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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 : Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-delivered to: Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6, Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria. or can be emailed to the respective email address quoting the reference number on the subject email.
FOR ATTENTION : Human Resource Management
CLOSING DATE : 30 April 2025
NOTE : Application must be submitted on a signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. 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 the 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 & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. All candidates shortlisted for the posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and the technical exercise of all SMS posts, 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. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and 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 : Application must be submitted on a signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. 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 the 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 & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. All candidates shortlisted for the posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and the technical exercise of all SMS posts, 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. Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and 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.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
DIRECTOR: INTERNAL CONTROL AND COMPLIANCE REF NO: CFO11/2025
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum, (all-inclusive salary package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification in Accounting/ Auditing or relevant qualification within the Financial Management field on (NQF7) as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 5 (five) years of experience at middle/senior managerial level within the relevant field. Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). Knowledge of Financial prescripts (MCS and GRAP), Knowledge of Public Service financial legislative frameworks; Public Finance Management Act; National Treasury Regulations (Directives, Instruction notes and guidelines); Budget Management processes and procedures and Supply Chain Management Framework. Knowledge on International Accounting Standards. Knowledge on International Auditing Standards. Knowledge of Government Financial systems (PERSAL, LOGIS, BAS). Knowledge of asset management, procurement and business practices. Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting; Auditing and Risk management. Stakeholder engagement; Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; People Management and Empowerment. Ability to gather and analyse information. Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies and legislation. Good Communication skills (written and spoken); Problem Solving and Analysis skills; good organising and planning skills.
DUTIES : Ensure effective monitoring of compliance with the Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash Standard or Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP) and other Prescripts impacting on Finance and Supply Chain Management (SCM). Ensure sound internal controls and reporting systems. Assess internal controls on finance and supply chain systems for non-compliance. Monitor and evaluate compliance processes with relevant policies and procedures. Monitor and review of policies, delegations and business processes within Finance and SCM. Provide a framework for financial risk assessment. Develop and oversee systems for uniform handling of non-compliance issues and proper reporting. Develop/implement corrective action plans to address control weaknesses. Ensure effective audit coordination, both for Internal Audit and the office of the Auditor-General of South Africa. Coordinate the development, monitoring and evaluation of Audit Action Plans derived from internal and external audit findings. Ensure progress report over the compliance objectives and the implementation of action plans are submitted. Provide strategic advice/support to the Chief Financial Officer in respect to Audits and Financial Management. Oversee timely resolution of audit queries. Manage the provision of Fraud Prevention and Loss Management. Conduct determination tests on reported cases of irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure. Analyse quarterly and annual financial reports. Provide monthly report to National Treasury and the CFO on reported cases of irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure. Provide effective financial systems and support services. Provide advice on the implementation of financial management policies, processes (manual and automation initiatives), procedures, standards, systems and practices. Ensure good governance in line with treasury guidelines and regulations and the PFMA. Overseeing and monitoring the implementation of the compliance programs.
ENQUIRIES : Ms P Diphaha Tel No: (012) 399 9602/ (012) 399 8635
APPLICATIONS : CFO11-2025@dffe.gov.za