Environmental Officers x19 posts at EC Dept of Enviroment for unemployed graduates (Environmental Management/Natural Sciences / Nature Conservation/ Environmental Law)
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PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: EASTERN CAPE
DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND TOURISM DEDEAT in the Eastern Cape is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted only via the provincial e-Recruitment system available at: https://ecprov.gov.za (under Careers) and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The system is available 24/7 throughout and closes at 23:59 on the closing date. To report any challenges pertaining eRecruitment System, send an email with your ID Number, your profile e-Mail Address and the details of the issue to: Recruitment@dedea.gov.za. Do not submit any CVs to this email address; should you do so, your application will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. NO Hand-Delivered/ No Emailed / No Faxed / No Posted applications will be accepted.
CLOSING DATE : 07 November 2025
POST 39/105 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: BIODIVERSITY (X5
POSTS)
SALARY : R343 842 – R380 145 per annum, (OSD). Appropriate salary will be determined
according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
CENTRE : OR Tambo Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/11
Sarah Baartman Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/12 (X2 Posts)
Chris Hani Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/13 (X2 Posts)
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in
Environmental Management/Natural Sciences. No experience as per OSD
requirements; however, 1-2 years’ relevant experience will be an added
advantage. Extensive knowledge and understanding of applicable related
policies and regulations pertaining to Environmental Management. Knowledge
and experience in Community-Based Natural Resource and Biological
Diversity Management. The following skills, knowledge and attributes are
required: Computer literacy, good writing and communication skills; Knowledge
of applicable environmental legislation (National Environmental Management
Act, NEM Protected Areas Act, NEM Biodiversity Act). Valid driver’s licence is
required.
DUTIES : Provide technical assistance with the development and implementation of the
district’s biodiversity management plan in line with provincial policy, norms, and
standard imperatives. Evaluate biodiversity authorisation applications and
conduct compliance adjudication processes. Provide technical and procedural
biodiversity advisory services within the area of operation. Perform and
manage administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383
For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za/ for attention Mr. O.
Desi/ Mr. P. Makhele.
NOTE : Employment Equity target: O.R. Tambo: African Female/PWD
Employment Equity target: Chris Hani: White Female/PWD
Employment Equity target: Sarah Baartman: African Male, Coloured
Male/PWD
POST 39/106 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: COASTAL ZONE
MANAGEMENT REF NO: DEDEAT/2025/10/14
SALARY : R343 842 – R380 145 per annum, (OSD). Appropriate salary will be determined
according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
CENTRE : Alfred Nzo Region
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in
Environmental Management/Natural Sciences. No experience as per OSD
requirements; however, 1-2 years’ relevant experience will be an added
advantage. Extensive knowledge and understanding of applicable related
policies and regulations pertaining to Environmental Management. Knowledge
and experience in Community-Based Natural Resource and Biological
Diversity Management. The following skills, knowledge and attributes are
required: Computer literacy, good writing and communication skills; Knowledge
of applicable environmental legislation (National Environmental Management
Act, NEM Protected Areas Act, NEM Biodiversity Act). A valid driver’s licence
is required.
DUTIES : Provide technical support and advisory services to ensure institutional and
development compliance with coastal management legislation, norms and
standards. Evaluate coastal authorisation applications and perform compliance
adjudication processes. Provide technical and procedural coastal management
and utilisation advisory services within the area of operation. Implement
Special Programs. Perform and manage administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383
For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za/ for attention Mr. O.
Desi/ Mr. P. Makhele.
NOTE : Employment Equity target: African Male/PWD
POST 39/107 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: CLIMATE CHANGE
REF NO: DEDEAT/2025/10/15 (X2 POSTS)
SALARY : R343 842 – R380 145 per annum, (OSD). Appropriate salary will be determined
according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
CENTRE : Bhisho
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a relevant national diploma (NQF level 6) or
equivalent qualification in Natural Sciences/Environmental
Management/Nature Conservation/Environmental Law/Climate Change or
Renewable Energy Studies. No experience is required as per OSD provisions;
however, 1–2 years’ relevant experience in a climate change or related field
will be an added advantage. The following skills, knowledge and attributes are
required: Knowledge of Environmental legislation (National Environmental
Management Act, Climate Change Act, NEMBA, Environmental Impact
Assessment Regulations, etc.), Public sector frameworks (Public Service Act,
Public Service Regulations, PFMA). Skills and competencies: Sound
communication, reporting and coordination skills, with good writing ability.
Computer literacy. A valid driver’s licence is required.
DUTIES : Provide technical support with the coordination of integrated climate change
management planning and development practices. Provide technical support
with the development and maintenance of integrated climate change
management policy, legislation and regulations. Provide technical support with
the implementation of climate change management-related policies and
regulations, monitor, evaluate and report on the impact thereof. Technically
support the development and maintenance of an integrated climate change
information management system. Perform and manage administrative and
related functions
ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383
For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za/ for attention Mr. O.
Desi/ Mr. P. Makhele.
NOTE : Employment Equity target: White Male, African Male/PWD
POST 39/108 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: ENVIRONMENTAL
EMPOWERMENT SERVICES (X3 POSTS)
SALARY : R343 842 – R380 145 per annum, (OSD). Appropriate salary will be determined
according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
CENTRE : Chris Hani Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/16 (X2 Posts)
Joe Gqabi Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/17
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in
Environmental Management/Natural Sciences/ Nature Conservation and/or
any relevant qualification No experience as per OSD requirements; however,
1-2 years’ relevant experience will be an added advantage. The following skills,
knowledge and attributes are required: Knowledge of and experience in
Community-based Natural Resource and Biological Diversity Management;
Computer literacy and skills; Good writing and communication skills;
Knowledge of applicable environmental legislation (National Environmental
Management Act, NEM Protected Areas Act). A valid driver’s licence is
required.
