SALARY : R605 742 per annum
CENTRE : Western Cape Ref No: FOM23/2026
Limpopo / Mpumalanga Ref No: FOM24/2026
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Forestry / Natural Science / Environmental
Management or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by
SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Forestry or related field. All
shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry
assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an
Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Knowledge, and evidence of the
National Forest Act 1998 (Act 84 of 1998), National veld and Forest Fire Act
(NVFFA) including Environmental Legislation and policies impacting on the
forestry sector. Sound knowledge in the regulation of natural resources.
Knowledge of government administrative procedures i.e. Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA). Ability to collect and interpret information and
reports. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Good presentation
skills. Computer literacy. Ability to work under pressure and handle criticism.
Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to negotiate in difficult
situations and to resolve conflict. Ability to work long hours. A Valid Driving
License and willingness to travel.
DUTIES : Implement, monitor and review National Forest Act policy and strategies.
Identify areas that can be dealt with through other mechanisms such as
regulations, guidelines, or capacity building and awareness. Review and
comment on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and other specialist
reports for development impacting forests and trees in accordance with the
National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (NEMA) Promote compliance
and enforcement regarding the National Forests Act No. 84 of 1998. Liaise with
Directorate of Legal Services and State Law Advisor regarding legal opinions
and interpretation of provisions of the Act. Facilitate the appointment of Forest
Officers as Peace Officers in terms of Criminal Procedure Act, 1977. Implement
capacity building and communication programmes for stakeholders. Conducts
NFA training course to various stakeholders such as SAPS, Judiciary,
Magistrate and Prosecutors, State Organs. Provide technical advice in the
issuing of licenses for protected trees, State and natural forests. Manage and
maintain database of license statistics. Monitor the uniformity of licensing by
evaluating the quality and assurance process and procedures in the Forestry
Regions.
NOTE : Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any
Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae
only, to be considered. All attachments for online application must include an
application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or
attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post
on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with
the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. Shortlisted
candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior
Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the
interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications
evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity,
affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants
from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s
equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence
will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be
subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for
employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status;
Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification
verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the
Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms
of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training
Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April
2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a
successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as
endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into
SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link:
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.
Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful
completion of the course. All candidates shortlisted for the posts will be
subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical
elements of the job. Following the interview and the technical exercise of all
SMS posts, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic
managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on
the implementation of competency-based assessments. Persons appointed
will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement
and employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an
appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the
closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and
consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act
(POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide
to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents,
Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in
accordance with the POPIA of 2013.
ENQUIRIES : Western Cape Ms T Gwala at 066 374 7795
Limpopo / Mpumalanga Ms N Mudau at 066 566 0640
APPLICATIONS : Cape Town, Limpopo and Mpumalanga: Must be submitted to the DirectorGeneral, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, The Director:
Integrated Human Resource Management, Private Bag X4390, Cape Town,
8000 or hand-deliver to 14 Loop Street, Cape Town or can be emailed to the
respective email address quoting the reference number on the subject email.
Western Cape Ref No: FOM23-2026@dffe.gov.za
Limpopo Ref No: FOM24-2026@dffe.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 25 May 2026, 16:00. No late application will be accepted