Job Openings at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

REQUIREMENTS: 

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Auditing/Accounting/Financial Management or relevant qualification with accounting as major subject. 
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in internal control/ Supply Chain Management/ Auditing/Financial Management or related field.

Knowledge: 

• Demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of the legislative environment applicable to government finance and supply chain management and the development, implementation and monitoring of related policies and procedures within a government environment.
• Knowledge of relevant prescripts (PFMA, Treasury regulations, BBBEE Act, PPPFA). 
• Knowledge and experience on BAS, LOGIS and PERSAL will be an advantage.
• Ability to establish and manage financial management systems and controls. 
• Skills: The ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and to prioritize work in high-pressure environments.
• Good interpersonal, administrative, managerial skills, communication (verbal and writing) skills.
• Ability to interpret and evaluating information. Conflict management skills.
• Skills in policy formulation and review, financial management. Knowledge management and change management.
• Ability to work independently and in a team. Be able to work under pressure.

CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026

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REQUIREMENTS:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Natural Science/Social Science or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A postgraduate qualification in a related field as recognised by SAQA will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level within the environmental management space, primarily focusing on the implementation of Integrated Environmental Management Instruments outlined in Chapter 5 of NEMA.
• Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) must be submitted prior to appointment.
• Registration with the Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa as a practicing Environmental Assessment Practitioner is a must for consideration for this position.
• Proven ability in implementing Integrated Environmental Management (IEM) tools. Functional experience and knowledge in reviewing environmental impact assessment applications and quality assurance thereof.
• Ability to establish management systems and controls to administer an efficient and functional environmental impact assessment process that provides timely responses to interpretation queries. Proven knowledge and ability to facilitate NEMA S24H initiatives and manage relations with related stakeholders.
• Ability to process and review other environmental applications (requests for registrations) within requisite timeframes.
• Knowledge to manage all requirements to comply with Chapter 3 of NEMA, Intimate knowledge and working understanding of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations.
• Knowledge of Public Service financial legislative frameworks.
• Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; People Management and Empowerment; Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation; Problem Solving and Analysis; Research skills; Sound organising skills; Stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication skills (written and Verbal); analytical, innovative, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and long hours.

CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026

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REQUIREMENTS:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Natural Science/Social Science or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A postgraduate qualification in a related field as recognised by SAQA will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience at middle/senior managerial level within the environmental management space, primarily focusing on the implementation of Integrated Environmental Management Instruments outlined in Chapter 5 of NEMA.
• Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) must be submitted prior to appointment.
• Registration with the Environmental Assessment Practitioners Association of South Africa as a practicing Environmental Assessment Practitioner is a must for consideration for this position.
• Proven ability in implementing Integrated Environmental Management (IEM) tools. Functional experience and knowledge in reviewing environmental impact assessment applications and quality assurance thereof.
• Ability to establish management systems and controls to administer an efficient and functional environmental impact assessment process that provides timely responses to interpretation queries. Proven knowledge and ability to facilitate NEMA S24H initiatives and manage relations with related stakeholders.
• Ability to process and review other environmental applications (requests for registrations) within requisite timeframes.
• Knowledge to manage all requirements to comply with Chapter 3 of NEMA, Intimate knowledge and working understanding of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations.
• Knowledge of Public Service financial legislative frameworks.
• Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; People Management and Empowerment; Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation; Problem Solving and Analysis; Research skills; Sound organising skills; Stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication skills (written and Verbal); analytical, innovative, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and long hours.

CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026

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REQUIREMENTS:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Law or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level within the legal 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.
• Admission as an attorney or advocate with proven years of practice.
• A valid certificate of good standing from the relevant professional body must be provided.
• Additional qualifications or demonstrable experience in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and/or compliance and enforcement of EIA instruments will be considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of Environmental and mining law; constitutional law and administrative law; and relevant common law principles.
• Legislative interpretation, policy analysis and application of guideline documents.
• Principles of legal drafting, professional report writing and research methodology.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting.
• Project Management skills.
• Service orientated.
• Sound organising, planning and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of HR management practices.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement policies, strategies, and legislation.
• Excellent communication, analytical, innovative, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations
• Ability to work under pressure and long hours.

CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026

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REQUIREMENTS:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Supply Chain Management/ Financial Accounting or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience at senior management 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 of demand management, procurement, and business practices.
• Knowledge of acquisition and contract management services.
• Ability to establish and manage acquisition and contract management systems and controls.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting.
• Project Management skills.
• Service orientated. Sound organising, planning and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of HR management practices.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement policies, strategies, and legislation.
• Excellent communication, analytical, innovative, problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and long hours

CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026

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REQUIREMENTS:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF7) in Risk Management/Auditing/Strategic
• Management or relevant qualification within the related field as recognized by SAQA.
• Affiliation with relevant professional bodies (IRMSA, IIA, Ethics).
• Certification as a fraud examiner or ethics officer will be an advantage.
• Applicants must have a minimum of five (5) years of experience at senior management 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.
• Proven extensive work experience in the fields of risk management, forensics, auditing and/or ethics management.
• Extensive knowledge of Public Sector Risk Management Framework, Public Service Anti-Corruption Strategy, Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act, Knowledge of professional standards of the Associations of Certified Fraud Examiners, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 5 of 2000, Public Service Regulatory Framework, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations.
• Proven project and strategic management capability. An understanding of government priorities, policies, legislation and principles and practice of enterprise risk management.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), planning, facilitation and leadership skills.
• Ability to gather and analyse information, develop and apply policies.
• Ability to work under extreme pressure.

CLOSING DATE: 9 February 2026