This vacancy has closed. It closed on 7 September 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

CONTROL ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER GRADE A: ADAPTATION NATURAL RESOURCE SECTORS

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Reference number: CCAQ15/2026
Salary: R636 978 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 7 September 2026
Circular: No 30 of 2026

Requirements

A four-year Degree (NQF8) in Natural / Environmental Sciences or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA plus six (6) years’ post qualification experience in the relevant field. Knowledge of environmental, international governance and development issues (globally, regionally, locally). Knowledge of Climate Change and environmental management and related policies. Financial Management and associated prescripts. Ability to manage and plan activities, including projects and policy matters. Policy formulation skills, presentation skills, negotiation skills, planning and organizing skills, communication skills (written and spoken), Programme and Project Management skills; Writing skills, decision-making skills, report writing skills. Computer Literacy. Innovative and proactive. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyze information. Proven leadership skills. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to lead multidisciplinary team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Conflict management and resolution. Ability to collect and interpret information and reports. Interpersonal relations.

Duties

Support strategic partnerships with international and national stakeholders, including government departments, non-governmental organizations, private sector entities, and academic institutions. Support the United Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) with a strong focus on the Loss and Damage (L&D) programme of work. Provide technical support on the development, resourcing and implementation of climate-related projects. Coordinate the implementation, monitoring, and review of the National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy (NCCAS) to build the nation's resilience to climate change impacts. Support the implementation and operationalization of the National Framework for Climate Services (NFCS) to ensure the provision of climate information and services to key sectors. Facilitate and support adaptation initiatives within critical natural resource sectors (Agriculture, Water, Biodiversity, Oceans & Coast) to enhance their resilience to climate change.

Where to send your application

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/

Enquiries

Mr. T Phago Tel No: (012) 399 9172

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 30 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 21 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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