EPWP COORDINATION: REF NO: EP05/2025

SALARY :

R849 702 per annum (all-inclusive remuneration package)

CENTRE :

Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS :

Degree/National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural Science, Environmental Management Sciences, Development Studies or relevant qualification in the related field. A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the related field of which three (3) years should be at an entry/junior managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). Knowledge of poverty alleviation programmes of Government, specifically the EPWP (including applicable legislation governing the implementation of the programme) and programmes implemented in the Environment and Culture Sector, extensive relevant experience in coordination, complex stakeholder management and understanding of government reporting protocols.

Demonstrated application of relevant legislation relating, but not limited to, Inter-governmental Framework Relations. Extensive knowledge of EPWP reporting requirements and systems employed. Proven communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. and proven track record in management of staff,Proficiency in Excel spreadsheets & Sound numerical and analytical acumen & Experience in human resources and financial management. A Valid Code B drivers’ licence is compulsory & willingness to travel extensively.

DUTIES :

Ensure effective functioning of the mechanisms for provincial coordination structures. Ensure that all the national coordination mechanisms are functional and effective. Ensure development of annual/multiyear provincial sector plans. Monitor compliance of sector projects with EPWP guidelines. Ensure participation of national programmes in the sector. Manage staff in the Subdirectorate.

ENQUIRES :

Mr M Moela Tel: 012 399 9730

APPLICATIONS :

Email: Ep05-2025@dffe.gov.za

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ATMOSPHERIC POLICY REGULATIONS AND PLANNING
REF NO: CCAQ06/2025

This is a readvertisement, 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 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 demonstrated grounding in finance,
Public Service procedures and DFFE policies.

Specialist knowledge of the
latest international and national theory 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 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 analyse
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 and best practices. Develop and review
atmospheric quality policies, strategies and relevant legislations. Ensure the
development and review of air quality norms and standards. Render technical
and specialist support service on air quality technology and risk assessment.

ENQUIRIES :

Dr P Gwaze Tel No: (012) 399 9362

APPLICATIONS :

CCAQ06-2025@dffe.gov.za

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CONTROL BIODIVERSITY OFFICER GRADE A: WILDLIFE ECONOMY REF NO: BC07/2025

SALARY :

R580 551 per annum

CENTRE :

Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS :

A four (4) years Degree (NQF8) or equivalent qualification in Environmental Management/ Natural Sciences or Human Sciences or equivalent qualification within the related field plus six (6) years post qualification experience in the relevant field. Knowledge of the NEMA; NEMBA; and the GMO Act. Knowledge of the regulations promulgated there under and departmental policies with special reference to Alien and Invasive Alien Species. Understanding of the environmental risk assessment of GMOs and AIS.

Knowledge in general government administrative procedures and processes (PSA & PSR). Experience and knowledge of policy development and implementation. Financial and Procurement administrative procedures (PFMA & Treasury Regulations). Knowledge and in-depth understanding of the United Nation Convention on Biological Diversity and the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety.

Skills:

Planning skills; Good communication skills; Negotiations skills; Policy development; Computer literacy and Creativity; Report writing skills and Organisational skills.

Personal Attributes:

Innovative and proactive. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Ability to gather and analyse information. Proven leadership skills. Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work independently and in a team. Ability to lead multidisciplinary team. Good interpersonal relations skills. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Conflict management and resolution.

DUTIES :

Provide support to Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) within the wildlife and ecotourism sectors. Identify and enter into partnerships to facilitate SMMEs growth and for the implementation of the Biodiversity Lab outcomes. Coordinate Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) development and implementation with academia and other research bodies. Coordinate reporting of the wildlife sector in terms of jobs created and economic contribution.

Participate in the development, review and implementation of the Biodiversity Economy Satellite account. Monitor, review, and evaluate progress on implementation plans. Assist SMMEs to comply with relevant legislation, regulations, certification standards etc. Provide technical support to the National Focal Point on Wildlife Economy related activities.

Coordinate stakeholder engagement on Wildlife Economy related activities. Participate in development and review of legislation regulations, certification standards etc. related to the wildlife sector.

ENQUIRY :

Ms L Tshitwamulomoni Tel No: 012 399 9611

APPLICATIONS :

Email: BC07-2025@dffe.gov.za

 

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NATIONAL SKILLS FUND REF NO: DHET02/02/2025

Branch: Chief Financial Office

SALARY :

R1 741 770 per annum (Leve 15), (all-inclusive remuneration package)

CENTRE :

Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate NQF level 8 qualification in the field of finance/ economics/ public management and related qualification recognized by SAQA.
• Admission as a Chartered Accountant (South Africa) will serve as a distinct advantage.
• 8 years’ experience at senior managerial level coupled with extensive management experience in the field of financial management/ economic management and corporate governance.
• Previous working experience in strategy management in similar organization.
• In-depth knowledge of the post school education and training, the national skills fund mandate and strategies.

