent qualification
• Appropriate experience in the field of coastal or environmental management
• Knowledge of National Environmental Management: Integrated Coastal Man. ct (Act No. 24 of 2008), Off- Road Vehicle Regulations, Sea Fishery , 12 of 1988), White Paper for Sustainable Coastal Development in South Africa and other relevant environmental policies and legislation
• Advanced computer literacy skills and relevant experience
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of coastal management processes and principles, Integrated Environmental Management and their application
• Well-developed analytical, ‘administrative, communication (both verbal and written), project management, conflict management and financial management skills
• High proficiency in computer skills
• Ability to work individually and in a team
• Ability to work under pressure without supervision and multi-task
• A valid driver’s licence.

Duties:
• Provide policy advice in respect of ElA applications/reports (Basic assessment, scoping reports and appeals)
• Assist in the development of policies, guidelines and/or coastal management programmes where necessary for the effective management of the integrated Coastal Management Act (Act No 24 of 2008)
• Support interventions to promote environmentally sustainable developments through policy advice, inputs and comments on draft Integrated Coastal Management Bill, ElA applications and any other planning related proposals/reports
• Provide-the policy advice to the Minister and the Director-General on all enquiries and parliamentary questions related to the implementation of the Integrated Coastal Management Act (Act No. 24 of 2008)
• Provide leadership in planning and institutional support in terms of the Integrated Coastal Management Act, and National Environmental Management Act and its regulations, including Off-road vehicle regulations of 2001, as amended
• Oversee the development, amendment and implementation of- coastal legislation
• Oversee Policy Analysis related to International and National Coastal management
• Oversee the Directorate’s Input into Coastal Environmental impact Assessments
• Implement, manage and promote institutional arrangements and support for coastal legislation, government bodies and coastal committees • Ensure cooperative governance and stakeholder management through relevant forums, working groups and committees
• Manage the financial resources and ensure availability of adequate and skilled human capital for the Section (Planning and Institutional Support).

Enquiries: Mr LS Mudau, tel. (021) 819 2497

How to apply:
Applications for the above post based in Cape Town must be submitted on form Z83 and should be accompanied by a comprehensive cv and certified copies of qualifications in order to be considered, Deputy Director-General: Oceans and coasts, Department of Environmental Affairs, P O Box 52126, V&A Waterfront 8002 or 2 East Pier Building, East Pier Road, Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town 8002, for the attention of Human Resources. Take note that the Department will verify all qualification and experience and that original documents must be submitted on appointment and all qualifications obtained abroad will be evaluated by SAQA.
Note: SMS candidates will be subjected to a competency assessment test and the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract (once appointed). Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to; criminal records; citizen status; credit worthiness; previous employment (reference checks); and qualification verification The persons appointed to these positions will be subjected to a security clearance.
The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualification evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. The Department reserves the right not to make an: appointment.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply
For more information, please visit our website www.environment.gov.za
Call centre: 086 111 2468

Deadline 29 April 2013