REF NO: CCAQ06/2025
This is a re-advertisement, candidates who previously applied must re-apply in order for their application to be considered.
SALARY: R1 216 824 per annum, all-inclusive remuneration package
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS: An undergraduate qualification in Natural or Physical Sciences, Environmental
Development Planning or relevant qualification on (NQF 7) within the related field. A minimum of 5 years experience at the Middle/Senior Managerial level within the related field. Successful completion of the Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme. Knowledge of environmental and development issues (globally, regionally, locally). Proven competence in the area of air quality management policies, strategies and regulations development, and others as needed with a demonstrated grounding in finance, Public Service procedures, and DFFE policies. Specialist knowledge of the latest international and national theories and developments in respect of environmental impact, land use, and spatial planning legislation, policies, and strategies. Ability to manage and plan for activities, including projects and policy matters. Ability to develop, interpret,t and apply policies, strategies, and
legislation. Knowledge of HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations, and dealing with conflict. Assist in career planning and effective deployment of personnel. Ability to control and manage the budget of the directorate. Sufficient knowledge of specific computer software packages and efficient use of associated hardware. Perform in-house training for subordinates. Skills & Competencies: Relationship Management; Stakeholder engagement; Negotiation skills; Public Relations; Research; Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; Change Management; Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation (SDI); Problem Solving and Analysis; People Management and Empowerment;
Client Orientation and Customer Focus; Communication. Personal Attributes: Honesty; Ability to work long hours voluntarily; Ability to gather and analyze information. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work individually and in team. Good interpersonal relations skills; Creativity; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict; Character beyond reproach; Articulate; Sense of responsibility and loyalty; Initiative and creativity.
DUTIES: Manage the identification and development of national priority plans. Develop, promulgate, and review the department’s Air Quality Management Plan. Compile the National Air Quality Officer’s reports. Review and ensure approval of national, provincial, and local air quality management plans. Participate in the development of the implementation manuals, guidelines, software, standard formats, templates,s, and best practices. Develop and review atmospheric quality policies, strategies, and relevant legislation. Ensure the development and review of air quality norms and standards. Render technical and specialist support services on air quality technology and risk assessment.
ENQUIRIES: Dr P Gwaze Tel No: (012) 399 9362
APPLICATIONS : CCAQ06-2025@dffe.gov.za
DEPARTMENT OF, FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT
The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action employer.
APPLICATIONS: Must be submitted to the Director-General, Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Private Bag X447, Pretoria, 0001, or hand-delivered 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: 10 March 2025
FOR ATTENTION: Human Resource Management
NOTE: 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. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificates, identity documents, and driver’s licenses 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; 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) before 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/trainingcourse/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 a
performance agreement, and an employment contract. The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment. If you have not been contacted within three to 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