 

Knowledge of the education system and pedagogy.

Knowledge of post-school education framework.

• Knowledge of National Skills Fund business strategies and goals,
• National Skills Fund Services,
• National Skills Fund business processes,
• and value chain,
• National Skills Fund policies,
• procedures and regulations,
• National Skills values as well as National Skills Fund goals Good understanding and knowledge of legislative frameworks such as Skills Development Act,
• Skills Development Levies Act,
• Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations,
• Public Financial Management Act and National Treasury Regulations.

 

• Acumen and understanding of the transformation challenges within the posteducation and training sector.
• Solid understanding of the dialectic relationship between the fourth industrial revolution and higher education and research.
• Strong stakeholder engagement with high-level strategic management and leadership capabilities.
• A good understanding of the
  policy and legislative environment as well as socio-economic growth and development goals locally and internationally that impact higher education.
• Excellent knowledge of key education legislation in the post-school education and training sector.
• Knowledge of strategic planning and policy development.

 

• Knowledge of marketing, brand and communication management.
• Knowledge of functioning of public sector Education environment.
• Knowledge on the issues pertaining to the NSF and DHET.
• Strategic capability and leadership.
• Project and programme management.
• Budget and financial management.
• Change management.
• People management and empowerment.
• programme and project management.

 

IMPORTANT DUTIES TO SUBMIT

• Service delivery Innovation,
• problem solving and analyzing,
• knowledge management,
• client orientation and customer focus,
• marketing and communication management,
• honesty and integrity,
• monitoring and evaluation,
• negotiation,
• quality management,
• stakeholder engagement and management and technical proficiency.

 

• Extensive experience in the application of strategic management,
• business planning and design,
• performance measurement,
• financial accounting (including principles of GRAP/MCS),
• management accounting,
• cost accounting, internal controls,
• internal and external audit,
• information systems,
• and Supply Chain Management.

 

Ability to establish good working relations with key stakeholders such as the National Treasury and Auditor-General of South
Africa.

Acumen and experience in managing and interacting with key stakeholders at the senior level;

• proven strategic and leadership capabilities,
• programme and project management,
• and people management and empowerment;
• well-developed research and development methodologies.

Skills:

excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Client orientation and customer focus, honesty and integrity, and time management skills. Excellent project management, problem-solving, report writing, computer and analytic skills are key to this post.

DUTIES :

Responsible for proactive leadership and providing strategic direction to the National Skills Fund to ensure that it meets its mandate. Direct the development of the National Skills Fund strategy. Manage the final approval of the National Skills Fund Strategic Plan. Establish long, medium, and short-term strategic opportunities for the National Skills Fund. Provide strategic and policy
advice to the Executive Authority and Director-General regarding the National Skills Fund.

 

Provide support to the Minister and Director-General in relation to the development of solutions for the challenges specific to the Branch to ensure delivery of the Branch-related key results area including paying a direct role regarding inputs into strategy, being accountable for relevant
inputs to Parliamentary Committee meetings, cluster meeting and implementation of the sector plan. Direct policy and provide inputs into policy development aligned to the National Skills Fund Strategic plan. Formulate policy and planning recommendations to the relevant department and fund governance committee.

 

Review and provide inputs into high-level decisions impacting the
skills development environment and sector. Approve and authorize capital allocation for Chief Directorates and projects. Take overall accountability for the management of financial and physical resources within the National Skills Fund. Mobilize and allocate resources in accordance with the defined priorities. Direct and manage the management team and all units within the National Skills Fund. Accountable for the operations of the National Skills Fund. Ensure institutional transformation and change. Accountable for the Grants Disbursement
Framework. Oversee marketing branding and communications activities for the National SkillsFund.

 

Oversee the development of the public relations and communication strategy for the National Skills Fund. Participate, lead and guide National Skills Fund’s participation in strategic stakeholder engagement and management as well as intergovernmental relations management structures. Promote organization and stakeholder change related to the organization’s mission.Represent the Department on key forums and structures to promote the skills agenda. Manage the National Skills Fund’s relationship with the Department of Higher Education and Training and relevant public entities. Provide strategic advice and support in respect of the establishment, management and enhancement of strategic relationships and partnerships by
the Department.

 

Ensure adherence to policy and statutory directives relevant to the post-school education sector. Monitor the execution of the operational plan for the Directorate including a budget, performance targets, and measurement metrics and reporting. Ensure sufficient capacity within sub-programmes to achieve the monitoring objectives of projects and programmes. Manage the performance of employees in accordance with the policy.

 

Provide employees with the necessary information and resources to deliver on their objectives and meet the targets for the Directorate. Motivate team members and create a culture of high performance. Operate within delegated authorities. Always adhere to the values of the National Skills Fund.

ENQUIRIES :

Ms X Rikhotso Tel No: (012) 213 5513 / Mr R Kgare Tel No: (012) 312 5442 /Ms N Liwane Tel No: (012) 312 6365

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