Scientist Manager Grade A

Branch: Water Resource Management Dir: Water Resource Management Planning Sd: Water Quality Planning Department: Department of Water and Sanitation Centre: Pretoria Head Office Salary: R1 143 468 per annum, (all-inclusive OSD salary package) Reference: 301026/04 DUTIES The successful candidate will join a team of professionals responsible for strategic water resource planning, focusing on water quality through the development and maintenance of integrated water quality planning solutions. This requires conducting assessment studies to address data and information gaps and needs for water quality planning. Will be responsible for forward planning utilising predictive modelling tools, among other methods. Formulate planning goals, including the determination of Water Quality Planning Limits. Responsible for intervention planning through scenario analysis, reconciliation and allocation of water quality, and the development of programmes, thematic plans and strategies to maintain or improve water resource quality in catchments. Provision of water quality planning decision support and related management information in support of the implementation of water quality interventions. Provision of water quality planning related capacity building. Contribute to providing national and strategic guidance or advice on resource directed water quality management and water quality planning. Assisting in the planning and conducting of studies or projects, as well as in the writing and compilation of technical scientific reports and documents. The activities will also relate to the development, implementation and refinement of policies, strategies, guidelines and methodologies related to water quality planning and management. Promote integrated planning through stakeholder participation, coordination and management. ENQUIRIES Dr D Tagwi Tel No: (012) 336 7394 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 in chemistry, biochemistry or microbiology or relevant qualification in Water Resource Management. Six (6) years of applicable post qualification of BSc Natural Scientific experience. Compulsory professional registration with SACNASP a s a professional Natural Scientist. The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license. Extensive knowledge of, and relevant experience in water quality management. Computer literacy. A sound knowledge and the ability to integrate the management of water quality into the holistic management of water resources. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Good comprehension skills. The ability to interpret data and information, the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.