Biodiversity Officer Production Grade A: Issuing Authority

About the role

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is hiring a Biodiversity Officer Production Grade A: Issuing Authority, based in Cape Town. This is a permanent post, paying R357,597 a year. How to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/ Reference number to quote: BC25/2026 Closing date: 26 October 2026 at 16:00. No late applications will be accepted. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Administer the process of issuing authorisation of alien and invasive species.
• Process permit application.
• Conduct risk assessments for listed invasive species and alien species with invasive potential.
• Liaise and advice stakeholders on the permitting of alien and invasive species.
• Co-ordinate and participate in multi-lateral interactions to facilitate the implementation of the Alien and Invasive Species Regulations and associated norms and standards Co-ordinate and participate in multi-lateral interactions to facilitate the implementation of the Alien and Invasive Species Regulations and associated norms and standards.
• Establish and maintain a register of all permits.
• Provide a bi-annual report supported by the permit database Update and maintain permit database.
• Conduct desktop research to ensure correct scientific names are allocated for permit application.
• Provide species verification on the Alien and Invasive Species Regulations.

Requirements

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural/Environmental Science or relevant qualification within the related field.
• At least 1 year experience required in a relevant field.
• Knowledge of the application of the relevant national and international prescripts relating to the management of invasive alien species.
• Knowledge on Natural Resources Management policies and procedure, Project management, Financial and Procurement procedures.
• Skills:
• Research
• Planning and organising
• Communications skills (Written and verbal) Must be Innovative and proactive
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily
• Ability to gather and analyse information
• Good interpersonal relations skills