Job Openings at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Environmental Management/ Natural Sciences or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (1) years’ experience required in a relevant environment.
• Knowledge of Biodiversity Sector; Knowledge of the marine and environmental legislation (MLRA, ICM Act & NEMA). Knowledge of the regulations promulgated there under and departmental policies with special reference to Biodiversity Enforcement. Understanding of social issues, and macro and micro-economic principles, and its application.
• Knowledge in general of government and administrative procedures and processes (PSA & PSR). Experience and knowledge of policy development and implementation.
• Knowledge of Financial and Procurement administrative procedures (PFMA &Treasury Regulations).
• Understanding of Environmental issues.
• Innovative and proactive.
• Ability to collect and interpret information and write reports. Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
• Ability to work under extreme pressure.
• Conflict management and resolution.

CLOSING DATE: 16 February 2026, 16:00

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Environmental Sciences / Natural Sciences or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of on (1) year experience in environmental management or relevant field.
• Understanding and knowledge of environmental quality and protection related policies.
• Applicant must have a broad knowledge of environmental policy, legislation and regulation development, waste management planning and environmental issues relation to pollution and waste management. Policy and legislative framework governing pollution and waste management.
• Understanding of government standard administrative procedure.
• Applicant must have knowledge and understanding public service and departmental procedure.
• Have the following personal attributes: strategic, analytical and creative thinking, ability to collect and interpret information and reports, ability to apply policies, good interpersonal relations skills, conflict management and resolution, ability to organise and plan under pressure.
• Must have good report writing skills, communication skills, advanced computer skills and excellent time management.
• The incumbent must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel.

CLOSING DATE: 16 February 2026, 16:00

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 certificate. Post-matric qualification and relevant experience in Administration will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of administrative procedure.
• Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of Financial Management. Computer literacy. Good communication skills (written and spoken).
• Report writing skills.
• Good interpersonal relations skills.
• Knowledge of public service prescripts and procedures.
• Sound organizing and planning skills.
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily and plan under pressure.
• Ability to gather and analyze information.
• Ability to adhere to policies, work independently, and work in a team.

CLOSING DATE: 16 February 2026, 16:00

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Environmental Science/Environmental Management or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience 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.
• Conceptual thinking,
• Problem solving, Computer literacy, Communication skills, technical writing skills,  Report/professional writing, Mentorship skills, Organizing skills, Facilitation skills, Planning skills. Innovative and proactive.
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
• Ability to gather and analyze 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 organize and plan under pressure.
• Ability to collect and interpret information and reports.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Transport Management/ Logistics, Environmental Management / Environmental Sciences or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Environmental Management or relevant field.
• Knowledge and Understanding of Project management, General Administration, Financial Administration, Project Management, Departmental procedures and prescript/policies.
• Knowledge of environmental management.
• Knowledge and exposure in depot operations.
• Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation.
• Knowledge and exposure in depot operations.
• Knowledge of waste management processes and procedures.
• Knowledge in logistics. Sound organising and planning skills.
• Good communications skills.
• Coordination skills.
• Computer literacy. Report Writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good interpersonal relations.
• Ability to work long hours voluntary.
• Ability to work independently.
• Responsible and loyal.
• Honest and reliable.
• A valid driver’s licence will be an added advantage.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• A four-year Degree (NQF8) or equivalent qualification in Natural or Environmental Sciences plus six years post qualification experience in the relevant field Knowledge of South Africa’s greenhouse gas emission profile and climate change mitigation.
• Climate Change legislation polices and Strategies.
• Climate Change Mitigation scenarios development and Modelling. Ability to conduct research, gather and analyze information. Climate change models. Ability to conduct social economic analysis. Skills: Data collection and analysis.
• Climate change modelling. Climate Change Scenario Development. Systems thinking and dynamics.
• Basic modelling skills; Coordination skills’ Organizational and planning; Communication skills (written and spoken); Programme and Project Management; Listening skills; Writing skills; Decision-making skills; Report writing skills; Organizational skills and Computer Literacy.

Personal Attributes:

• Innovative and proactive.
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
• Ability to gather and analyze information.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Ability to develop and apply policies.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary team.
• Good interpersonal relations skills.
• Ability to work under extreme pressure.
• Conflict management and resolution.
• Ability to organize and plan under pressure.
• Ability to collect and

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REQUIREMENTS:

• A four-year Degree (NQF8) or equivalent qualification in Natural or Environmental Sciences plus six years post qualification experience in the relevant field.
• Knowledge of PFMA, International climate change issues and awareness. South Africa and the government’s priorities.
• Broad understanding and knowledge of environmental and developmental issues (globally, regionally, locally).
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, strategies, and legislation. Ability to manage and control budget. Good analytical skills, ability to work under pressure and independently.

