Scientist Manager Grade A

Branch: Water And Sanitation Services Management: EC Provincial Operations: Eastern Cape Sd: Geohydrological Services Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Centre: Kugompo Salary: R1 143 468 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package) Reference: 301026/05 DUTIES Manage and provide strategic leadership for geohydrological services. Plan, coordinate and oversee groundwater-resource monitoring, assessment and information management programmes. Provide specialist geohydrological advice to management, municipalities, water-sector institutions and other stakeholders. Oversee groundwater-quality and groundwater-level monitoring programmes. Manage groundwater data, modelling and dissemination of scientific information. Lead scientific research and promote the application of innovative groundwater management approaches. Provide input on groundwater projects, budgets and procurement processes. Manage staff performance and development. Mentor candidate scientists and facilitate scientific skills transfer. Represent the department in technical committees, stakeholder forums and intergovernmental structures. Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, policies, professional standards and scientific codes of practice. Develop and implement geohydrological methodologies, policies, strategies, procedures and technical standards. Review and approve scientific reports, groundwater studies, models and technical recommendations. Ensure the development and implementation of policies, systems, and procedures. Review and recommend/approve scientific projects; facilitate the setting of scientific standards, specifications, and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational service. Monitor scientific efficiencies according to organizational goals; and facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to optimize limited resources in achieving increased levels of compliance within industry. ENQUIRIES Ms. B Kama Tel No: (043) 701 0376 HOW TO APPLY All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/ NOTE Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za Other related documentation such as copies of qualifications, identity document, driver’s license etc need not to accompany the application when applying for a post as such documentation must only be produced by shortlisted candidates during the interview date in line with DPSA circular 19 of 2022. With reference to applicants bearing professional or occupational registration, fields provided in Part B on the online Z83 must be completed as these fields are regarded as compulsory. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to suitability checks (SAQA verification, reference checks criminal and credit checks). SAQA evaluation certificate must accompany foreign qualifications (only when shortlisted). Applications that do not comply with the above- mentioned requirements will not be 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 and a pre-entry certificate obtained from the National School of government is required prior to the appointment. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Candidates will be required to complete a financial disclosure form and undergo security clearance. Foreigners or dual citizenship holders must provide a police clearance certificate from country of origin (only when shortlisted). The Department of Water Sanitation is an equal opportunity employer. In the filling of vacant posts, the objectives of section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of South Africa, 1996 (Act No: 108 of 1996) the Employment Equity imperatives as defined by the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act No: 55 of 1998) and relevant Human Resources policies of the Department will be taken into consideration. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you do not hear from us within three (3) months of this advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. Faxed applications will not be considered. The department reserves the right not to fill these positions. Women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the EE Targets. MANAGEMENT ECHELON Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 37 of 2026. Apply exactly as the department instructs (Z83 form and CV); Insly does not forward applications for public service posts.

MSc Degree or equivalent qualification in Geohydrology/Hydrogeology/Earth Science. Six (6) years of post-qualification natural sciences experience required. Compulsory registration with SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Experience in groundwater exploration, monitoring, assessment and sustainable resource management. Experience in water resource management. Scientific methodologies and models. Research and development. Scientific presentation. Analysis and management of groundwater data. Business processes to ensure data flow. Professional judgement. Scientific mentoring. Strategic capability and Leadership. Financial Management. Change Management. Problem solving and analysis. Knowledge management. People Management and Empowerment. Client Orientation and Customer Focus. Excellent communication, report-writing and presentation. Conflict management. Accountability and ethical conduct. Knowledge of the National Water Act and related water-sector legislation. Experience in scientific research, project management, stakeholder engagement, technical report writing and the management of professional scientific personnel. Knowledge of GIS and groundwater-modelling tools such as MODFLOW will be an added advantage. Accountability and ethical conduct. 79