Job Openings at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Requirements & Qualifications

• Appropriate Trade Test Certificate in Electrical/ Fitting/ Fitting and Turning.
• Must have five (5) years’ relevant post qualification experience as an Artisan. A valid driver’s licence.

Duties

• Conduct repairs and maintenance of civil infrastructure. Upkeep state buildings, road infrastructure, perimeter walls, road markings and traffic signs.
• Facilitate tarred surface repairs/ conduct repairs and maintenance of electrical mechanical installation, water and sewage reticulation. Upkeep of 10 winch motor, 8 cranes and hydraulic equipment.
• Maintain sewage pumps, sewage/storm water channel, and general plumbing and gutters. Participate in harbour projects/programmes and attend site meetings. Manufacture equipment and parts.
• Design, manufacture and maintain specialized repair and maintenance equipment. Conduct urgent repairs to slip arms in workshop. Conduct emergency repairs and administration.  

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of maintenance procedures and technical management. Experience and knowledge of dry docking and welding.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Marine Living Resource Act ,1998 (Act No.18 of 1998) and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
• Basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act,1993. Skills in general administration, basic finance principles and equipment management.

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Requirements & Qualifications

• LLB degree or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of one (1) year post qualification legal / litigation experience.

Duties

• Provide legal opinion on losses and damages suffered by the Department in line with Treasury Regulation and relevant policies. Draft legal opinion in line with litigation protocol. Handle litigation matters.
• Receive summons/ notice of motion. Determine the merits of matters and obtain documents/information from line functions. Consult line function and obtain instruction on defending or opposing.
• Send instructions to State Attorney and ensure that the counsel is appointed. Obtain status reports from State Attorneys on matters to update the litigation system.
• Ensure finalization of matters. Ensure the provision of litigation support to the Department. Facilitate training sessions relating to legal matters. Ensure that referrals, media and parliamentary enquiries are attended to as priority.

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of Environmental Law, Mining Law, Constitutional Law and Administrative Law. An ability to interpret and apply law, legislations, and policies. Good analytical and research skills. Good verbal and written communication skills. Good negotiation skills.
• Good legal drafting skills. Computer literacy. Ability to work in a team, a pro-active, problem-solving, and positive attitude. Ability to adhere to deadlines is essential.

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Requirements & Qualifications

• A four (4) year degree in Environmental Management/ Science or Natural Science or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 8) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of Six (6) years post qualification experience in the related field.

Duties

• Administer the environmental authorisation system in terms of NEMA and NEMWA related to all national developments. Review EIA reports and recommendations made by Case Officers.
• Review and process a Section 24G and 30A applications in terms of NEMA and its Regulations, 2014 as amended. Establish and/or maintain relationships with key stakeholders on a monthly or bi-monthly or quarterly meetings or forums. Manage, respond and/ or delegate queries from stakeholders.
• Manage, guide and advise Control Environmental Officers and Case Officers. Coordinate and interact with stakeholders and provide guidance during planned and impromptu meetings as well as during site visits to clarify EIA related matters. Review and/ or provide technical input to Appeals Response Reports (ARRs).
• Support Regulatory Services with compliance monitoring and enforcement. Participate in the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) and Strategic Infrastructure Projects (SIPs) meetings for EIA applications lodged with the Department. Respond to Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA) requests, Ministerial and Parliamentary queries.  

Candidate Profile

• Appropriate knowledge and experience in the application of National Environmental Management Act (Act 107 of 1998) (NEMA), as amended, NEMA Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations 2014 (GN No, R982 of 4 December 2014, as amended) and National Environmental Management Waste Act.
• Knowledge of EIA Regulations, the integrated environmental management and its application. Extensive knowledge of sustainable development ideals and objectives, and all associated integrated environmental management instruments and tools.
• Understanding of the policy and legislative framework governing environmental management in general and legislative process. Experience in the administration and review of EIA’s and the dynamics of EIA’s administration systems
• . Advance computer skills, Project management skills, report writing skills and good communication skills (written or oral). Applicants must be able to work individually and in a team, and must have the ability to work under pressure without supervision. Applicants must be willing to travel extensively. Valid driver’s license

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Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF 6) in Social Science, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation or relevant equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Three (3) years’ experience in Monitoring and Evaluation and/ research or relevant field.
• Knowledge and Understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation, government legislation and prescripts, Project Management, Administrative procedures, Financial Management, Accounting & Business practices, Strategic planning and budgeting. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.

