Dpsa
Biodiversity Officer Production Grade A: Issuing Authority
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Pay
R 357 597 per year
Location
Cape Town, Western Cape
a government employer is hiring a Biodiversity Officer Production Grade A: Issuing Authority in Cape Town, Western Cape. Public Service. A diploma or higher qualification is required. You apply with a Z83 on the official site.
- Government advert
- No fee to apply
- Closing date known
- Diploma required
Vacancy details
Post
36/31
Salary
R357 597 per annum
Centre
Cape Town
Requirements
National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural/ Environmental Science or relevant qualification within the related field. A minimum of one (1) year experience required in a relevant field. Knowledge of the application of the relevant national and international prescripts relating to the management of invasive alien species. Knowledge on Natural Resources Management policies and procedure; Project management, Financial and Procurement procedures. Skills: Research; Planning and organising; Communications skills (Written and verbal) Must be Innovative and proactive. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information. Good interpersonal relations skills.
Duties
Administer the process of issuing authorisation of alien and invasive species. Process permit application. Conduct risk assessments for listed invasive species and alien species with invasive potential. Liaise and advice stakeholders on the permitting of alien and invasive species. Co-ordinate and participate in multi-lateral interactions to facilitate the implementation of the Alien and Invasive Species Regulations and associated norms and standards Co-ordinate and participate in multi-lateral interactions to facilitate the implementation of the Alien and Invasive Species Regulations and associated norms and standards. Establish and maintain a register of all permits. Provide a bi-annual report supported by the permit database Update and maintain permit database. Conduct desktop research to ensure correct scientific names are allocated for permit application. Provide species verification on the Alien and Invasive Species Regulations.
Enquiries
Ms S Maharaj Tel No: (021) 441 2707
Reference
BC25/2026
Closing date
2026-10-26
Circular
Circular 36 of 2026