SUSTAINABLE FOREST MANAGEMENT POST REFERENCE NO: FOM15/2025

SALARY : R1 059 105 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)

CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma or Degree (NQF 6) in Forestry or relevant qualification within
the related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of five (5) years’
experience of which three (3) of them should be at the entry / junior managerial
level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). Extensive experience in Forestry
/ Natural Resources Management / Conservation Management or
Environmental Scientist or related field.

 

Sound understanding of the National
Forests Act, 1998 (Act No 84 of 1998). Knowledge of Forestry and
environmental management sector. Understanding of the Public Finance
Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of policy
development and analysis. Excellent Communication (verbal, presentation and
report writing). Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure. A
valid driver’s license and willing to travel.

DUTIES : Manage, monitor and evaluate the development of policy instruments. Ensure
the development of policies, guidelines and strategies for managing the
administration of the National Forests Act. Manage and coordinate the
legislative review of the National Forests Act and regulations. Ensure
compliance and enforcement of the NFA while advocating co-operative
governance. Manage and build Compliance and Enforcement of the National
Forests Act through training and capacity building. Render support to
Compliance and Enforcement Stakeholder Engagements (e.g. working
groups).

 

Manage capacity building and advisory support. Manage and provide
training on the provisions of the NFA to institutions of higher learning. Support
regions in the implementation of provisions of the National Forests Act. Provide
leadership to the NFA Sub-directorate. Provide advice to senior management
and the legislature, as well as relevant sector bodies, on policies and strategies
relevant to the Sub-directorate. Ensure capacity and development of staff.

ENQUIRIES : Mr C Ndou at 0660191221

APPLICATIONS : FOM15-2025@dffe.gov.za

POST 2: SCIENTIST PRODUCTION GRADE A REF NO: OC29/2025

SALARY : R761 157 per annum, (all-inclusive remuneration package)

CENTRE : Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s (BSc) Honours Degree (NQF8) in Physical Oceanography or
relevant equivalent in Science qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Compulsory registration with the SACNASP as a professional scientist.
Relevant three (3) years post qualification experience, with a proven track
record of relevant research and development output, including mentoring.
Proven good knowledge of Physical Oceanography dynamics, processes and
variability. Knowledge of Scientific methodologies and models and to analyse,
interpret large datasets. Ability to conduct basic and applied oceanographic
research.

Skills: Decision making, analytical skills, customer focus and
responsiveness, networking and mentoring. Must have good communication
(both verbal and written), and report writing skill. Willingness and ability to go
to sea and/or conduct field work regularly and for extended periods of time.
Prior to commencement of duty, the successful candidate must pass a
compulsory medical examination for seafarers (Section 101 of the SAMSA Act
57 of 1951) in order to undertake research at sea.

DUTIES : Develop and implement methodologies, systems, policies, procedures.
Conduct basic and applied research required to develop and implement
methodologies, policies, systems and procedures. Monitor and evaluate
project performance. Provide scientific, data, advice and information when
requested. Perform scientific analyses and sample processing. Gather and
process in situ and satellite data and samples, and model output as required.
Conduct basic and applied analysis of data and samples as required.

Formulate proposals and compile reports. Conduct research and advance
professional development. Conduct basic and applied physical oceanography
research as required. Participate in research cruises and/or coastal field trips
as required. Perform Environmental Monitoring and Assessment. Investigate
variations and patterns of physical oceanographic dynamics, processes, and
variability by using in situ and satellite data, and additional model outputs as
required.

Assess impacts of physical oceanographic dynamics, processes, and
variability on the southern African marine ecosystem. Perform regulatory
functions and administrative tasks. Participate in outreach events, including
public talks, exhibitions, conferences, stakeholder meetings, etc.

ENQUIRIES : Dr Tarron Lamont, tlamont@dffe.gov.za

APPLICATIONS : OC29-2025@dffe.gov.za

POST 3: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EP NON-INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMMES REF NO: EP25/2025

SALARY : R582 444 per annum

CENTRE : Eastern Cape

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Environmental Science / Environmental
Management or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by
SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years in a Project Management role. Knowledge
of Environmental related legislation. Natural resource management. Invasive
alien species management. South African National Standards. Administrative
procedures. Financial management. Project management. Personnel
management. Programme-based natural resource operational planning.

