Control Biodiversity Officer Grade A: Cites Policy Development and Implementation

Requirements: 

A four (4) years Degree (NQF8) or equivalent qualification in Environmental Management/ Natural Sciences or equivalent qualification within the related field plus six (6) years post qualification experience in the relevant field. 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. Knowledge of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998) (NEMA). Knowledge of protection and sustainable use of natural resources, in particular applicable MEAs (CITES and CBD). Experience and knowledge of policy development and implementation. Knowledge of legal and administrative processes pertaining to legislation. Skills: Planning skills; Good communication skills; Computer literacy; Creativity; Communication skills; Report writing skills and Organisational skills. Personal attributes: Innovative and proactive. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information. Proven leadership skills. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to lead multidisciplinary team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Conflict management and resolution. Ability to organise and plan under pressure. Ability to collect and interpret information and reports. Interpersonal relations; Initiative; Responsibility and loyalty. 

Duties: 

Develop, review and amend regulations, policies, strategies, plans and norms and standards relating to CITES. Facilitate stakeholder participation during the legislative development process. Develop and monitor national CITES implementation plans and frameworks. Provide technical guidance to provincial authorities and enforcement agencies. Coordinate the allocation of CITES quotas. Compile annual and bi-annual reports. Coordinate and liaise with other Parties on CITES implementation matters. Ensure that CITES resolutions and decisions are domesticated into national practice. Prepare for international meetings, including Standing Committee meetings and Conference of the Parties. Evaluate CITES permit applications and issuance of permits