DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FOREST RESOURCE PROTECTION (X2 POST)

Job Title:	DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FOREST RESOURCE PROTECTION (X2 POST)
Company:	DPSA Government
Job Reference:	DEPUTY DIRECTOR
Category:	Government Jobs
Location:	Pretoria, ZA
Employment Type:	Full Time
Date Posted:	2025-10-12T16:40
Closing Date:	2025-11-06T18:32
Salary:	ZAR 782741 - 1059105 per year

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FOREST RESOURCE PROTECTION (X2 POST) - Job Description

Introduction

The DEPUTY DIRECTOR 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. All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted. 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 Qualifications 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; Creditworthiness; 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-entryprogramme. 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. By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.

Responsibilities

Implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policy instruments. Ensure effective implementation of policies, legislation, strategies, action plans, guidelines, norms and standards for forestry legislation (NFA and NVFFA). Enumeration for collection of data.

Ensure compliance and enforcement of the NA while advocating co-operative governance. Provide support to the Fire Protection Association in terms of the NVFFA provisions.

Implement capacity building and training on forestry legislation. Conduct training and awareness to various stakeholders including SAPS, Prosecutors, Magistrates, FPAs on the provisions of the forestry legislation (NFA and NVFFA).

Ensure Integrated Fire Management through collaboration of all stakeholders, Ensure establishment, compliance, and functionality of Fire Protection Associations

Required Qualifications

National Diploma (NQ6) in Forestry or Natural Resources or equivalent qualification within the related field. A minimum of five (5) years of experience in Forestry or related field, of which three (3) years should be at the entry managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). Sound understanding of the National Forests Act,

1998 (Act No 84 of 1998) and National Veld and Forest Fires Act, 1998 (Act No 101 of 1998). Knowledge of the Forestry and environmental management sector. Understanding of the Public Finance 12 Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of policy development and analysis. Excellent Communication (verbal,

presentation and report writing). Ability to work independently and efficiently under pressure. A valid driver’s license and willing to travel.