Heritage Officer: Archaeology - Job Advert Eastern Cape

EASTERN PROVINCIAL HERITAGE RESOURCES AUTHORITY (ECPHRA)

The Eastern Cape Provincial Heritage Resources Authority is a statutory body established in terms of the National

Heritage Resources Act (No. 25 of 1999) for the purpose of identifying, managing, conserving and promoting the heritage

resources in the Province of the Eastern Cape within the provisions of the Act. ECPHRA is seeking the services of an

energetic, committed and a suitable qualified individual to fill the following position:

Heritage Officer: Archaeology

Salary: All- inclusive salary package of R238 622.49 per annum and a 13th cheque.

Education and Qualification requirements: Honours Degree in Archaeology, a candidate with a Masters Degree will

be given a first preference. At least 1 year post university experience in Archaeology and palaeontology related work.

Main Purpose: To assist the ECPHRA Manager in the identification, assessment, conservation and management of

archaeological and other heritage resources in the province. The Officer will be mainly responsible for Heritage Impact

Assessment (HIA) processes and this includes documentation and review of Notification of Intention to develop;

Background Information Documents; Environmental Management Plans; Archaeological Impact; Assessment reports;

Paleontological Impact Assessment reports. The Officer will document and process permit applications for archaeological

and paleontological material and meteorites, with the assistance of a permit committee.

Job Objectives: Heritage Impact Assessment. To document incoming NIDs, BIDs, BARs, EMPs, HIAs (including AIAs

and PIAs). To review the assessment reports (NIDs, BIDs, BARs, EMPs, HIAs to ensure that the set standards are adhered

to as described by the NHRA. Some of these may be done with the assistance of the permit committee. To create a

record of decision or review comment and communicate the findings of the assessment to the consultants and relevant

stakeholders. To monitor developments for compliance to conditions as may be set in the review comment or record of

decision. To partake in negotiations with stakeholders with regard to problems involving heritage conservation in order

to ensure that mitigation measures are favourable for both parties. To promote Heritage awareness to all stakeholders to

ensure the effective management of the heritage resources.

Permitting of archaeology, palaeontology and meteorites. To document and manage incoming applications to

facilitate compliance with the NHRA, ECPHRA policy and set standards. To accurately summarise the key elements of the

permit applications in order to circulate to the permit committee for review and counsel. To accurately issue all approved

permit applications and communicate conditions set by permitting committee and ECPHRA to the applicant. To critically

review the permit reports submitted to ensure that there is progress made by successful applicants on activities related

to the permit issued. The Officer will also coordinate and facilitate the Archaeology, Palaeontology and Meteorites Permit

Committee meetings.

Job Related Skills and Knowledge: Verbal and written communication skills; Presentation skills; Negotiations skills;

Knowledge of the National Heritage Resources Act and other heritage related Acts

Other requirements:

The incumbent must also be in possession of a code 08 driving licence.

Enquiries regarding the above position can be directed to Mr ML Zote at 043-642 2811.

Candidates are requested to forward comprehensive Curriculum Vitae, including the necessary documentation (ie. Original

certified copies of qualifications) to: The Heritage Manager, Eastern Cape Provincial Heritage Resources Authority, P.O.Box

16208, Amatole Valley, 5616 or hand delivered to No.74 Alexandra Road, King William’s Town, 5600.

No faxed, e-mailed or late applications will be considered.

Enquiries:

Enquiries regarding the above position can be directed to Mr ML Zote or Ms Noma-Africa Maxongo at 043-642 2811.

Closing Date for applications: 19 August 2011

Please note: If applicants are not contacted for an interview within 6 weeks of the closing date, they must accept that

their applications were unsuccessful.