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DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, FORESTRY AND FISHERIES 
 
The National Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. 
 
APPLICATIONS: Director-General, Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-delivered to: Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6, Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria. 
FOR ATTENTION : Human Resource Management 
 
CLOSING DATE : 09 September 2019
 
 
NOTE: Applications must be submitted on a Z83 form with a copy of a comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications and ID document as well as a Driver’s License in order to be considered. The National Department of Environmental Affairs is an equal opportunity; affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability) in the department through the filling of posts and candidates appointment/transfer will promote representivity will receive preference .It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to the following: a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizen Status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. The person appointed to this position will be subjected to a security clearance. SMS candidates will be subjected to a competency assessment test and the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract (once appointed). The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
 
 
 
OTHER POSTS
 
 
PROJECT MANAGER: ILLEGAL WILDLIFE TRADE REF NO: BC08/2019 
(3 Year Contract) 
SALARY: R869 007 per annum (An all-inclusive remuneration package) 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTSAn appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ National Diploma in Environmental field/Project Management/Public Management. Minimum of seven years’ experience in administration/management of national/international projects. Proven experience in project management and administrative management. Proven ability to manage budgets. Willingness and ability to travel frequently within South Africa and to relevant countries. Ability to work with senior government officials, research institutes, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and local communities, etc. Good Communication skills both written and verbal. 
 
DUTIES: Provide Secretariat support to the Project Steering Committee to ensure proper management, monitoring and reporting. Monitor the financial and budgetary status of the national components of the project; Operational management of the project according to the project document and UNEP and GEF guidelines. Overall Project execution of the Strengthening institutions, information management and monitoring to reduce the rate of illegal wildlife trade in South Africa. Provide technical and administrative leadership to the project team and act as the national representative of the project at regional and international levels; Project communication and stakeholder outreach. Maintain close communication with the Project Coordinator, review monthly project dashboard updates, identify risks, and proactively mitigate potential issues; 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms W Mandivenyi Tel No: (012) 399 9619 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: FRAUD & ETHICS MANAGEMENT REF NO: COO11/2019 
(Three (3) Year Contract) 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum (plus 37% lieu of benefits) 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A relevant National Diploma/Degree in Finance, Risk Management, Internal Audit, Forensics or Public Administration plus 3-5 years’ experience in a relevant field. Knowledge of relevant policies and related legislation. Technical knowledge in the application of risk management concepts and principle. Knowledge and Understanding of the concepts of Control and Corporate Governance. Risk management standards and procedures. In-depth knowledge of the business of the institution and government operations. Demonstrated skills in the following areas: Investigative skills, computer literacy, excellent communication skills inclusive of report writing and verbal skills, excellent facilitation, presentation skills. Ability to negotiate in a spirit of co-operation and collaboration, Excellent problem solving skills and able to analyse, compare and interpret information and make appropriate recommendations. 
 
DUTIES: The incumbent will be responsible to assist in: Conducting fraud risk assessments, development and review of the DEA ethics strategy, implementation of the DEA ethics management plan, conduct ethics risk assessment, Develop the DEA ethics risk profile, Monitor and report on the implementation of fraud risk mitigation plans, facilitate management reporting (Ethics Report and Gifts Report), General administration and filing. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr K Manda Tel No: (012) 399 – 9902 
 


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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK REF NO: COO12/2019 
(Three Year Contract) 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum (plus 37% lieu of benefits) 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A relevant National Diploma/Degree in Organisational Development or Work Study plus 3-5 years’ experience in the areas of business process mapping, implementation of the Operations Management Framework (OMF), service delivery planning, policy development and project management. Knowledge of Business Process Model and Notation, BizAgi Software application, project management, Public Service Regulatory Framework, conflict management tools and methodologies and sound understanding of service delivery planning. Demonstrated skills in the following areas: Business Process Model and Notation, project management, communication (written and verbal), presentation (individual and groups), analytical thinking, research ability; interpersonal relationships, the ability to work under pressure, computer literacy (packages such as BizAgi, Microsoft, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook and Internet). This position is ideal for a person who is deadline driven, results oriented, assertive, a team player, an innovative and strategic person who can gather, analyse and collate information into meaningful service delivery reports/initiatives. Must be able to work independently and in a team. Must be in possession of a valid driver’s license (copy must be attached) with an ability to drive and a willingness to travel. 
 
