Assistant Director: Forestry Development (Greening and Livelihoods Implementation Support) Ref: FOM56/2026 at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Forestry or Developmental Studies or relevant qualification within the related field as recognized by SAQA. 
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Forestry or related field. Knowledge of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No 84 of 1998) (NFA) and the National Veld and Forest Fire Act, 1998 (Act No 101 of 1998) (NVFFA). 
• Knowledge of the function of different departments and levels of government. Government business practices and policies. Project Management and strategic planning. Stakeholder Engagement. A valid Driving license and willingness to travel.

Duties

• Provide technical advice and support in terms of greening programmes or initiatives. Promote partnerships between government, Non-Government Organisations (NGOs) and private individuals and communities to ensure long term commitment to land under forestry programmes.
• Promote sustainable use of natural resources on indigenous forest areas on both communal and privately owned land through partnerships with interested and affected parties.
• Coordinate and facilitate forestry greening and livelihood programmes and projects. Facilitate the implementation of greening initiatives (Ten Million Trees) programmes.
• Provide technical support in the development of business plans and source funding for enterprise and livelihoods projects. Facilitate the integration of Forestry Development into Local, Provincial and National Government Development spheres.
• Participate in the Comprehensive Rural Development and Urban Renewal Programmes. Render support in the coordination of forestry greening campaigns. Provide support for the Arbor Month and Arbor City Awards Programme.

Candidate Profile

• Strategic Capability and Leadership. Financial Management. People Management and Empowerment. Good interpersonal relations skills. Good Communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle criticism. Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to negotiate in difficult situations and to resolve conflict.