JOBS | DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
coordinating strategic engagements, forums, and workshops (internal and
external); Track and record all incoming and outgoing documents to and from
the office of the Head of Department using a centralized database; Facilitate
travel arrangements, process and review BAS and Subsistence & Travel (S&T)
claims. The following will be advantageous: Diploma in Office Administration
(NQF Level 6); Practical experience in the following: Providing clerical support
services with the use of Excel spreadsheets for capturing, tracking, and
reporting of data and information; The procurement of venues and
conferencing facilities for executive engagements, workshops and/or forums
with external stakeholders; General administration; Procurement in line with
Provincial Treasury circulars; Checking correctness of subsistence and travel
of officials and submit to managers for approval; Minute taking; Asset
management checking officer duties; Leave administration duties for the office;
The use of MS Teams, MS Planner, OneDrive and SharePoint as part of routine
clerical support services.
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Titus Tel No: (021) 483 4842
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your
application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or
CLOSING DATE : 20 October 2025
NOTE : Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation
for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a
practical assessment and attend interviews on a date and time as determined
by the department. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of
the employing department. Should you experience difficulties with your online
application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online
application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. you
may contact the helpline at 0861 370 214. Otherwise, all other queries relating
to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert.
Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no
late applications will be considered.
OTHER POST
POST 35/232 : ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER (SPECIALISED PRODUCTION): PLANNING
AND POLICY COORDINATION REF NO: EADP 21/2025
SALARY : R498 816 per annum, (OSD as prescribed)
CENTRE : Department of Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Western
Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Relevant Honours Degree in Environmental Management, Natural Sciences,
Environmental Law, Town and Regional Planning, Environmental Sciences or
related fields. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Land use and
environmental legislation; environmental planning and land use planning
processes; Law reform and the formulation of policy; Governmen t
administrative processes and procedures; Project management. Skills needed:
the following: Sound interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and
written); Policy formulation and drafting; Planning, organising and report
writing; Professional and meticulous; Computer Literacy; Time management –
must be able to meet strict deadlines; Must have the ability to work well within
a team, to work under pressure and to work independently.
DUTIES : Coordination and participation in policy and law reform processes; Promote
and facilitate stakeholder engagement; Policy research and analysis;
Specialist advice, awareness raising and capacity building; It will be
advantageous to have experience in the following: Implementation of planning
and/or environmental legislation and policies; Policy and law reform processes
related to development planning and environmental management; Strategic
initiatives, such development of strategies, and strategic environmental and
land use planning projects; Study/courses in policy formulation and legislative
drafting.
ENQUIRIES : Ms A Rossouw Tel No: (021) 483 2900