DUTIES : Implement environmental empowerment programmes to facilitate the
integration of environmental education into formal education structures
(schools, institutions of higher learning, etc.) Identify and implement
environmental capacity-building programs for the general public and relevant
stakeholders. Promote and implement environmental awareness programmes
Perform and manage administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383
For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za/ for attention Mr. O.
Desi/ Mr. P. Makhele.
NOTE : Employment Equity target: Chris Hani African Female/PWD
Employment Equity target: Joe Gqabi African Male/PWD
POST 39/102 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER SPECIALISED PRODUCTION: COMPLIANCE
& ENFORCEMENT (X6 POSTS)
SALARY : R498 816 – R690 237 per annum, (OSD). Appropriate salary will be determined
according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
CENTRE : Alfred Nzo Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/04
Chris Hani Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/05 (Re-advertisement)
Joe Gqabi Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/06
O.R Tambo Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/07 (X2 Posts)
Sarah Baartman Region Ref No: DEDEAT/2025/10/08
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a Relevant Honours Degree (NQF 8) in Natural
Sciences or relevant qualification. No experience as per OSD requirements;
however, 1-2 years’ relevant experience will be an added advantage. The
following skills, knowledge and attributes are required: NEMA and all its
subsidiary acts. Natural Scientific Professions Act, Public Service Act,
Computer literacy and skills; Good writing and communication skills;
Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. A valid driver’s licence is required.
DUTIES : Provide environmental enforcement services. Conduct enforcement promotion
awareness processes in the district. Perform and manage administrative and
related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383
For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za/ for attention Mr. O.
Desi/ Mr. P. Makhele.
NOTE : Employment Equity target: Alfred Nzo Region: Coloured Male/PWD
Employment Equity target: Chris Hani Region: Indian Male/Coloured
Male/PWD
Employment Equity target: Joe Gqabi Region: White Female/PWD
Employment Equity target: O.R Tambo Region: Coloured Male/ Coloured
Female/PWD
Employment Equity target: Sarah Baartman Region: Coloured Female/PWD
POST 39/103 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER SPECIALISED PRODUCTION:
ENVIRONMENTAL EMPOWEREMENT SERVICES REF NO:
DEDEAT/2025/10/09
SALARY : R498 816 – R690 237 per annum, (OSD). Appropriate salary will be determined
according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
CENTRE : Chris Hani Region
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a Relevant Honours Degree (NQF 8) in
Environmental Management / Natural Sciences/ Nature Conservation/
Environmental Law and or /related qualification. Experience as per OSD
requirements; however, 1- 2 years’ experience will be an added advantage.
The following skills, knowledge and attributes are required: National
Environmental Management Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Service
Act, NEMBA, Computer literacy and skills; Good writing and communication
skills.
DUTIES : Participate in the implementation of environmental education programs to
assist with the integration of Environmental Education into formal education
structures (schools, SETA, ABET, higher education, etc.). Implement
environmental capacity-building programs for the general public and relevant
stakeholders. Promote and implement environmental awareness programs.
Perform and manage administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383
For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za/ for attention Mr. O.
Desi/ Mr. P. Makhele.
NOTE : Employment Equity Target: African Male
POST 39/104 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER SPECIALISED PRODUCTION:
BIODIVERSITY REF NO: DEDEAT/2025/10/10
SALARY : R498 816 – R690 237 per annum. Appropriate salary will be determined
according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
CENTRE : Chris Hani Region
REQUIREMENTS : National Senior Certificate plus a Relevant Honours Degree (NQF L8) in
Environmental Management / Natural Sciences and or /related qualification.
Experience as per OSD requirements; however, 1-2 years’ experience will be
an added advantage. A valid driver’s licence is required. The following skills,
knowledge and attributes are required: National Environmental Management
Act, Public Service Regulations, Public Service Act, NEMBA, Computer literacy
and skills; Good writing and communication skills.
DUTIES : Provide specialised technical support and input with the development,
maintenance and implementation of the district’s biodiversity management
plan. Provide specialised technical advisory services to ensure institutional and
development compliance with coastal management legislation. Evaluate
complex biodiversity and Coastal Zone authorisation applications and
supervise compliance adjudication processes. Provide specialised technical
and procedural biodiversity and Coastal Zone advisory services within the area
of operation. Perform administrative and related functions.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. O. Desi at 078 026 7383
For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za/ for attention Mr. O.
Desi/ Mr. P. Makhele.
NOTE : Employment Equity Target: Coloured Male
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a duly completed new Z83 (effective from 01 January 2021) form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. Applicants are not required to submit copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents with their application, but must submit a fully completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not downloadable and therefore not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83, instead will be requested to sign on interview day. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications and other relevant documents to HR on or before the interview date. Applicants with foreign qualifications would be required to submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the interview. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the disqualification of the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) weeks after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). In addition, Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event that the candidate has already been appointed. The Recruiting Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Persons with disability and people from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply. The department’s objective is to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and achieve equitable representation across all races and genders. In filling these posts, gender equity and people living with disability will be highly considered. For SMS (Senior Management Service) Posts: In terms of DPSA Directive on compulsory capacity development, mandatory training, and minimum entry requirements for members of the Senior Management Level for SMS appointments, it is a requirement for applicants to produce a pre-entry Certificate (Nyukela) as offered by the National School of Government (NSG) for entry into the SMS posts prior appointment and the full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/smspre-entry-programme. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12 months. The competency assessment will test generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.
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