Duties

• Conduct performance monitoring and evaluation for the Environmental Programmes. Contribute to the process of identifying focus areas for monitoring and evaluation Conduct desktop analysis of all active projects, Capture data from the fieldwork, analyse and develop reports with recommendations. Communicate findings of the programme monitoring and evaluation reports to the relevant stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a coordinated M&E system for the EP, Contribute in the process of developing and review of M&E Framework and M&E plans Monitor adherence to the provisions of the M&E Framework. Contribute to the dissemination of the Framework and the M&E plans to the stakeholders. Develop action plans for implementation of recommendations from the programme monitoring and evaluation reports. Follow up on the Implementation of the recommendations from programme monitoring and evaluation reports, Coordinate and monitor the implementation of recommendations from the programme monitoring and evaluation reports. Develop progress reports on implementation of recommendations from the programme performance monitoring and evaluation reports,
• Facilitation of external evaluation studies: Facilitate confirmation of the area for evaluation, facilitate appointment of External Evaluators: Confirm the evaluation scope and determine methodology to be employed, Coordinate the data collection process and make inputs to the evaluation report, Facilitate the communication of findings and approval of the evaluation reports.
• Contribute to the Development of the monitoring and evaluation newsletters: Source information mainly from the finalised and approved Programme Monitoring and Evaluation reports Prepare articles for the newsletter. Contribute to the process of finalising the newsletters, circulation/ publication to the stakeholders within the branch.

Candidate Profile

• Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation, HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and dealing with conflict. Assist in career planning and effective deployment of personnel. Supply Chain Management policies and procedures. Extensive experience in Expanded Public Works Programme.
• Computer software packages and efficient use of associated hardware. such as MS Access, Excel, STATA and ATLAS TI such as MS Access, Excel, STATA and ATLAS TI Perform in-house training for subordinates Ability to work long hours voluntarily, Ability to gather and analyse information, Ability to develop and apply policies, Ability to work individually and in team, Ability to work under extreme pressure, Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict Skills.
• Policy and development implementation Strategic Planning Management, Leadership Management, People Management, Change Management, Financial Management, Sound Research, Analytical, organising, Planning, Presentation, Good communication skills (verbal written), Good interpersonal, Coordination stakeholder liaison.
• Ability to work under pressure and long hours. Initiative, creativity and innovation. Articulate and a sense of responsibility. creativity. Honesty. Loyalty. Character beyond approach. willingness to travel long distances for an extended period(s).

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Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) /or Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Must have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Docker or relevant. A valid driver’s licence.

Duties

• Initiate and plan the slipping of vessels. Analyse the vessel docking plan to assess material and capacity to be used. Assign team to build bilge blocks and the wedges for the main slip. Ensure safety at the slipway in the water and on land.
• Communicate with divers and dockers in dinghy in the water that the vessel is enroute. Apply safety adjustments measures whilst pulling out of the water and secure cradle and vessel on land.
• Ensure continuous alignment and adjustment of bilge blocks while cradle is in motion. Side slipping of vessels. Pulling vessel/cradle to side slip utilizing high tension steel cables. Off-load side slip equipment for safe storage.  

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of dry docking. Knowledge and understanding of the Marine Living Resources Act, 1998 (Act No. 18 of 1998) and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
• Basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act,1993. Skills in general administration, maintenance and equipment and basic finance principles.

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Requirements & Qualifications

• Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) /or Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Must have a minimum of one (1) year experience as a handyman or relevant.

Duties

• Conduct vessel slipping. Build bilge blocks and the wedges for the main slip. Ensure continuous alignment and adjustment of bilge blocks while cradle in motion.
• Adhere to safety measures and requirements. Operate slipway machinery and equipment. Operate all power tools in workshop in preparation for slipping. Report all dysfunctional equipment. Perform slipway maintenance.
• Paint the slipway infrastructure and replace worn wood on the slip beams. Cleaning the slip and storage area. Perform administrative duties and emergency operations. Adhere and assist to all emergency call and perform gate duties when needed. 

