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DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT VACANCIES
DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
APPLICATIONS : May be forwarded to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, May be forwarded to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment: Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-deliver to 14 Loop Street Cape Town
FOR ATTENTION : Human Resources Management
CLOSING DATE : 26 August 2022
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae ONLY to be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days and Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a pre-entry certificate obtained from National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants. The course is available through the NSG under the name “Certificate for entry into SMS” (full details are available at: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/). Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. Furthermore, candidates shortlisted for the SMS post will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and the technical exercise, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments. The person appointed to this position will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract. The department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae ONLY to be considered. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days and Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a pre-entry certificate obtained from National School of Government (NSG) is required for all SMS applicants. The course is available through the NSG under the name “Certificate for entry into SMS” (full details are available at: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/). Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. Furthermore, candidates shortlisted for the SMS post will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and the technical exercise, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments. The person appointed to this position will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract. The department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
OTHER POST
SENIOR FORESTRY REGULATION OFFICER REF NO: FOM28/2022
SALARY : R321 543 per annum, (all-inclusive total package of R478 352)
CENTRE : Knysna
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma /degree in Forestry or relevant equivalent within related field 2-3 years relevant experience in Forestry or related field. Knowledge of National Forestry Acts, National Veld and Forest Fire Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and other related environmental legislation. Must have the following skills: computer literacy, numeracy skills, minute writing, planning, and organising, problem solving skills, excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation and report writing). Innovative and proactive. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse 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 organise and plan under pressure. Ability to collect and interpret information and reports. Knowledge of indigenous tree. Interpersonal relations. Ability to act with tact and discretion. Initiative. Responsibility and loyalty. Computer skills in MS Office Software, a valid driver’s license and must be willing to travel.
DUTIES : The incumbent will be responsible for the implementation of the National Forest Act (NFA). Administration of licenses for natural forests and protected trees. Monitor compliance. Implement administrative enforcement measures. Implement activities to ensure concurrence management. Evaluation of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). The incumbent will also be responsible for implementing the National Veld and Forest Fires Act (NVFFA). Conduct FPA assessments for registered FPAs. Promotion of the wellbeing of the FPA’s, implementation of intergraded veld fire management plan, implementation of NVFIS Facilitate participation municipalities and that of state land custodians. Facilitate submission of annual reports to the National Office via Provincial office. Assess firebreak exemption applications. Organise and coordinate stakeholder participation. Implement business plan for awareness campaign. Render general administration.
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Gwala Tel No: 044 302 6900/2