 

Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Human resource and
Statistical analysis Extensive management and technical training in order to
understand operational functioning of the programme. Public Service and
departmental procedures and prescripts. Socio-economic development. The
incumbent should have the following skills; Leadership and Management.
Strategic thinking and planning. Analytical and Systems thinking. C

 

onceptual thinking, Problem solving, Computer literacy, Communication skills, Technical writing skills, Report/professional writing, Mentorship skills, Organising skills,
Facilitation skills, Planning skills. Innovative and proactive. Ability to work long
hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information. Proven leadership
skills. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work independently and in
a team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under extreme
pressure. Conflict management and resolution. Ability to organise and plan
under pressure. Ability to collect and interpret information and reports.

 

DUTIES : Coordinate the implementation of EP Non-infrastructure projects and invasive
alien plant clearing activities within the province. Ensure compliance with EP
Non-Infrastructure projects operational standard, procedures and legal
requirements for all projects implemented within the province. Facilitate the
development and review of project operational plans for EP Non-infrastructure
within the province. Facilitate stakeholder engagement to support EP NonInfrastructure projects operations within the province.

ENQUIRIES : Ms U Makati Tel No: (043) 722 0685

APPLICATIONS : EP25-2025@dffe.gov.za

POST 4 : ESTATE MANAGER: WOODLANDS& INDIGENEOUS FOREST MANAGEMENT REF NO: BC23/2025

SALARY : R468 459 per annum

CENTRE : KZN (Nkwezela State Forest)

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Forestry or equivalent qualification within the
related field as recognised by SAQA, coupled with a minimum 3 years relevant
experience in Indigenous Forest management. Knowledge and understanding
of National Forest Act,1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998) and National Veld and Forest
Fire Act, 1998 (Act No.101 of 1998), National Environmental Management Act
(NEMA), National Environmental management: Protected Areas Act (NEMPA),
other environmental legislations and regulatory processes.

 

Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Act, Occupational Health, and Safety Act,
PFMA, Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of Indigenous Forestry and
Protected areas operational processes.

 

Skills: People management and
empowerment, financial management, Project and programme management,
Communication (written and verbal), Leadership, Facilitation and negotiation
skills, Planning and execution. Ability to work long hours, to apply policies. work
individually and in team, work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict,
Innovative and proactive. A valid driver’s license.

 

DUTIES : Preserving the biodiversity of the estate to ensure the continued livelihood
within the forest estate. Management and rehabilitation of degraded forest
areas, wetlands, and riparian zones. Implementation of National Forest Act and
National Veld & Forest Fire Act. Auditing of forests and implementation of
Corrective Action Measures as per PCIS Framework. Management of woodlots
associated with some Indigenous forests.

 

Manage the infrastructure to ensure
the functional utilisation, maintenance, and development within the forest
estate. Roads (e.g., management roads, tourist roads, etc.). Office buildings
(e.g., offices, stores, gardens, staff houses, guest houses, ablution facilities
etc.). Tourism facilities (Recreational facilities e.g., hiking huts, guest houses,
camp sites, picnic sites, bird hides, etc.). Forest boundary beacons and fences.

 

Promote Environmental Awareness and manage internal and external
relationships with all interested and affected stakeholders to the estate. Ensure
presentations to visitors, schools, and communities. Promote indigenous tree
planting and Arbor week. Promote, facilitate, and monitor access by users and
visitors to educate them on the aspects of forest biodiversity management.
Ensure proper functioning of Participatory Forest Management Committees
(neighbouring farmers, communities, NGOs, and other stakeholders).

 

Participate in biodiversity related forums and workshops. Training of SAPS,
Communities and Forest Officers in National Forest Act and National Veld &
Forest Fire Act. Manage risk and security aspects on the estate &
administrative and related function. Develop and implement resource security
plan for the estate. Enforce regulations and legislation applicable on the estate.
Coordinate and conduct regular forest patrols. Oversee the issuing of licenses
and other relevant permits.

 

Compile and submit monthly and quarterly reports
(technical and support related e.g., work plans for PMDS). Develop an
Operational Plan for the estate. Manage human resources. Provide inputs into
the development of internal standards and guidelines. Coordinate and manage
booking for in hiking huts accommodation. Inputs on the formulation of policies
and regulations.

ENQUIRIES : Dr. TV Ramatshimbila Tel No: (012) 309 5716

APPLICATIONS : BC23-2025@dffe.gov.za

 

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