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of the Marine Living Resources Act, 1998 (Act No. 18 of 1998) and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
• Basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act,1993. Knowledge of dry docking. Skills in general cleaning, maintenance & handling of equipment. 

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Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF 6) or higher in Supply Chain Management or relevant equivalent qualification. One (1) year experience in Asset Management or relevant field. Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations and Asset Management of a Schedule 3A Public Entity and Inventory Management of consumable goods.

Duties

• Maintain and update the asset register. Check and verify all transaction on Oracle. Ensure that all assets are correctly recorded in the asset register in compliance with GRAP. Check and verify the correct capturing of serial and barcode numbers. Ensure all receipts are correctly captured. Verify correctness of movement. Check and verify the updating of office inventories. Check and verify balance adjustments on the Oracle. Update asset register in terms of receipts, movements, serial and bar-code number.
• Conduct quarterly spot checks and annual asset verification. Conduct quarterly spot checks as per schedule. Check and verify items as per the Oracle inventory sheet. Update office and personal inventories accordingly. Counting of all assets during annual verification. Print and bar-code assets found not bar-coded during verification.
• Assist with reconciliation of asset verification. Update Oracle asset register in line with discrepancies. Move assets to the correct location in line with verification. Coordinate and arrange assets for disposal. Check and verify list of items for disposal. Authorise disposals on Oracle to generate non authorized disposal report. Ensure proper arrangement of items for disposal i.e. selling, donation, scrapping.
• Ensure registration of schools and other institutions on Oracle for disposals. Make necessary arrangements with schools and institutions for collection of items. Ensure that all items disposed are recorded and signed for on the relevant documentation for audit purposes. Reconcile the disposal profit and loss account. Reconcile subledger account to the Trial balance.
• Compile the working papers for the audit and AFS compliant with GRAP. Maintain and update personal equipment Ensure notebooks/assets are returned to SCM by officials leaving the department. Ensure safekeeping of returned notebooks/assets. Capture and correct allocation of notebooks/assets to officials. Ensure correct allocation of bar-codes on personal equipment. Render Secretarial Support to the Disposal Committee.
• Ensure no clashes of dates, prioritise based on the urgency of meetings and confirm all appointments at least 2 days prior to the appointment. Diarise temporarily before confirmation in consultation with the Chairperson's appointment diary. Accept/decline invitations, Scheduling appointments- Calendar updated on a daily base and Chairperson is alerted of any changes effected.

Candidate Profile

• People management and empowerment. Analytical skills, Communication (verbal, writing and other), Computer literacy and the ability to work independently and in a team.Must be honest. Must be able to work long hours. Must be able to gather and analyse information.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team. Must have good interpersonal relation skills. Must be able to work under pressure.

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Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Human Resource Development/ Management or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA. 5 years’ experience in Human Resource Management or relevant field of which three (3) years should be at an entry/junior managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). 

Duties

• Manage skills development planning and interventions, develop and facilitate skills planning process to compile the Workplace skills Plan (WSP). Ensure implementation of the WSP and adhoc training programmes/interventions reports. Manage empowerment of youth through internship programmes.
• Support branches with the identification of scarce and critical skills for the implementation of the intern programme. Manage and monitor the internship programmes (existing interns). Ensure coordination of interns and mentors training within the Department.
• Also manage the Departmental bursaries programme. Manage the payment of the departmental bursary scheme. Manage the orientation and compulsory induction programme. Facilitate SMS attendance to Personal Mastery Training and SMS induction.

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of Administrative procedures, Skills Development Act, Skills Levies Act, Employment Equity Act, SAQA Act, Project Management. Knowledge of HR Practices & EDM Personnel Management Financial management, Public Relations, Monitoring and Control and Contract Management.
• Leadership and Management skills. Coordination skills. Organisational and planning. Communication skills (written and verbal). Programme and Project Management

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Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Financial Management or within the related field as recognised by SAQA, coupled with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Financial Management or relevant field.

Duties

• Facilitate the development and review of the annual and medium-term expenditure framework budgets. Support the development and review of financial plans in line with the operational plans.
• Provide all contract administration support. Facilitate contract generation and facilitate vetting of contracts by Legal Services. Liaise with finance and financial aspects to contracts.
• Develop systems and procedures for the management of contract amendment process. Provide support on the interpretation of contracts and provide guidance on contract management.
• Facilitate the review of NRMP contracts in consultation with all stakeholders. Maintain contract database. Facilitate effective partnerships that support the unlocking of natural resource restoration and management.