DUTIES: The incumbent will be responsible to assist in: the development, implementation and maintenance of service delivery planning frameworks and toolkits (specifically with regard to service standards and service delivery aligned to Operations Management within Public Service Regulation); Manage and implement projects and consultants (Business Process Mapping and Standard Operating Procedures for core and admin processes); Promotion of compliance to service delivery planning policies, framework and toolkits; Communication, consultation and facilitation for and with stakeholders; and to Render support and advice to the department through service delivery planning. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms K Lephogole Tel No: (012) 399 - 9893 
 
 
 
 
 
 
PROJECT COORDINATOR: ILLEGAL WILDLIFE TRADE REF NO: BC09/2019 
(3 Year Contract) 
SALARY: R316 791 per annum (plus 37% in lieu of benefits) 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ National Diploma in an Environmental field/Project Management/Public Management. Experience in project coordination and administration. Experience in facilitating stakeholder meetings or discussions. Experience with working with regional and international partners. Ability to work with senior government officials, research institutes, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and local communities. Good Communication skills written and verbal. Willingness and ability to travel frequently within South Africa and to relevant countries. 
 
DUTIES: Oversee project management, monitoring and reporting. Review reports and other products of project Consultants. Coordinate and actively participate in meetings with stakeholders. Serve as a Secretariat to the Project Steering committee. Oversee project procurement and financial management systems. Facilitate communications and linkages at local and national levels as well as with the Project Manager. Participate in the public relations activities for the project in the country. Knowledge management for the Strengthening institutions, information management and monitoring to reduce the rate of illegal wildlife trade in South Africa. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms W Mandivenyi Tel No: (012) 399 9619 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE PRACTITIONER: PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT REF NO: COO07/2019 
SALARY: R316 791 per annum 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A recognised three year National Diploma/ Bachelor Degree in Human Resource Management/Public Management plus three (3) years’ experience or Grade 12 with five (5) years proven experience in the field of Performance Management. Knowledge of the Public Service Act, the Public Service Regulations, Employment Equity Act, Basic Conditions of Employment Act and broader public service human resource regulatory framework and policies. Good communication skills (presentation and report writing). Supervisory skills, ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines. Computer literacy and knowledge of PERSAL system. 
 
DUTIES: Coordinate and facilitate the submission of Performance Agreements. Coordinate and facilitate the mid-term, annual assessment and probations reviews. Administer the Balance Score Card system for the Department. Manage the Performance Management and Development System database on Electronic Document Management System. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr. B Lekaowa Tel No: (012) 399 8674 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR ADMINISTRATION CLERK GRADE III: RISK AND ETHICS MANAGEMENT – REF NO: COO13/2019
(Three Year Contract) 
SALARY: R208 584 per annum (plus 37% lieu of benefits) 
CENTRE: Pretoria 
 
REQUIREMENTS: A Grade 12 plus one (1) to two (2) years relevant experience in Administration. Knowledge of HR practice & procedures and Administrative procedures. Understanding of Financial management; Knowledge of Logis. Knowledge of BAS payment system. Project management and Personnel management. Skills: Sound organising and planning skills; Good communication and Report writing skills, Computer literacy, Administrative and good interpersonal relations skills, ability to work under extreme and compile performance reports. 
 
DUTIES: Provide general administrative support to Directorate Risk and Ethics Management. Provide logistical support to the directorate. Financial Management of the Directorate`s budget and procurement. Assist with the issuing Of-Road Vehicle permits. Provide interactive communication with suppliers/stakeholders.
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr KE Manda Tel No: (012) 399 9902