DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT

The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative
action employer.

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 the 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.
ERRATUM: Kindly note that the post of Assistant Director: Forest Resource
Protection (X2 Posts) with Ref No: Western Cape: FOM23/2026 and Limpopo
/ Mpumalanga: Ref No: FOM24/2026 advertised in the Public Service Vacancy
Circular 15 dated 08 May 2026 with the closing date of 25 March 2026 has
been withdrawn

POST 16/47 : SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER REF NO: OC04/2026

SALARY : R413 001 per annum
CENTRE : Cape Town

REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF6) in Public Management / Office management or
relevant qualification in the relevant field. A minimum of 2 years’ experience in
an office environment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall
undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and
the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Knowledge of
Administrative procedures, financial management and Personnel
management. Knowledge of Public Service procedures and prescripts,
Procurement policies and procedures as well Departmental procedures and
prescripts. Knowledge of Logis, BAS and Financial procedures. Knowledge of
Administration field: emails, Internet, Word Processing, Document
management. Skills: Sound organising and planning skills in terms of own
work, good communication skills (written & verbal), compiling spreadsheets
and preparation of budget and compile reports. Computer proficiency e.g.,
Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Word. Ability to communicate with people at
different levels, to gather and analyse information. Be able to work individually
and in team, good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under extreme
pressure. Ability to work with difficult people and to resolve conflict, sense of
responsibility, and loyalty.

DUTIES : Provide administrative and secretariat services for the Oceans Economy
programme and its subprograms and projects. Schedule and convene
stakeholder meetings, workshop and compile meeting reports and action plans
Render chief user services. Provide procurement services for the acquisition
of goods and services to the Chief Directorate Ocean Economy with adherence
to procurement policies, supply chain, and financial instructions. Provide
logistical support services to the Chief Directorate for convening meetings,
workshops or events. Undertake travel arrangements for meetings and events,
including domestic and international travel, and administer subsistence
allowances, travel advances, and travel claims for officials. Provide financial
support services including compiling budget spreadsheet monitoring,
recording, reconciling and reporting on the budget expenditure of the Chief
Directorate. Provide inventory support services including keeping record, life
history and movement of the assets within the Chief Directorate.

ENQUIRIES : Ms C Mangcu at (083) 652 5142; e-mail: cmangcu@dffe.gov.za
APPLICATIONS : Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries
and the Environment, The Director: Integrated Human Resource Management,
Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-deliver to 14 Loop Street, Cape
Town or can be emailed to the respective email address quoting the reference
number on the subject email. Email: C04-2026@dffe.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 01 June 2026, 16:00. No late applications will be accepted

POST 16/46 : CONTROL SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN GRADE A: CRUSTACEANS (SOUTH COAST ROCK LOBSTER AND KZN CRUSTACEAN TRAWL FISHERIES) REF NO: FIM17/2026

SALARY : R573 552 per annum, (OSD)
CENTRE : Cape Town (Foretrust Building)

REQUIREMENTS : A Diploma in Natural Science or a relevant qualification; Compulsory
registration with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions
(SACNASP) as a Certificated Natural Scientist. A minimum of six (6) years of
post-qualification technical scientific experience in marine living resources or
fisheries research. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake
two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other
must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Sound knowledge of
scientific methodologies applicable to fisheries research; Knowledge of
crustacean fisheries, particularly the South Coast Rock Lobster and KZN
crustacean trawl fisheries; Knowledge and experience in data collection, data
management and data analysis of scientific datasets; Experience in the
development, operation and maintenance of scientific and technical
equipment; Sea-going and fieldwork experience; Knowledge of relevant
legislative and compliance requirements applicable to fisheries research and
monitoring; Computer literacy, including the use of standard data management
and office software; Good communication, planning and organisational skills;
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team;
Willingness to work extended hours, undertake field deployments, and conduct
work at sea as required; Valid South African driving license.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will provide technical and operational support to the
crustacean research programme, with specific focus on the South Coast Rock
Lobster and KZN Crustacean Trawl fisheries. Key responsibilities include:
Provide technical leadership in the collection, verification, management and
analysis of fisheries-dependent and fisheries-independent data to support
scientific assessments and management advice; Develop, maintain and
update fisheries databases and data systems in support of monitoring and
research programmes; Coordinate and support field surveys, sampling
programmes and monitoring activities, including logistical arrangements,
equipment preparation and quality control of collected data; Participate in seagoing and field trips as required; Participate in Scientific and Management
Working Group meetings and contribute technical inputs, data updates and
progress reports; Compile and disseminate technical reports, summaries and
data products for management, stakeholders and scientific forums; Liaise with
research institutions, universities, industry partners and regulatory bodies on
matters relating to crustacean research and monitoring; Support the
administration of research and monitoring projects, including planning,
scheduling, documentation and record-keeping; Assist with the management
and monitoring of project and operational budgets in line with departmental
financial procedures; Supervise and coordinate technical and scientific work
processes and support the mentoring and development of staff, interns and
students

ENQUIRIES : Mr. Qayiso Mketsu at 082 782 9674
APPLICATIONS : Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries
and the Environment, The Director: Integrated Human Resource Management,
Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-deliver to 14 Loop Street, Cape
Town or can be emailed to the respective email address quoting the reference
number on the subject email. Email: FIM17-2026@dffe.gov.za
CLOSING DATE : 15 June 2026, 16:00. No late applications will be accepted

We wish you all the best with your applications