CONTROL BIODIVERSITY OFFICER GRADE A: THREATENED OR
PROTECTED SPECIES (TOPS) POLICY DEVELOPMENT REF NO:
BC07/2024

SALARY : R580 551 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS :

A four (4) year Degree (NQF Level 8) in Natural/ Environmental Sciences or
equivalent qualification within the related field plus 6 years post qualification
experience. Knowledge of the National Environmental Management:
Biodiversity Act, 2004 (Act No. 10 of 2004) (NEMBA), its associated
subordinate legislation, and other relevant Acts that deal with biodiversity
matters. Experience in the application of the provisions of NEMBA, and its
associated subordinate legislation, or experience in a law environment.

Knowledge of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107
of 1998) (NEMA). Knowledge of protection and sustainable use of natural
resources, but not limited to threatened or protected species and applicable
Multilateral Environmental Agreement (MEAs) such as Convention on
International Trade on Endangered Species of Wild Flora and Fauna (CITES)
and Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). Ability to develop and apply
policies and legislation. Ability to manage and resolve conflicts. Policy/
legislation formulation, Report writing and good communication skills.

DUTIES :

Ensure a coherent and aligned multi-sector regulatory system and decision
support (Legislative review. Ensure a coherent and aligned multi-sector
regulatory system and decision support (Biodiversity Economy Lab initiative).
Provide a coherent and aligned multi-sector regulatory system and decision
support service with regards to the High-Level Panel. Coordinate and manage
stakeholder engagements with regards to biodiversity and sustainable
utilization. Ensure conserved biodiversity and sustainable utilization (policy
support to line function).

ENQUIRIES : Ms O Kumalo Tel No: (012) 399 8818/0608343088

APPLICATIONS : or email to: bc07@dffe.gov.za