OTHER POSTS. POST 32/01 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FORESTRY MANAGEMENT REF NO: 222/2015 Directorate: Forestry Management (Other Regions)

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1 3 ANNEXURE A DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY AND FISHERIES It is the Department s intention to promote equity through the filling of posts, according to set Employment Equity targets. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. APPLICATIONS : Human Communications has been retained to handle all responses. Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to PO Box 1305, Rivonia 2128 or hand deliver at 3 Autumn Street, Rivonia, or you can apply online at Applications can also be submitted electronically to Human Communications via the or fax number indicated at each post or hand delivered at any one of the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries offices as indicated below (please place in the blue box marked for applications). ENQUIRIES: Chipo, tel. (011) Gauteng: Reception, Agriculture Place, 20 Steve Biko Street (formerly Beatrix Street), Arcadia, Pretoria KwaZulu-Natal: Reception (5th Floor), Old Mutual Building, 185 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg Limpopo: Reception (Ground Floor), Magistrates Building, 103 cnr Landdros and Munnik Streets, Makhado Mpumalanga: Reception (2nd Floor), Permanent Building, 27 Brown Street, Nelspruit Eastern Cape: Reception (Ground Floor), Old SABC Building, 2 Hargreaves Avenue, King William s Town Reception (2nd Floor), PRD Building, Sutherland Street, Mthatha Western Cape: Reception (Ground Floor), Foretrust Building, 3 Martin Hammerschlag Way, Foreshore, Cape Town Reception (Support Building), Quarantine Station, Polkadraai Road, Stellenbosch CLOSING DATE : 28 August 2015 NOTE : Applications must be submitted on a Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service department or on the internet at which must be signed and dated (an unsigned Z83 form will disqualify an application) and should be accompanied by a recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as copies of all qualification(s) (Matric certificate must also be attached) and ID document and driver s licence (where applicable). Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders must attach a copy of his/her Permanent Residence Permit to his/her application. Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/knowledge test. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve (12) months. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Applications submitted via , fax or online must include the post title and reference number in the subject line and a scanned, signed and dated Z83 form (a Z83 form without a physical signature and date will disqualify an application) together with all relevant documents as indicated above. Persons with disability are encouraged to apply. OTHER POSTS POST 32/01 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FORESTRY MANAGEMENT REF NO: 222/2015 Directorate: Forestry Management (Other Regions) SALARY : R per annum (all-inclusive package) CENTRE : Kimberley REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Forestry or Developmental studies plus relevant management experience. Knowledge of the Forestry sector, community dynamics and PFMA, Treasury Regulations Act, Public Service Regulations and Employee Performance Management Development. Understanding of the forest sector Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment

2 Charter. Extensive knowledge of Forestry legislation such as NFA, 1998 and NVFFA, Knowledge of Environmental legislation such as the National Environmental Management Act, Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act, National Environmental Management Biodiversity Act and relevant legislation. Planning and organising skills. Communication/interpersonal and listening skills. Problem-solving and analysis skills. Decision-making and policy analysis skills. Computer literacy in MS Office software. Project and programme management skills. Strategic thinking and presentation skills. Negotiation skills. Leadership and execution skills. Delegation and empowerment skills. The ability to accept responsibility and manage human financial resources and State assets. The ability to work under pressure and extended working hours. A driver s licence and the ability to drive. DUTIES : Manage and ensure the implementation of the NFA and NVFFA. Promote forestry development through sustainable forestry management. Implement and monitor the impact of the enforcement strategy in the region and assess compliance issues. Ensure implementation of compliance and enforcement guidelines norms and standards. Minimise risk by ensuring FPA s are registered and functional in high fire risk areas (food security). Ensure sustainable forest management by implementation of the provisions of NFA. Ensure awareness programmes/information sessions take place. Ensure the monitoring of Acts. Ensure support is rendered to small growers (technical, financial or material). Facilitate and support community-based livelihood projects. Facilitate the planting of indigenous and fruit trees. Facilitate the creation of jobs through EPWP. Ensure representation of Forestry Programmes in IDPs and other Government Departments. Ensure the monitoring of Forestry Development Programmes and Projects. Ensure sustainable management of State Forestry Assets (Nurseries, State Forest Land, Woodlots). Oversee procurement of production inputs. Ensure compliance with revenue collection as per DFI-Sale of trees and seedlings. Regulate leases, assignments and delegations. Ensure proper utilisation of the budget by monitoring and reporting expenditure. Ensure compliance with Revenue collection as per DFI-Sale of trees and seedlings. Monitor and ensure proper utilisation of equipment and reporting thereof. Evaluate and monitor performance and appraisal of employees. Ensure capacity and development of staff. ENQUIRIES : Mr C. Ndou, tel. (012) APPLICATIONS : daff1@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/02 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EXPENDITURE REF: 78/2015 Directorate: Financial Accounting SALARY : R per annum (all-inclusive package) REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Financial Management with Accounting as a major subject. Extensive managerial and supervisory experience in financial administration. Extensive knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Good knowledge of human resources prescripts and supply chain management procedures. Good communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, problem-solving, report writing and analytical skills. The ability to meet deadlines, accept responsibility, plan and organise. Computer literacy in MS Office software and the Basic Accounting System (BAS). A valid driver s licence. DUTIES : Manage and oversee the activities and processes of the Sub-directorate: Expenditure with regard to expenditure, revenue and administration functions. Manage, oversee, coordinate and report on a monthly basis with regard to accruals, 30 days reporting, statistics and month-end closure. Manage financial reporting such as operational, performance and financial reports inclusive of related annual report inputs. Manage and oversee financial risk by internal verification of all payment requests processed and paid by the finance office to ensure compliance with financial, supply chain and human resource policies and prescripts. Advise SMS members, responsible managers and officials of the Department on the above. Maintain relevant financial policies, financial circulars and procedures and respond to audit queries. Manage the Sub-directorate: Expenditure with regard to human resource management and development, employee relations, supply chain management, organisational and financial policies, prescripts and guidelines. Manage and oversee salary payments and related functions. Manage the processing of subsistence and transport claims. 4

