ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
Requirements
An appropriate NQF level 6 qualification in Environmental Health and Registration with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Environmental Health Practitioner. A NQF 7 qualification in Environmental Health will be an advantage. At least five (5) years’ appropriate experience after registration with HPCSA, of which three years must be appropriate experience in Management (i.e. Chief Environmental Practitioner or equivalent). Experience in hazardous substance, chemicals management, waste management and other environmental health related functions. Knowledge and experience in policy development. Knowledge of related legislation, policies, strategies and norms and standards applicable to environmental and port health. Knowledge of project management, stakeholder engagement, monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge in developing guidelines and training. Good communication (verbal and written), analytical, research, planning, organizing, negotiation, conflict management and computer skills (MS Office packages). Must be willing to work overtime and travel extensively. A valid driver’s license.
Duties
Develop and revise Environmental Health and Port Health related policies, legislation, strategies and relevant norms and standards. Conduct literature review and draft the regulations and norms and standards. Facilitate the publication of approved policies and legislation in the government gazette. Monitor and support the implementation of the Environmental Health and Port Health related policies, legislation, strategies and relevant norms and standards. Provide support in planning for the audits and execution of the plans. Identify training needs in the Provinces, Municipalities and Border Management Authority (BMA). Implement the licensing and permitting function in the cluster. Facilitate the verification, approval and issuance of the licenses and permits. Manage permits and license records. Facilitate health promotion related activities. Coordinate and support in planning of awareness raising campaigns and events in observance of environment and health calendar days.