Skills:

• Computer literacy; Organisational; Interpersonal; Communication; financial and budget management; project management and policy formulation.
• Personal attributes: Management of finances and personnel. Planning and execution. Teamwork; Teachable; Technical skills; Delegation and empowerment.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor of Science Honours Degree (NQF8) in Aquaculture/ Agriculture/ Ichthyology/ Aquatic Parasitology/ Zoology or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• Three (3) years’ post qualification experience in aquaculture research and compulsory registration with the SACNASP as a Professional Natural Scientist.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of aquaculture production systems, inland fisheries, breeding and aquatic animal health and welfare.
• Proven ability to carry out quantitative analysis and report and peer reviewed scientific publication writing and scientific reviews.
• Knowledge of animal ethics as it relates to animal research.
• Familiar with software applications and statistical analysis of data.
• Knowledge of animal ethics as it relates to animal and applied aquaculture research.
• Practical aquaculture breeding, aquatic animal handling and biosecurity skills.
• Good communication, analytical and problem solving and analysis skills.
• A valid driver’s license.

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DUTIES:

• Record and report confiscated marine resources and equipment.
• Maintain register and stock control of receipts, samples, release for processing disposed of all confiscated marine resources throughout South Africa.
• Maintain and submit monthly and quarterly stock control register and movements of all confiscated marine resources and equipment throughout South Africa.
• Prepare monthly GRAP-compliant stock reports.
• Prepare GRAP-compliant journals and accounting reporting for stock.
• Collect and safeguards storage of confiscated marine and aquaculture resources.
• Co-ordinate the collection of confiscated abalone from various organs of state across the country.
• Co-ordinate the counting process and record data. Ensure timeous receipting of confiscated marine and aquaculture resources to ensure the requirements of the MLRA are met.
• Prepare confiscated marine and aquaculture resources for audit purposes or for disposal for processing and court attendance.
• Coordinate disposal of marine and aquaculture resources according to MLRA.
• Coordinate the release of confiscated abalone for control deliveries (252A).
• Coordinate the releasing of abalone to the abalone processors.
• Coordinate the selling of fish products other than abalone confiscated.
• Facilitate dumping of unfit fish and fish products.
• Facilitate disposal of MLRF assets and confiscated equipment.
• Compile a list of assets and confiscated equipment to be disposed.
• Co-ordinate the process to dispose of assets and confiscated equipment.
• Collect assets and confiscated equipment for disposal. Implement disposal related outcome.
• Safekeeping of the relevant proof of disposal.
• Administer database for possible sales and/or donations of asset and confiscated equipment.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Environmental Science/Environmental Management or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience 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. Conceptual thinking, Problem solving, Computer literacy, Communication skills, technical writing skills, Report/professional writing, Mentorship skills, Organizing skills, Facilitation skills, Planning skills. Innovative and proactive.
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyze 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 organize and plan under pressure. Ability to collect and interpret information and reports.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification as recognized by.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Supply Chain Management (Acquisition Management).
• Knowledge of: Acquisition management, procurement and business practices; strategic planning and budgeting.
• Ability to establish acquisition management systems and controls. Ability to control and manage assets of the department. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to control and manage assets of the department. Problem identification and solving skills. organisation and presentation skills.
• Interpersonal and diplomacy skills; decision-making skills; negotiation and conflict management

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REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 (NQF4) or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of procurement and Administrative Procedures, Financial Management and Personnel Management. Understanding of Public Service Procedures and Prescripts as well as Departmental Policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Sound organizing and planning skills in terms of own work.
• Must have good communication skills (written and spoken).
• Computer literacy be able to compile spreadsheets, reports and preparation of budget.
• Ability to communicate with people at different levels. Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to work individually and in team and ability to work under pressure.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five years (5) years’ experience in Demand and Acquisition Management of which three (3) years should be at an entry/ junior level (Assistant Director level or equivalent).
• Knowledge of demand and acquisition management, procurement and business practices. Ability to establish and manage demand and acquisition management systems and controls.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting. Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation.
• Knowledge of HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and dealing with conflict. Assist in career planning and effective deployment of personnel. Ability to control and manage the acquisition of services and acquisition of the department.
• Sufficient knowledge of specific computer software packages and efficient use of associated hardware.
• Knowledge of Government budgeting processes; Risk management; Public Service financial legislative frameworks; Contract management; Financial Management; Risk management; PFMA; Departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Advanced skills in policy formulation; Advanced skills in respect of formal presentation and public speaking; negotiation skills; Good interpersonal relations; Stakeholder engagement; Public Relations; Financial Management; Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation (SDI); Problem Solving and Analysis.

Personal Attributes:

• Ability to work long hours voluntarily; Ability to gather and analyse information; Ability to work individually and in team; Creativity Ability to work under pressure; Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Policing, Forensic Investigation, Law, Environmental Law or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in investigation or enforcement, forensic or crime investigation or prosecution or relevant of which three (3) years should be at entry/junior management level (Assistant Director level or equivalent).
• Knowledge of environmental policies and related legislations, international instruments, civil procedures, criminal procedure, constitutional law and administrative law. Extensive knowledge of criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of natural resource management specifically TOPS/CITES.
• Good legal drafting, investigative and evidence gathering skills.
• Strategic, analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills. Information management and computer literacy. Report writing, communication, facilitation, organising and good interpersonal skill. Ability to gather and analyse information, ability to develop and apply policies, conflict management and resolution.
• A service -oriented approach and the ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and within a team. The candidate must have a valid driver’s license as will be expected to travel extensively

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Public Management/Office Management related qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in administration/office environment or relevant field.
• Knowledge administrative/clerical procedures.
• Knowledge of Logis, BAS, Financial Management and Procurement procedures.
• Knowledge Administration fields, emails, Internet, Word Processing.
• Knowledge Procurement policies and procedures, as well as Departmental procedures and prescript and policies and Computer Literacy.