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of financial management, accounting. Government budgeting processes. Costs accounting. Risk management. Public Service financial legislative frameworks.
• Strategic planning and budgeting. HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and dealing with conflict. Skills & Competencies: Advanced skills in policy formulation.
• Adequate skills in computer use. Advanced skills in financial. Project management. Good interpersonal relations. Relationship Management. Stakeholder engagement. Research. Personal attribute: Honesty. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information.
• Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Creativity. Ability to work under pressure. Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict. Character beyond reproach. Articulate. Sense of responsibility and loyalty. Initiative and creativity

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Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two years (2) relevant experience in Supply Chain Management or relevant field

Duties

• The incumbent will have to manage the asset verification process. Ensure that the correct asset descriptions appear on LOGIS. Ensure the correct item descriptions are captured during the procurement of assets.
• Ensure verification and reporting on Inventory store items. Ensure compilation of asset reports and inputs to the IFS and AFS. Provide monthly inputs to the asset reconciliation between Logis and BAS. Manage the departmental asset register and updating of asset records. Ensure the continuous updating of information on the departmental asset register.
• Ensure that the asset register is updated (RR032 asset report) in every location. Manage the asset disposal process. Ensure that assets are disposed according to the correct disposal procedures. Manage the verification process for assets to be disposed. Manage the asset lifecycle. Stakeholder liaison. Attend to queries regarding asset management. Facilitate and coordinate the reporting of losses and damages of assets. Supervision of asset unit.

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of Supply Chain Management processes. Knowledge of the Logistical Management System (LOGIS). Knowledge of relevant legislative framework Public Finance Act (PFMA), National Treasury Regulations, PPPFA, Public Service Policies, Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations. 
• Skills, ability to communicate well with people at different levels, computer literacy, Administrative and report writing. Have planning and organising, problem solving and problem-solving skills. Ability to work long hours voluntarily, be able to gather and analyse information.
• Ability to apply policies, be able to work individually and in teams and ability to be able to work under extreme pressure and organise and plan under pressure. Sense of responsibility and loyalty work with difficult persons and to resolve conflicts. Be able to collect and interpret information and reports. A Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.​​​​​​

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Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Public Administration/ Management, Development Studies or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Cluster Coordination, Intergovernmental Relations/Secretarial or relevant field of which three (3) years should be at entry /junior management level (Assistant Director level or equivalent).

Duties

• Provide effective Cluster support and coordination by coordinating Departmental participation in DG and Ministerial Cluster engagements; facilitating the internal processing of Cabinet memoranda through relevant Cluster processes; coordinating inputs, documentation, representative arrangements and presentations; liaising with relevant branches and external Cluster Secretariats; and reviewing Cluster reports, minutes and outcomes for matters with implications for the Department.
• Coordinate support for executive engagements in Cabinet and Cluster processes by reviewing relevant documentation, coordinating and quality assuring branch inputs, preparing briefing notes and introductory remarks, and ensuring the timely submission of related material.
• Provide effective Cabinet support and coordination by reviewing Cabinet memoranda and supporting documentation for compliance with applicable guidelines, templates and submission requirements; facilitating the processing of memoranda for Director-General sign-off and timely submission to the Minister’s office for consideration and further processing; monitoring progress against the approved Cabinet programme; communicating Cabinet decisions with implications for the Department; and facilitating follow-up on outstanding Cabinet matters.
• Facilitate and coordinate planning, monitoring and reporting processes, including allocated SONA, MTDP and other government planning processes; Manage and maintain accurate Cabinet and Cluster documentation, submissions, decisions and correspondence, and ensure that documents are stored, circulated and archived in accordance with MISS requirements and departmental protocols.  

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of government planning, monitoring and decision-making frameworks, Government policies and prescripts, Department procedures, programmes and priorities; environmental and development issues; work of Government planning and reporting mechanisms.
• Extensive understanding of Government Cabinet systems and protocols (FOSAD and Ministerial Clusters, Cabinet and its Committees). Ability to work independently and over extended hours, gather and analyse information, work under extreme pressure and resolve conflict.
• The successful candidate must have strong communication (verbal and written) and stakeholder engagement, problem solving, good research and analytical skills, and time management skills.
• The ability to prepare and quality assure executive briefing material, manage multiple deadlines through coordination, planning and organising, report-writing, presentation and computer skills are essential. Knowledge of record keeping. 

