SALARY : R932 292 per annum
CENTRE : Limpopo Province (to operate between Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces)
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Policing, Forensic Investigation, Law,
Environmental Law or relevant qualification within the relevant field as
recognized by SAQA. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in investigation
or enforcement, forensic or crime investigation or prosecution or relevant of
which three (3) years should be at entry/junior management level (Assistant
Director level or equivalent). 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 of
environmental policies and related legislations, international instruments, civil
procedures, criminal procedure, constitutional law and administrative law.
Extensive knowledge of criminal justice system. Knowledge of natural resource
management specifically TOPS/CITES. Good legal drafting, investigative and
evidence gathering skills. Strategic, analytical, problem solving and negotiation
skills. Information management and computer literacy. Report writing,
communication, facilitation, organising and good interpersonal skill. Ability to
gather and analyse information, ability to develop and apply policies, conflict
management and resolution. A service -oriented approach and the ability to
work efficiently and effectively under pressure. Ability to work independently
and within a team. The candidate must have a valid driving license and will be
expected to travel extensively.
DUTIES : Co-ordinate joint initiatives to strengthen the anti-poaching and anti-trafficking
capabilities in the Premier Integrated Wildlife Zone (IWZ). Manage case
dockets and provide criminal investigation support for wildlife related crimes to
ensure effective case management, prosecution support and compliance with
legal procedures. Provide support in relation to court appearances. Liaise with
stakeholders within the Premier IWZ. Attend Provincial Wildlife Crime Forums,
IWZ meetings and other relevant meetings. Provide strategic support to
national wildlife trafficking projects. Ensure the coordination of enforcement
and investigation operations to promote effective compliance and law
enforcement outcomes.
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 : Mr O Chauke Tel No: (012) 399 9317
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.
Email: RCSM04-2026@dffe.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 25 May 2026, 16:00. No late application will be accepted