Environmental Officer: Production Grade A (Coastal Zone Management) needed at Eastern Cape Department: Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism

Salary range: R343 842 – R380 145 per annum (OSD)

• Appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD).
• Centre: Alfred Nzo Region
• Reference: DEDEAT/2025/10/15
• Employment equity target: African Male / Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

Requirements:

• National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Environmental Management or Natural Sciences.
• No experience required as per OSD provisions; however, 1–2 years of relevant experience will be an added advantage.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of policies and regulations related to Environmental Management.
• Knowledge and experience in community-based natural resource and biological diversity management.
• A valid driver’s licence is required.
• Knowledge, skills, and attributes:
• Computer literacy and proficiency in relevant applications.
• Good writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, including:
• National Environmental Management Act (NEMA)
• National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPA)
• National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (NEMBA)

Duties:

• Provide technical support and advisory services to ensure institutional and developmental compliance with coastal management legislation, norms, and standards.
• Evaluate coastal authorisation applications and perform compliance adjudication processes.
• Offer technical and procedural coastal management and utilisation advisory services within the area of operation.
• Implement special programmes related to coastal zone management.
• Perform and manage administrative and related functions as required.