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Job Summary

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Requirements

A four-year degree in natural science/environmental science or equivalent qualification (NQF 7).  Six (6) years of post-qualification experience.  The disclosure of a valid, unexpired driver's license.  Knowledge of research and development methodology.  Extensive experience in the environmental and water management field, waste management, industries, urban development, and mining, including the Department’s water use authorization process, i.e., SFRA.  A clear understanding of the Department’s role and policies with regard to water resource management.  Knowledge of the National Water Act 36 of 1998 and related policies, strategies, and guidelines.  Understanding the principles of Integrated Water Resource Management.  Knowledge of Human Resources and Financial Management policies. Innovative thinking, negotiating, networking, managerial, and good communication skills, both verbal and written.  Willingness to travel extensively and work irregular hours.  Technical report writing, professional judgment, and data analysis skills. Mentoring and decision-making skills.  Financial and team leadership management skills.  Creativity and problem-solving.  Computer literacy.  People management and conflict management skills.

Duties

Liaise with clients and other stakeholders to obtain outstanding information during Water Use License Authorization (WULA) assessments.  Assess and evaluate socioeconomic and environmental information with regard to the Stream Flow Reduction Activity (SFRA) water use license application.  Conduct GPS surveys of plantation and wetland areas.  Inspect and evaluate field conditions where plantations are proposed. Liaise with other authorizing departments on SFRA issues.  Draft the record of recommendations (RoRs).  Draft license conditions to control/mitigate the negative impacts of water uses.  Supervision of junior staff.