📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEWDepartment of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is actively recruiting for a Senior Specialist: Land Use,Land Use Change and Forestry Inventory position in Gauteng. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Science sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILEWe are seeking talented individuals with the following profile• Experience Level: 5 years • Educational Background: Master or equivalent • Industry Focus: Science • Location Preference: in Gauteng
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThe Senior Specialist: Land Use,Land Use Change and Forestry Inventory position is an important role within the Science sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTSThis role in Science offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCEWhen applying for this Senior Specialist: Land Use,Land Use Change and Forestry Inventory position, ensure your CV highlights: • Relevant experience matching the 5 years requirement • Educational qualifications in line with Master • Specific achievements in the Science field • Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXTThe Science sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
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Requirements & Qualifications
Master’s Degree (NQF 9) in Forestry or Natural Resource Sciences, Environmental Management or Sciences or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. Five (5) years’ experience in the relevant field.
DutiesCompile Land Use, Land Use Change and Forestry Inventory. Lead the compilation and annual review of the LULUCF component of South Africa’s National Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Inventory. Identify data and information requirements for LULUCF emissions estimation. Collect, collate, and validate data for the Forest and Other Land Use (FOLU) sector. Conduct QA/QC processes and ensure data integrity and methodological consistency. Compile LULUCF emission inventory reports and implement GHG improvement programmes. Review Carbon Sequestration. Review sequestration submissions from GHG reporting entities for Carbon Tax compliance. Conduct research to identify other activities that needs to be subjected to carbon sequestration under the carbon tax. Oversee the independent verification scheme for carbon sequestration. Collaborate with the forestry and pulp and paper industry to improve transparency in reporting by third-party timber growers. Manage Land Mapping and Data Systems. Set up and operationalise a land-mapping platform to support sustainable LULUCF emissions compilation. Develop and maintain land-use change datasets and land-use change matrices. Analyse mitigation actions using geospatial and land-use data. Strengthen digital systems that support LULUCF monitoring, reporting and verification (MRV). Provide Governance and Reporting Support. Support implementation of the Climate Change Act, specifically as it relates to LULUCF and land-based emissions. Contribute to domestic and international reporting, including Biennial Transparency Reports (BTRs), National Communications, and other UNFCCC submissions. Support development and operationalization of standards and guidelines for the FOLU sector.
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