Senior Forester: Forests Management

Overview

Senior Forester to manage state forest plantations at Qhudeni, implementing operational plans and quality-assuring service-provider work.

Requirements

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Forestry or relevant qualification within the related field recognized by SAQA.
• A Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in Forestry or relevant field.
• Knowledge of the National Forests Act, 1998 (Act 84 of 1998) and the National Veld and Forest Fires Act, 1998 (Act 101 of 1998) including other relevant legislations such as NEMA, NEMBA, CARA, Protected Areas Act, Public Services Act, PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
• Knowledge of the forest and environmental management sector.
• Knowledge of PCI&S management Framework.
• People management and empowerment.
• Client orientation and customer focus.
• Financial Management.
• Project and Programme Management.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).
• Facilitation and negotiation skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Good interpersonal relations skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and work long hours.
• Ability to work individually and in a team.
• A valid Driver’s license and willingness to travel and be able to drive State Vehicles.

Duties

• Render commercial activities in state forest plantations.
• Implement operational plans for the state forest plantations.
• Quality assures work rendered by service providers.
• Development of management plans.
• Assist in compiling and updating annual plans of operations.
• Plan and conduct physical verification for state forest plantations in the region.
• Monitor compliance with applicable business processes for management of state forest plantations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports.
• Implement the Audit Action Plan and keep record of evidence.
• Create jobs through Expanded Public Works Programme.
• Ensure protection of plantations from fires, livestock and pests.
• Assist with the implementation, enforcement and promotion of the National Forest Act (NFA), Conservation of Natural Resources Act (CARA) and National Veld Forest Fire Act (NVFFA).
• Administer forestry support services.
• Participate in stakeholder engagements.
• Conduct awareness campaigns.

How to apply

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/

Enquiries: Eva Mkhwanazi Cell No: 082 882 1317

Notes

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, 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. All shortlisted candidates for SMS will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessment to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preference, emotional intelligence and integrity. 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. MANAGEMENT ECHELON