Chief Director: Oceans Economy & Project Management

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Reference Number: OC35/2023

Closing Date: 06 October 2023

Salary: R1,371,558 per annum (all-inclusive package)

Location: Cape Town (Waterfront)

Requirements:

• Undergraduate (NQF Level 7) or a relevant qualification recognised by SAQA in Natural/Economic Sciences.
• 5 years of experience at senior management level.
• Successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme.
• Thorough understanding and experience of project management.
• Knowledge and understanding of policies and relevant legislation pertaining to the various aspects of the Oceans and Coasts Environment.
• Knowledge of an inter-governmental system.
• Knowledge of government Administration and financial procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in Planning, Monitoring and Reporting.
• Knowledge of Public Service and Departmental procedures and prescripts.
• Knowledge of Government policies and procedures, in particular, DFFE.
• Sound organising and planning skills, project and program management skills, good communication skills, computer literacy, leadership, facilitation, analytical skills, presentation skills, and Honesty.
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily, gather and analyse information, develop and apply policies, work individually and in a team, work under pressure, work with difficult persons and resolve conflict.

Duties:

• Manage, facilitate, and support the implementation of delivery plans for the Marine Protection Services and Ocean Governance Focus Area.
• Engage with implementing departments to identify challenges and assist with implementation challenges.
• Undertake the budgeting process (application & allocation) for projects supported within the DFFE.
• Manage and analyze the implementation of initiatives within Operation Phakisa: Oceans Economy and provide project management capacity.
• Coordinate reporting on delivery plans and assess progress on implementation across implementing departments.
• Provide specialist input, advice, and support in respect of maritime services, aquaculture, small harbors development, infrastructure development, and coastal and marine tourism and infrastructure.
• Oversee analyses of implementation plans and progress, identifying mitigation measures against challenges.
• Maintain a network of project leaders and specialists across implementing departments.
• Liaise with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation and other strategic international partners on areas of cooperation.
• Develop and/or coordinate input into regional & international Oceans Economy programs.
• Fulfill and oversee Department and national roles in regional/international Ocean Economy Forums.
• Identify supporting roles that regional/international forums can fulfill in implementing national ocean economy projects.

Enquiries to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment:

Mr. L. Fikizolo Tel No: (021) 493 7357

Applications:

May be forwarded to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment: Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-delivered to 63 Strand Street, Cape Town.

Control Environmental Officer: Persistent Pollutants Management – Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Grade: A (OSD)

Reference Number: CMW05/2023

Closing Date: 02 October 2023

Salary: R554,498 per annum

Location: Pretoria

Requirements:

• An appropriate recognized three-year Diploma or Degree qualification or equivalent qualification in chemistry, natural, engineering, or environmental sciences.
• At least three years of relevant experience in chemical management.
• Experience in multilateral environmental agreements (MEAs) relating to chemicals and waste management is an added advantage.
• Sound understanding of the legislation framework governing chemicals management and experience in managing some aspects of chemicals management.
• Skills required: Extensive knowledge and technical skills in project management, facilitation, and coordination; excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving; superior verbal and written communication and presentation skills; good operational planning skills and report writing skills; good leadership and interpersonal relations; computer skills.
• The incumbent must be able to work independently and efficiently under pressure.
• The incumbent must also be able to work and interact at all levels with internal and external stakeholders.

Duties:

• Assist in the implementation of the provisions set out by the multilateral environmental agreements or international conventions relating to chemicals management.
• Assist in the processing of the applications of the MEAs.
• Identify policy and regulatory frameworks for the environmentally sound management of persistent pollutant chemicals.
• Provide technical inputs and guidance to legislation and policy development, chemical risk assessment, capacity building, and regulatory processes related to persistent pollutant chemicals.
• Develop national action plans and/or national implementation plans or phase-out management plans for the persistent pollutant chemicals.
• Identify, gather, and disseminate information on chemicals management, with a focus on promoting awareness of the dangers of hazardous chemicals in the environment and human health.
• Ensure effective relationships are in place to support the implementation of regulatory instruments developed to minimize the threats of chemical pollution in the environment.

Enquiries to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment:

Mr. Pardon Ndlovu Tel No: (012) 399-8807

Applications:

Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment:

Pretoria:

Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-delivered to: Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6, Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria.

Cape Town/Northwest/Northern Cape:

Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-deliver to: 14 Loop Street, Cape Town.

Senior Forestry Regulation Officer – Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Reference Number: FOM55/2023

Closing Date: 02 October 2023

Salary: R359,517 per annum (Level 08)

Location: Polokwane

Requirements:

• National Diploma/degree in Forestry or relevant equivalent within a related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in Forestry or a related field.
• Knowledge of National Forestry Acts, National Veld and Forest Fire Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, and other related environmental legislation.
• Skills required: computer literacy, numeracy skills, minute writing, planning and organizing, problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills (verbal, presentation, and report writing).
• Ability to work long hours voluntarily, gather and analyze information, develop and apply policies, work individually and in a team, work under pressure, work with difficult persons and resolve conflict.
• Knowledge of indigenous trees.
• Computer skills in MS Office Software.
• A valid driver’s license and must be willing to travel.

Duties:

• Implement the National Forest Act (NFA).
• Administer licenses for natural forests and protected trees.
• Monitor compliance and implement administrative enforcement measures.
• Implement activities to ensure concurrence management.
• Evaluate Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
• Implement the National Veld and Forest Fires Act (NVFFA).
• Conduct FPA assessments for registered FPAs.
• Promote the well-being of the FPAs.
• Implementing integrated veld fire management plans and NVFIS.
• Facilitate participation by municipalities and state land custodians.
• Facilitate the submission of annual reports to the National Office via the Provincial Office.
• Assessing firebreak exemption applications.
• Organize and coordinate stakeholder participation.
• Implement a business plan for an awareness campaign.
• Render general administration.

Enquiries to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment:

Ms. AN Mudau Tel No: (015) 287 9964

Applications:

Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment:

Pretoria:

Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-delivered to: Environment House, Erf 1563 Arcadia Extension 6, Cnr Soutpansberg and Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria.

Cape Town/Northwest/Northern Cape:

Private Bag X4390, Cape Town, 8000 or hand-deliver to: 14 Loop Street, Cape Town.

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