ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LABOUR RELATIONS X3

DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative
action employer.

APPLICATIONS : Pretoria: Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry,
Fisheries and the Environment, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or handdelivered 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.

CLOSING DATE : 28 April 2026, 16:00. No late application will be accepted

NOTE : Application 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. 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 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-entryprogramme.
Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful
completion of the course. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall
undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to
determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic
requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
Following the interview and technical passement for 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.

POST 12/44 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: LABOUR RELATIONS REF NO: CMS20/2026 (X3 POSTS)

SALARY : R468 459 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Labour Relations or relevant qualification as
recognized by SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Labour
Relations or relevant field. Knowledge of disciplinary code and procedures,
grievance procedures, mediation and arbitration, public service legislation and
resolutions and Labour Relations Act. Understanding of the interpretation and
application of legislation, policies and resolutions. Understanding of
Programme and Project Management. Good communication skills (verbal and
written). Good interpersonal skills. Conflict resolution skills. Sound organising
and planning skills. Coordination skills. Report writing skills. Computer literacy.
Ability to work under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.

DUTIES : Provide support, advice and facilitate the implementation of labour relations
framework in the Department through the following key performance areas:
Ensure misconduct and dispute cases are handled promptly and effectively.
Investigate cases and compile investigation reports. Draft sound charges of
misconduct. Prepare witnesses for disciplinary hearing. Represent the
department in disciplinary hearings. Represent the department in arbitrations.
Ensure the facilitation of grievance resolution. Provide advice and development
on labour relations matters. Prepare reports.

ENQUIRIES : Ms I Qaqane, Tel No: (012) 399 8850
APPLICATIONS : CMS20-2026@dffe.gov.za

We wish you all the best with your applications