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Requirements & Qualifications

• LLB degree or relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of eight (8) years post qualification experience in the provision of legal services.

Duties

• Manage Litigation Matters. Determine liability on Losses and Damages to State Property. Provide high-quality litigation and related legal support services, including alternative dispute resolution assistance, which enables the Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries (Department) to protect and conserve the environment. Create an enabling environment for compliance with the prescripts of the Department.
• Assist the Department to improve co-operative and corporate governance, improved service delivery and promotion of empowerment. Provide litigation management services and general legal advice and ensure compliance by the Department with the legislative framework relating to its core business and adherence to the Rules of Court.
• Attend to matters related to the determination of liability of officials who have caused losses/damages to State property and/or vehicles, where officials or third parties are found liable for any obligations towards the Department. Manage and facilitate the recovery of such obligations with the assistance of the State Attorney. Assist the Department to ensure compliance with the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act, 2000 (Act No.3 of 2000) (PAJA) for the Department.
• Periodically conduct training and information sharing sessions regarding litigation and losses and damages to State Property. Provide legal support and legal advice on the interpretation of environmental legislation and the Promotion of Access to Information Act or the Promotion of Administrative Justice Act in appeal related matters. Provide litigation support, including compilation of court records, and attend to consultations with legal counsel on appeal decisions taken on review. Draft ministerial submissions.

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge of Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Environmental Law, PAJA, the rules of the various courts, including but not limited to the rules of the various High Courts and Magistrate’s Courts. Knowledge and experience in judicial review applications. Knowledge of environmental laws will be an added advantage.
• Skills: Sound Organising and Planning; computer literacy; creativity; basic project management; good communication; presentation and reporting; good analytical and research skills, good drafting skills, an ability to work in a team, a pro-active, problem-solving and positive attitude and an ability to adhere to deadlines are essential, leadership and facilitation.
• Strong diplomatic skills. The successful candidate should be able to work long hours and to travel to the various courts and do site inspections when required.​​​​​​

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Requirements & Qualifications

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Training and Development, Developmental Studies or a relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Education, Training and Development (ETD) or a relevant field.

Duties

• Coordinate the planning and implementation of youth graduate and contractor development initiatives. Support the development of emerging enterprises through skills and business enhancement initiatives for sustainability. Initiate and support the development and implementation of the procurement plan for youth graduate and contractor development initiatives.
• Coordinate project compliance with EPWP prescripts. Verify monthly progress reports and supporting evidence. Evaluate invoices for payment purposes. Maintain project records and manage the reporting of youth graduate and contractor development projects.
• Facilitate the development and review of youth and contractor development strategy, implementation plans and reporting tools Provide support on youth career pathing initiatives by conducting career guidance workshops and training for youth graduates’ programmes. Participate in internal and external youth forums.
• Facilitate the establishment and management of partnerships with external stakeholders, including NYDA, Municipalities, Public Entities, SETAs, QTCO and other relevant government departments. Draft Memoranda of Understanding MoUs and Memoranda of Agreements (MoAs) and lead the vetting process.  Manage partnership agreements and ensure projects alignment with National Development Goals.

Candidate Profile

• Knowledge and understanding of Skills Development Act, National Youth Policy, National Development Plans, Employment Equity Environmental Legislation. Knowledge of Expanded Public Works Programmes (EPWP), Integrated sustainable rural development and urban renewal programmes.
• Have experience in financial, project / programme and personnel management. Knowledge and understanding of project planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and compliance.
• Must possess skills in leadership, coordination and project management, communication (written and verbal), listening, report writing and decision-making. Ability to develop and apply policies, establish and maintain interpersonal relationships, work independently and as part of a team. Manage and resolve conflict.
• An applicant must further possess personal attributes such as being innovative and proactive, demonstrating initiative, being responsible and loyal, having ability to work under extreme pressure, ability to work long hours when required, and ability to gather, analyse and interpret information and reports.