An Honours Degree in Natural or Environmental Science or equivalent related qualification (NQF Level 8) as recognized by SAQA. 6 years’ post qualification experience. Maritime Oceans and Coastal management legislative frameworks. Strategic Management. HR practice & procedures. Administrative procedures. Maritime Legislations. Administration fields. Public Service and Departmental procedures and prescripts. Departmental policies and procedures. Financial management. Public service training. Research. Sound organising and planning skills. Good communication skills. Computer literacy. Leadership. Facilitation. Analytical skills. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Ability to work with difficult people and to resolve conflict. The candidate must have a valid driver’s license (Code B) and be willing to travel extensively.

The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the development of the Department’s capacity to deliver effective oil spill response. Ensure effective control over the dumping of waste and other matter at sea. Implement the Regulations for Environmental Management of Offshore Ship to Ship Transfers. Develop measures to control marine pollution from shipping. Maintain the Department’s international obligations in terms of marine pollution.

Good communication skills. Computer literacy. Leadership. Facilitation. Analytical skills. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Ability to work with difficult people and to resolve conflict. The candidate must have a valid driver’s license (Code B) and be willing to travel extensively.