Biodiversity Officer Specialised Production: Enforcement

Department: Gauteng Provincial Government Centre: Johannesburg (Head Office) Salary: R518 769 per annum, (plus benefits) Reference: REFS/057061 DUTIES Investigate complaints received and complete investigations thereof. In-depth knowledge of Nature Conservation Ordinance, National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act 10 of 2004 and TOPS regulations, CITES and Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977. Write detailed investigation reports, file and maintain all records while maintaining strict confidentiality. Coordinate search and seizure warrants for biodiversity related investigations. Attend court cases during trail days to ensure that the NPA can prove the guiltiness of the transgressor beyond reasonable doubt and to ensure that the sentence reflects the seriousness of the crime. Collect, analyse and preserve evidence for court. Work with other law enforcement agencies to solve biodiversity crimes. Good organizational and time-management skills. Excellent interviewing and interrogation skills. Undertake site inspections to ascertain compliance and submit reports thereof to Biodiversity Control. Assist other Biodiversity Officers and SAPS on various endangered and rare species of wild fauna and flora species identification. Assist Biodiversity Control in ensuring that the unit project are undertaken timeously and appropriately. Ensure that reports are written according to the Departmental standards. ENQUIRIES Ms. Iris Thanjekwayo at 072 788 2364 HOW TO APPLY Apply online to the http:jobs.gauteng.gpg.gov.za website only. NOTE Application form (Z83) should be accompanied by a recently updated CV. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to bring their originally certifies copies of their qualifications, ID and drivers licence. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Kindly note that: successful candidates will be subjected to a security clearance in terms of a criminal record check, verifications of qualifications. All short-listed candidates may be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, for which the logistics will be communicated by the department. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre- entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. MANAGEMENT ECHELON Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

Grade 12 plus Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Nature Conservation as recognised by SAQA. Minimum of 6 years relevant experience in Nature conservation. Experience in implementation of investigations (covert and overt) and detective work. Valid drivers’ license. Competencies: Computer Literacy; Good communication, writing and networking skills with stakeholders both in government and outside of government spheres; Ability and competency in interpreting and implementing policy, legislation and guidelines. Must have a strong personality and conflict management skills. Successfully completed Environmental Management Inspector training is an added advantage.