Water Strategy Officer (Temp FT to Jun 2026) – Hybrid

Department of Industry; Newcastle; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Water Strategy Officer for a temporary full-time position until 30 June 2026. This role requires relevant qualifications and experience in strategic planning, complex analysis, and regulatory review. The successful candidate will develop strategies for metropolitan water issues and assist in providing high-quality analysis and advice related to water services and resource planning. Hybrid working arrangements are supported, with a focus on shaping water strategy in a sustainable manner.

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic planning and water resource management.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks for water services.
• Strong analytical skills for policy development.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy and policy options for metropolitan water issues.
• Review regulatory mechanisms for water services.
• Assist the Project Director with strategic analysis.

Skills

Strategic planning

Complex analysis

Regulatory review

Policy development

Education

Relevant tertiary qualifications

Job description

A government agency is seeking a Water Strategy Officer for a temporary full-time position until 30 June 2026. This role requires relevant qualifications and experience in strategic planning, complex analysis, and regulatory review. The successful candidate will develop strategies for metropolitan water issues and assist in providing high-quality analysis and advice related to water services and resource planning. Hybrid working arrangements are supported, with a focus on shaping water strategy in a sustainable manner.