This vacancy has closed. It closed on 10 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: BIODIVERSITY
Department of Economic Development and Tourism
- Reference number
- DEDEAT/2026/06/34
- Salary
- R357 597– R395 352 per annum (OSD) Appropriate salary will be determined according to the regulatory framework (based on OSD)
- Centre
- Amathole District Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/34 (2 Posts) Sarah Baartman District Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/35 (2 Posts) Joe Gqabi District: Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/36 (2 Posts) Chris Hani District: Ref. DEDEAT/2026/06/37
- Province
- Eastern Cape
- Closing date
- 10 July 2026
- Circular
- No 22 of 2026
Requirements
National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Environmental Management/Natural Sciences/ Nature Conservation / Environmental Law and / related. 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 / Mr. P. Makhele at 078 801 5909 For e-Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@dedea.gov.za
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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