Water Compliance & WDM Regulatory Officer

EdUpStairs; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

EdUpStairs in South Africa seeks a regulatory specialist to monitor Water Use Efficiency compliance and compile assessments with recommendations. The role supports the development and implementation of WC/WDM programmes by Water Management Institutions.

You will assist in the preparation of reports, train stakeholders, and contribute to policy development in accordance with PFMA, NWA, and WSA requirements.

Qualifications

• National Diploma equivalent in Natural Sciences or equivalent.
• Practical experience in water sector; prior involvement in Water Services Management/Regulation or Water Use Efficiency is advantageous.
• Possession of a valid unexpired driver’s license; willingness to travel extensively.
• Understanding of WMS operating system is advantageous.
• Proficiency in MS Office and other software applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication with management, colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, planning and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of PFMA, NWA, WSA and related legislation.
• Knowledge of National Water Act 1998 and related environmental laws.

Responsibilities

• Monitor compliance with Water Use Efficiency standards and prepare relevant reports with recommendations.
• Monitor development and implementation of WC/WDM programmes, strategies, business plans and projects by Water Management Institutions.
• Ensure rollout of WC/WDM improvement systems aligns with sector benchmarks and water use efficiency practices.
• Monitor submission of standard IWA water balances by Water Services Authorities.
• Assess water losses and non-revenue water using IWA water balance information.
• Coordinate No Drop regulatory program activities and reporting.
• Monitor data loading by Water Services Institutions in the IRIS system.
• Contribute to training materials and courses for stakeholders in local government.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Planning & organizing

Technical report writing

Data analysis

Policy development & analysis

Financial management

Willingness to travel

Education

National Diploma in Natural Sciences

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

EdUpStairs in South Africa seeks a regulatory specialist to monitor Water Use Efficiency compliance and compile assessments with recommendations. The role supports the development and implementation of WC/WDM programmes by Water Management Institutions.

You will assist in the preparation of reports, train stakeholders, and contribute to policy development in accordance with PFMA, NWA, and WSA requirements.