DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL EMPOWERMENT SERVICES

Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Chief Directorate: Planning, Policy and Climate Change Services

Reference number: DARDLEA/2026/08/02
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: Head Office
Province: Limpopo
Closing date: 28 September 2026
Circular: No 31 of 2026

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Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree at (NQF 7) qualification in Environmental Science / Social Ecology, Environmental Management or relevant qualification on within the related field as recognised by SAQA. Must have. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level within the related field. A Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry certificate (submitted prior appointment). Demonstrated management experience in public environmental awareness and education services. Proven ability to draft policies, develop plans, and implement appropriate environmental empowerment programmes and projects to empower disadvantaged communities in terms of environmental sustainability and creation of work opportunities. Skills And Competencies: Knowledge of the policy framework for environmental empowerment and capacity building services, as well as the appropriate Public Services Regulatory Framework (Public Service Act, Public services Regulations Act and Public Finance Management Act), National Environmental Management Act, and Climate Change Act. Knowledge and understanding of the policy and environmental legislative framework governing environmental empowerment services, and public sector prescripts (PSA, PAJA, PFMA and PAIA). Skills in policy drafting, report writing, good interpersonal relations, and strong communications abilities. Analytical thinking, project management, and advanced computer skills. Ability to work both independently and in a multi-disciplinary team, and work under pressure. Excellent time management and discipline in meeting deadlines. Willingness to travel and ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure, as well as leadership, monitoring, and evaluation skills. Competence in project administration, and have innovative, and creative skills in environmental education policies execution, guidelines, norms and standards. Advance skills in Microsoft Office Programmes (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). A valid driver’s license.

Duties

Oversee the provision of environmental empowerment services, develop and implement provincial policies, plans and strategies to empower the public. Provide support to local municipalities in developing waste plans and guidelines aligned to provincial policies and plans. Promote the participation of schools, community groups, stakeholders, and municipalities in environmental empowerment services. Manage the implementation of awareness raising and capacity building services in the province. Undertake and promote appropriate environmental empowerment research, materials development for awareness and education. Empower disadvantaged communities by means of developing appropriate programmes and projects focusing on poverty alleviation and creation of work opportunities in environmental sustainability. Oversee stakeholder relationships, establish and maintain internal controls, and reporting systems to meet directorate performance targets. Provide credible directorate reports as per schedule of reporting, (monthly, quarterly and annual reports) on financial and non-financial performance of the directorate.

Where to send your application

Applicants should apply through the following website https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za Applications can also be hand delivered to: Evridiki Towers, Registry Office No. B1-73, 19 Biccard Street, Polokwane, 0700 OR posted to Head of Department: Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Private Bag X9484, Polokwane, 0700.

Enquiries

Ms. SP Shongwe Tel No: (013) 766 6003 or Mr. MG Ngwane Tel No: (013) 766 6110 or Ms. NF Mgiba Tel No: (013) 766 6476

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 28 August 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 10 September 2026.

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