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REQUIREMENTS :

• A qualification at NQF level 8 in Financial Management/ Accounting Science or relevant equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience at a senior managerial level or relevant field.
• Successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme (Pre-entry Programme) as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Knowledge of Financial management, cost accounting and business practices. 

DUTIES :

• Ensure effective and efficient procurement of goods and services to the Department to ensure proper implementation of the Department’s key focus areas, and in particular transformation in Supply Chain Management. Develop and provide PFMA, and Corporate Governance implementation frameworks including related reporting requirements and timeframes.
• Ensure development and implementation of approved policies and procedures for mitigating risks identified by the department. Ensure implementation of SCM Frameworks and other applicable Treasury Regulations and prescripts. Ensure efficient and effective bookkeeping systems, financial planning, budgeting and control services to the Department. Ensure proper control of departmental expenditure and implementation of PFMA, Corporate Governance Framework and Financial Management Requirements. Ensure financial resourcing of the department in line with National Treasury budget allocations.
• Manage an efficient and effective salary, revenue and debtor system within the department. Provide support in relation to goods and services, logistics and assets management in line with the PFMA requirements. Ensure proper inventory and warehouse management in line with inventory management policies. Manage logistics and reconcile travel services transactions. Control, manage and maintain reconciled departmental asset register. Oversee the provision of internal control and compliance services. Effective Audit coordination and the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Ensure effective monitoring of compliance with the Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash Standard, National Treasury Frameworks, and other Prescripts impacting on Finance and Supply Chain Management. Ensure adequate systems of control are in place across the department to minimize financial, operational, and compliance risks. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A qualification at NQF level 8 in Natural Sciences / Environmental Sciences/ Environmental Management / Fisheries Sciences / Public Administration/ Public Management/ Law or relevant equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience at a senior managerial level or relevant field related to the fisheries management Successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme (Pre-entry Programme) as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Knowledge of the Marine Living Resources Act.

DUTIES :

• Provide strategic and policy leadership with regards to the development of the aquaculture industry, to enhance economic opportunities and growth, and sustainable management of inland fisheries. Guide and promote ongoing research into fisheries-related resources and ecosystems, to enable resource protection, management and development.
• Facilitate research with relevant research institutions with regards to sustainable aquaculture and production, to improve productivity and sustainable resource utilisation. Ensure that regular stock assessments, surveys, data collection and other forms of primary research are undertaken, to underpin policy development and review on an annual basis.
• Lead in the establishment of a research capability suitable to address all aspects of the fisheries management value chain (from environmental biodiversity and ecosystem issues to biological information, to approaches regarding socioeconomic and environmental considerations (e.g. methods for extraction). Ensure strategic and operational management of South Africa’s marine living resources, through sound allocation, permitting, and management of resources. Ensure monitoring, control and surveillance of living marine resources.
• Coordinate the Department’s participation in national, regional and international structures for the purpose of promoting and managing inland fisheries, aquaculture and sustainable marine resources management, and ensuring sector transformation. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Policing, Forensic Investigation, Law, Environmental Law or relevant qualification within the relevant field 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). All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. 

DUTIES :

• Co-ordinate joint initiatives to strengthen the anti-poaching and anti-trafficking capabilities in the Premier Integrated Wildlife Zone (IWZ). Manage case dockets and provide criminal investigation support for wildlife related crimes to ensure effective case management, prosecution support and compliance with legal procedures. Provide support in relation to court appearances.
• Liaise with stakeholders within the Premier IWZ. Attend Provincial Wildlife Crime Forums, IWZ meetings and other relevant meetings. Provide strategic support to national wildlife trafficking projects. Ensure the coordination of enforcement and investigation operations to promote effective compliance and law enforcement outcomes. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Forestry / Natural Science / Environmental Management or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Forestry or related field. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. 

DUTIES :

• Implement, monitor and review National Forest Act policy and strategies. Identify areas that can be dealt with through other mechanisms such as regulations, guidelines, or capacity building and awareness.
• Review and comment on Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and other specialist reports for development impacting forests and trees in accordance with the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (NEMA) Promote compliance and enforcement regarding the National Forests Act No. 84 of 1998.
• Liaise with Directorate of Legal Services and State Law Advisor regarding legal opinions and interpretation of provisions of the Act. Facilitate the appointment of Forest Officers as Peace Officers in terms of Criminal Procedure Act, 1977. Implement capacity building and communication programmes for stakeholders. Conducts NFA training course to various stakeholders such as SAPS, Judiciary, Magistrate and Prosecutors, State Organs.
• Provide technical advice in the issuing of licenses for protected trees, State and natural forests. Manage and maintain database of license statistics. Monitor the uniformity of licensing by evaluating the quality and assurance process and procedures in the Forestry Regions.