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  • Posted: Oct 18, 2025
    Deadline: Nov 10, 2025
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  • 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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    Deputy Director: Sustainable Forest Management

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

    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.

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