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Job Summary

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Requirements and Expectations

Requirements

A four (4) year Degree or equivalent in Environmental Management or Natural Science field. Six (6) years post-qualification experience in Water Services Management/Regulation or Water Use Efficiency. Previous involvement in the No Drop regulatory programme will be an added advantage. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Effective management and leadership skills. Effective advanced computer skills: Microsoft Office Software (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and other software applications. Effective communication skills, both verbally and in writing, with management, colleagues, and individuals outside of the organization. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Good planning and organizing skills. Knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management Legislation, policies, practices, and procedures. Knowledge and experience in Project and Programme Management. Research and Development skills. Technical report writing and professional judgement skills. Data analysis and presentation skills. Knowledge of policy development and analysis. Financial Management Skills. Understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), National Water Act (NWA), Water Services Act (WSA), and related legislation. Willingness to travel extensive hours.

Duties

Monitor Compliance to Water Use Efficiency standards and compilation of the relevant reports with recommendations. Monitor the development and implementation of Water Conservation and Water Demand Management (WC/WDM) programmes, strategies, business plans, and relevant projects by Water Management Institutions including Water Services Authorities. Ensure the rollout of WC/WDM improvement systems, measures, and procedures is compliant with sector-determined benchmarks and water use efficiency practices. Monitoring the development and submission of the standard International Water Association (IWA) water balances by Water Services Authorities. Assessment and monitoring of water losses and non-revenue water using the IWA water balance information to regulate the municipal sector. Preparations and conducting of assessments relating to the No Drop regulatory programme. Coordinating submission and monitoring implementation of submitted corrective action plans for the No Drop programme. Monitoring the loading of water use efficiency data by Water Services Institutions in the Integrated Regulatory Information System (IRIS). Compilation of presentations for catchment management forums and DWS management. Provide regulatory findings to be used for the development and facilitation of the provision of appropriate training, training manuals, and courses to relevant stakeholders within the Local Government sector. Provide inputs to the Operational Plan of the Directorate. Assist with budgeting and procurement processes of the sub-directorate. Assist with compilation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports (finance, performance, and risk) for the sub-directorate. Manage and supervise the work of subordinates.