Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Vacancies

ANNEXURE E

DEPARTMENT OF, FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative
action employer.

APPLICATIONS : Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries
and the Environment, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-delivered to:
Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6, Cnr Soutpansberg and
Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria. or can be emailed to the respective email
address quoting the reference number on the subject email.
CLOSING DATE : 13 April 2026, 16:00

FOR ATTENTION : Human Resource Management
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 SMS posts from 1April 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, all shortlisted candidates,
including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a
practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s
technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical
conduct) assessment. Following the interview and the technical exercise, 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. The person appointed to
this position 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. 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. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing
date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was
unsuccessful.
ERRATUM: Kindly note that the post for Senior Legal Administration Officer

Cape Town with Ref No: (RCSCPT01/2026) advertised in the Public Service
Vacancy Circular 8 dated 06 March 2026 with the closing date of 23 March
2026 is amended. The amendment is as follows, the email address is
RCSMCPT01-2026@dffe.gov.za.The post of LegalAdministration Officer MR5
with Ref No: RCSM-CPT02/2026 advertised in the Public Service Vacancy
Circular 8 dated 06 March 2026 with the closing date of 23 March 2026 is

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amended. The amendment is as follows, the email address is RCSMCPT02-
2026@dffe.gov.za.

OTHER POSTS

POST 10/261 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EP INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMMES REF NO:
EP11/2026

SALARY : R1 059 105 per annum, (terms and conditions apply)
CENTRE : North West
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Environmental Science or relevant in the related
field. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in the related field of which three

(3) years should be at an entry/junior managerial level (Assistant Director level
or equivalent). Knowledge of environmental management and the associated
legislations. Good project and financial management background. Knowledge
of public service and departmental procedures and prescripts. Have knowledge
of inter-governmental relations. The Candidate must be in possession of the
following skills: Planning, Organizing, Facilitation, Communication and
technical writing skills. Must have leadership and management skills. Advance

office application such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to
collaborate effectively with stakeholders at various levels. Ability to work
independently and in a team. Good interpersonal relations. Ability to work with
difficult persons and to resolve conflict. Proactive approach to functions
deadlines and delivering results with limited supervision.
DUTIES : Provide contract management with respect to implementation of the project.
Managing monthly reporting requirements and the review of monthly reports.

Conduct the site and administrative inspections for the projects and ensuring
the facilitation of the corrective measures in instances of non-compliance.
Provide support in the development of plans for projects. Facilitate inputs into
project business plans. Manage cash-flow and expenditure in respect to the
implementation of the projects. Manage stakeholders involved in the
implementation of the projects. Review implementers’performance against the
contracts. Facilitate the establishment of Project Advisory Committees and

meetings. Convene implementers’ briefing sessions. Manage processes and
procedures involved in the closeout of the projects. Facilitate the submission
and evaluation of project completion reports. Facilitate the project hand-over
processes.
ENQUIRIES : Mr U R Bahadur Tel No: (012) 399 9162
APPLICATIONS : EP11-2026@dffe.gov.za

POST 10/262 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EPWP COORDINATION REF NO: EP16/2026

SALARY : R896 436 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : Degree/National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural Science, Environmental
Management Sciences, Development Studies or relevant qualification in the
related field. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the related field of

which three (3) years should be at an entry/junior managerial level (Assistant
Director level or equivalent). Knowledge of poverty alleviation programmes of
Government, specifically the EPWP (including applicable legislation governing
the implementation of the programme) and programmes implemented in the
Environment and Culture Sector, extensive relevant experience in
coordination, complex stakeholder management and understanding of
government reporting protocols. Demonstrated application of relevant

legislation relating, but not limited to, Inter-governmental Framework Relations.
Extensive knowledge of EPWP reporting requirements and systems employed.
Proven communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and problem-solving
skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. and proven track
record in management of staff, Proficiency in Excel spreadsheets & Sound
numerical and analytical acumen & Experience in human resources and
financial management. A Valid Code B drivers’ licence is compulsory &

willingness to travel extensively.
DUTIES : Ensure effective functioning of the mechanisms for provincial coordination
structures. Ensure that all the national coordination mechanisms are functional
and effective. Ensure development of annual/multiyear provincial sector plans.
Monitor compliance of sector projects with EPWP guidelines. Ensure

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participation of national programmes in the sector. Manage staff in the Sub-
directorate.
ENQUIRIES : Mr M Moela Tel No: (012) 399 9730
APPLICATIONS : EP16-2026@dffe.gov.za

POST 10/263 : PROJECT COORDINATOR: EP NON-INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMMES
REF NO: EP12/2026 (X2 POSTS)

SALARY : R397 116 per annum
CENTRE : North West
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural Science/Environmental Management or
relevant qualification within the related field qualification as recognised by

SAQA. Aminimum of two (2) years’experience in relevant field. Understanding
of Project management. Knowledge of Alien vegetation control. Good
communication skills and sound organization and planning skills. Knowledge
of Working for Water policies and procedures, knowledge of legislation relevant
to alien vegetation control will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge of
Public Service and Departmental procedures and prescripts. Computer
literacy, knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). People

management, change management and empowerment skills. Valid driver’s
license and willingness to travel and work long hours with limited supervision.
DUTIES : Provide project planning support services to projects by developing a strategic
clearing plan and an Annual Plan of Operation (APO) for approval of budget
allocation. Facilitate the implementation of project plans through the
establishment of stakeholder engagement. Monitor implementation of project
plans by conducting site audits to ensure compliance with Working for Water

policies/standards, health and safety prescripts and various environment and
agriculture legislation which governs alien vegetation control. Render project
close out services by conducting final site inspections and facilitating the
handing over of cleared land to the land user.
ENQUIRIES : Mr U R Bahadur Tel No: (012) 399 9162
APPLICATIONS : EP12-2026@dffe.gov.za

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