The legal mandate and core business of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) are to manage, protect and conserve South Africa’s environment and natural resources. The mandate is informed by section 24 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act No. 108 of 1996), which affords everyone the right to (a) an enviro...
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Assistant Director: Business Development Ref No: FOM/CT15/2026
National Diploma (NQF level 6) Forestry or a relevant equivalent qualification.
A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Forestry or a relevant field.
Knowledge in the regulation of natural resources.
Knowledge of National Forests Act, 1998 and National Environmental management Act, 107 of 1998.
Knowledge of Environmental Legislation and policies impacting on the forestry sector. Knowledge of Forestry /Agricultural Economics. Knowledge of Business Plan Development.
Knowledge of government administrative procedures (PFMA and treasury regulations). Leadership and management.
Strategic thinking.
Analytical thinking.
Conceptual. Problem solving.
Process design.
Expert level of computer literacy. Negotiation skills.
Communication, especially in writing.
Ability to gather and analyse information.
Ability to work individually and in a team.
Ability to interpret regulation and develop appropriate policy.
Ability to work under extreme pressure.
Articulate. Multi-tasking.
Creativity.
Service-oriented.
Self-supervision.
A Valid Driver’s License and Willingness to travel.
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