Skills:

• Good communication (verbal and written), organizing, planning skills, be able to operate computer, listening skills writing and human relations skills.
• Be able to work under extreme pressure and with difficult people.
• Be able to work long hours voluntarily, honest, reliable and responsible and loyal.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and to share knowledge. Good interpersonal relations

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Communication/Marketing/Journalism or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in the field of Communications or relevant field.
• Knowledge Desktop publishing and production, printing process/production, Marketing and promotions.
• Knowledge of administration fields, Public Service prescripts and procedures as well as Departmental procedures, policies.

Skills:

• Good communication (verbal and written), organising, planning skills, effective customer relationships management and personnel skills.
• Good interpersonal relations, Effective analytical skills, be able to engage with senior managers and work under pressure and extra hours.
• Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in to lead multidisciplinary team.
•  Ability to work under extreme pressure and organise and plan under pressure. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to take initiatives and provide creative solutions. Ability to work with difficult persons and resolve conflict. Willingness to travel and work extended hours.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Information Technology of which three (3) should be at entry/ junior managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). Project Management, Change Management, Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation (SDI) and Problem Solving and Analysis skills.
• Knowledge of process and business requirements studies, IT support services, ITC management legislative frameworks, Information Systems, Desktop management, Systems Development Life Cycle and Infrastructure Development.
• Sound organizing and planning skills. Good communication skills. Writing skills Interpersonal skills. Ability to gather and analyze information. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in team.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Information Technology or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Information Technology of which three (3) should be at entry/ junior managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). Experience in assessing the overall business and information needs of the Department and co-ordinate the design of new IT solutions to improve business efficiency and productivity. Project Management, Change Management,
• Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation (SDI) and Problem Solving and Analysis skills.
• Knowledge of process and business requirements studies, IT support services, ITC management legislative frameworks, Information Systems, Desktop management, Systems Development Life Cycle and Infrastructure Development. Sound organizing and planning skills.
• Good communication skills. Writing skills Interpersonal skills. Ability to gather and analyze information. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in team.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Communications, Marketing or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Stakeholder Engagement, Community and School Awareness, Exhibitions and Events Management of which three (3) should be at entry/ junior managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Administrative procedures, Financial Management, Project Management, HR Practices. Must have Leadership and Management Coordination skills, organizing and planning. Must have good communication skills (written and spoken).
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily, gather and analyze information and be able to develop and apply policies.
• Be able to work under extreme pressure, also work independently and in a team and lead multidisciplinary team.
• Must be able to collect and interpret information and reports.
• Willingness to travel.
• Must have a valid driver's license

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REQUIREMENT:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Information Technology or relevant qualification within the related field as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a senior managerial level in the related field.
• Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) must be submitted prior to appointment.
• Extensive knowledge of Information Technology. Experience in project management. Knowledge of financial management. Ability to develop and apply policies. Experience in contract management. Understanding of financial management (PFMA and Treasury regulations). Ability to lead a multidisciplinary team. Strategic planning skills.
• Administrative and HR procedures.
• Good coordination and stakeholder liaison. Innovative and proactive. Sound research, analytical, organising, planning and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Sense of responsibility and loyalty.
• Ability to work long hours.

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REQUIREMENT:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Communication or relevant qualification within the related field as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at a senior managerial level in the related field.
• Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) must be submitted prior to appointment.
• Extensive knowledge of corporate communications.
• Understanding of media management legislation and regulatory framework. Strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment.
• Knowledge of media. Ability to develop and apply policies.
• Understanding of change management, project management and financial management (PFMA and Treasury regulations).
• Ability to lead a multidisciplinary team. Strategic planning management. Administrative and HR procedures.
• Good coordination and stakeholder liaison. Sound research, analytical, organising, planning and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Sense of responsibility and loyalty. Ability to work long hours.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) in Environmental Science / Environmental Management or relevant qualification within the related field as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Middle/Senior managerial level within the relevant field.
• Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) must be submitted prior to appointment.
• Knowledge on Natural resource management planning and implementation; Natural resource management or Natural resource-based rural development; Programme-based natural resource operational management and/or planning; Research and development; Stakeholder management experience.
• Experience on policy development and application.
• Advanced skills in financial management and project management.
• Good interpersonal relations and diplomatic skills. Ability to gather and analyse information.
• Good negotiating skills and communication skills (written and spoken).

Closing Date: 9 February 2026