Senior Forester at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Forestry / Natural Resources Management or related qualification within the related field as recognized by SAQA.
• A Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Forestry or related field. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. 
• Knowledge of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act 84 of 1998) and the National Veld and Forest Fires Act, 1998 (Act 101 of 1998) including other relevant legislations such as NEMA, NEMBA, CARA, Protected Areas Act, Public Services Act, PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of the forest and environmental management sector. Knowledge of PCI&S management Framework. A Valid Driving License and Willingness to travel.

Duties

• Render commercial activities in state forest plantations. Implement operational plans for the state forest plantations. Quality assure work rendered by services providers.
• Development of management plans. Assist in compiling and updating annual plans of operations. Plan and conduct physical verification for state forest plantations in the region.
• Monitor compliance with applicable business processes for management of state forest plantations. Prepare weekly and monthly reports. Implement the Audit Action Plan and keep record of evidence.
• Create jobs through Expanded Public Works Programme. Ensure protection of plantations from fires, livestock and pests.
• Assist with the implementation, enforcement and promotion of the National Forest Act (NFA), Conservation of Natural Resources Act (CARA) and National Veld Forest Fire Act (NVFFA). Administer forestry support services. Participate in stakeholder engagements. Conduct awareness campaigns. Management and supervision of employees.

Candidate Profile

• People management and empowerment. Client orientation and customer focus. Financial Management.
• Project and Programme Management. Good communication skills (written and verbal). Facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Conflict management skills. Planning and organizing skills. Good interpersonal relations skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and work long hours. Ability to work individually and in a team.