Environment Assessment Division

  1. Implement and enforce the Environmental Assessment (EA) Act 2000 and the Regulation for the Environmental Clearance of Projects 2002.
  2. Update/revise Annex 2 of the Regulation for the Environmental Clearance of Projects annually.
  3. Attend to appeals and impose sanctions related to environmental offenses.
  4. Formulate new and update existing sectoral guidelines and Environmental Codes of Practice (ECOPs).
  5. Conduct screening, scoping and assessment of applications and make decisions.
  6. Manage and maintain information on the number of applications received, processed and issued/rejected and acknowledge the receipt of applications for environmental clearance.
  7. Conduct site visits and spot checks on all activities subjected to the EA Act 2000.
  8. Maintain records of non-compliance and actions taken.
  9. Participate in workshops, seminars and meetings.
  10. Compile reports from the Competent Authorities and report on the implementation of the EA Act 2000 to the Commission annually.
  11. Extend support to the Dzongkhag Environment Committees (DECs).  
  12. Pursue the development of and environmental management network with line ministries/agencies so as to progressively delegate responsibilities under the EA Act.
  13. Act as resource persons for trainings/seminars/workshops conducted by line agencies and others on Environmental Assessment.  Conduct environmental workshops/seminars and training workshops
  14. Assist the Environmental Assessment Advisory Board.

Monitoring, Information, Communication and Outreach Division

Monitoring Section

  1. Develop, review and revise national ambient air and water quality monitoring and management strategies.
  2. Conduct periodic compliance monitoring in collaboration with Environment Units/focal points.
  3. Establish and manage ambient air and water quality monitoring stations.
  4. Monitor ambient air and water quality, noise pollution and land use change.
  5. Develop, review and update national environmental standards.
  6. Collect and compile environmental data.
  7. Participate in meetings, workshops and seminars.

Water Resources Coordination Section

  1. Coordinate the drafting of the Water Act, Policy and Vision ;
  2. Coordinate and formulate a broad national water policy along with the required legislation;
  3. Coordinate and prepare water action plans for integrated water resources management;
  4. Coordinate and prepare the institutional linkage mechanism within and beyond the water resources sector;
  5. Review and coordinate the preparation of a comprehensive HRD plan in the water resources sector;
  6. Act as the national counterpart to consultants involved in policy formulation and management of water resources;
  7. To act as a policy advisory committee to the government on water resources protection, development and management;
  8. To monitor and evaluate the programmes on water resources implemented by the different sub sectors;
  9. Develop, review and revise water quality monitoring and management strategy
  10. Conduct periodic compliance monitoring in collaboration with environmentunits and or focal points of all developmental activities.
  11. Assist, develop, review and update national water quality standard
  12. Conduct workshops/seminars and advocacy programs on water
  13. Liaise with other agencies such as BhWP, DoE, MoWHS etc. that has a stake on Water resources management
  14. Water issues are gaining centre stage and it is important to be   represented in international forums (through meetings, workshops, seminars etc.) to voice national concerns and counter views of other NGOs.

Environmental Information Section

  1. Manage and maintain the Environment Information Management System (EIMS).
  2. Network with other sectors in data collection and management.
  3. Establish a relevant Geographic Information System (GIS) facility in NEC.
  4. Collect and manage of GIS data.
  5. Provide GIS and related support to all other sections of NEC.
  6. Conduct study on emerging environmental issues.
  7. Manage and update the NEC Website in coordination with other Divisions and Sections.
  8. Manage the Local Area Network (LAN) in NEC.
  9. Participate in meetings, workshops and seminars

Communication and Outreach Section

  1. Prepare and publish the State of the Environment Report (SOE).
  2. Serve as the media focal point/s.
  3. Publish NEC documents.
  4. Coordinate commemoration of environmental events.
  5. Conduct advocacy and awareness programs.
  6. Conduct workshops/seminars for all sections and divisions of NEC.
  7. Manage and upgrade the NEC library.
  8. Liaise with DECs and other sectors on awareness and advocacy programs.
  9. Focal section for environment education.
  10. Capacity building in Dzongkhags and geogs.
  11. Develop and manage online journals.
  12. Initiate and promote voluntary environmental management approaches (such as the ISO 14000 EMS standard) in the private sector.
  13. Participate in meetings, workshops and seminars.

Policy and Planning Division

Policy and Planning Section

  1. Prepare, revise, and update national environmental policies.
  2. Prepare annual and Five-Year plans in collaboration with divisions and sections.
  3. Mainstream environmental aspects into RGoB sector policies, plans and programmes, using Strategic Environmental Assessment concepts.
  4. Prepare Annual and Mid-Term Review and follow up.
  5. Participate in workshops, meetings, seminars.
  6. Prepare annual GG Plus implementation plan and submit progress reports and related follow-up.
  7. Coordinate NEC meetings.

Programmes Section

  1. Coordinate and liaise with DADM, Planning Commission, relevant agencies and with Project Management Team.
  2. Coordinate the implementation of obligations under the various MEAS/Conventions.
  3. Set up project/programme documentations and reports.
  4. Coordinate donor assistance, including TA with donors and other relevant sectors.
  5. Oversee the implementation of project activities and ensure delivery of outputs as per the work plan.
  6. Organize programme/project Steering Committee Meetings as specified in project document in consultation with PMT.
  7. Carry out feasibility studies for upcoming projects.
  8. Participate in workshops, meetings, seminars.
  9. Ensure all MEA contributions are paid on time in collaboration with MFA.
  10. Maintain and update complete documentation on MEA and meeting reports.
  11. Maintain and provide MEA information to others with technical support and inputs from the concerned MEA focal persons.

Administration and Finance Division

Administration Section

  1. General administration functions.
  2. Procurement of office items.
  3. Ensure office decorum and etiquette.
  4. Maintenance and management of office pool vehicles.
  5. Provide logistical support.
  6. Liaise with RAA with regard to financial auditing.
  7. Responsible for quotations (purchase, ticketing, consulting).

Finance Section

  1. Ensure maintenance of financial records.
  2. Annual and FYP budgeting. 
  3. Over all financial management.
  4. Financial recording and reporting.
  5. Liaise with RAA with regard to financial auditing
  6. Coordination with MoF, other relevant budgetary agencies and donors.

Human Resource Management Unit (HRMU)

  1. Staffing
    • Staff selection and recruitment in collaboration with RCSC.
    • Appointments and office orders.
    • Process transfers orders.
  2. Personnel
    • Maintain personnel files.
    • Maintain Shiyog system (staff database).
    • Responsible for all issues related to Position Classification.
    • Prepare Job Descriptions for new posts.
    • Maintain Leave records.
  3. Promotion
    • Prepare and process promotion for staff.
    • Maintain promotion records and files.
    • Attain promotion meetings and necessary follow-up.
  4. Human Resources Development
    • Participate in HRD Master Planning Process in collaboration with RCSC.
    • Prepare annual HRD plan and attend annual HRD annual review meetings.
    • Implement training as per approved HRD Plan.
    • Maintain training records and reports. 
    • Process training approvals with RCSC, MoFA and others.

Legal Unit

  1. Develop, revise and amend environmental acts, rules and regulations and notifications.
  2. Provide inputs to line ministries in developing environmental laws and regulations.
  3. Prepare all relevant documents for the Commission/Secretariat related to all environmental cases and disputes (prosecution).
  4. Study MEAs and prepare reports to the Commission to facilitate ratification.
  5. Assist in the implementation and enforcement of EA Act 2000 and… advise and/or suggest and if necessary prepare legal documents in consultation with relevant sections and Divisions.
  6. Examine extent of fines/penalties for violations/non-compliance of environmental terms and conditions
  7. Participate in workshops, meetings, seminars.
  8. Act as a resource to other Divisions and Sections.
  9. Support and represent NEC in litigations