3 Ensure the processing of subsistence and transport advances. Manage petty cash services. Facilitate the authorisation of captured payment requests from the Directorate: Supply Chain Management. Pay interdepartmental claims, accounts and private entities. Ensure compilation of claims against other departments. Oversee the verification of all financial documents to ensure adherence to financial and other prescripts. Ensure the safeguarding and control of all financial (including payments) documentation for audit purposes. ENQUIRIES : Ms Z. Lufele, tel. (012) APPLICATIONS : daff2@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/03 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS REF NO: 193/2015 Directorate: Stakeholder Relations SALARY : R per annum REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Public Administration/Social Sciences. Relevant experience in working with stakeholders. Good knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Intergovernmental Relations Framework Act, Public Service Act, The White Paper on the Transformation of Public Service (Batho Pele Principles) and the Department s key committees and forums. Good communication (verbal and written), report-writing, interpersonal, liaison/networking and problem-solving skills. Computer literacy in MS Office software. A valid driver s licence, the ability to drive and willingness to travel. DUTIES : Coordinate, facilitate and maintain good and sound relations between DAFF and agriculture and forestry sector stakeholders. Ensure that the outcomes of the meetings are communicated and implemented within DAFF. Liaise with all the DAFF sector stakeholders. Facilitate and coordinate activities pertaining to stakeholder relations. Develop the Stakeholder Engagement Strategy and Implementation Plan. Facilitate the approval process of the Stakeholder Engagement Strategy and the implementation plan of the Stakeholder Engagement Strategy by EXCO. Facilitate and coordinate DAFF Strategic Engagements with Commodity Groups for Agriculture and Forestry. Provide secretariat services to the Minister and stakeholders meetings. Provide support to enhance the departmental visibility and participation in various stakeholder engagements meetings and others. Conduct information gathering with regard to issues affecting DAFF stakeholders and liaise with the relevant line function branches for auctioning. Compile reports on issues raised by stakeholders and provide progress reports to EXCO for its attention. Ensure maintenance of the database. Review and update the Terms of Reference for the Minister s Service Delivery Forum, CEO Forum and CEO Steering Committee. ENQUIRIES : Mr C. Khonkwane, tel. (012) APPLICATIONS : daff4@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/04 : ESTATE MANAGER 2 POSTS REF NO: 212/2015 Directorate: Forestry Management (Eastern Cape) SALARY : R per annum CENTRE : Kei Area and East Griqualand REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma/Bachelor s degree in Forestry and relevant experience in the Forestry environment at supervisory level. Knowledge of the policy and legislative framework, sectoral legislation and regulatory framework of Forestry and labour in South Africa. Knowledge of best management practices and environmental management system. Computer literacy in MS office software. The ability to document or record information as well as organise, plan and prioritise work. A valid driver s licence and willingness to travel. DUTIES : Promote and manage all aspects of industrial plantations (pine and gum plantations) and implement environmental management practices and labour legislation as well as finance and best management practices for plantations in order to contribute towards an informed management decision. Supervise the activities of foresters and other forestry workers. Establish short- and long-term plans for the management of plantation and forest resources. Monitor contract compliances as well as the results of forestry activities to ensure adherence to Government regulations. Compile monthly reports and quarterly progress reports. Contribute to the strategic plans of the Directorate: Forestry Management in terms of drawing an annual plan of operations (APO), business plans and work plans for replanting and growing trees, monitoring trees for healthy growth and 5

4 determining the best time for harvesting. Develop forest management plans, forestry fire suppression strategies and fire management to prevent and combat veld and forest fires. Assist with the implementation, enforcement and promotion of the National Forest Act, 1998 (Act 84 of 1998) (NFA) and National Veld and Forest Fire Act (NVFFA). Develop and implement plans, update APOs and recommended management decisions. Protect plantations for economics and conservation purposes. Monitor and report on the use of State resources and ensure financial control. Implement standards and operational practices. Manage forested lands for economics, recreational and conservation purpose. Assist farmers, communities and other forest owners to manage their land. Deal with all technical and other enquiries from stakeholders. Coordinate awareness campaigns (e.g Fire and Participatory Forest Management). Provide advice and recommendations as a consultant on forestry issues to private woodlot owners, firefighters, Government agencies and/or companies. Mentor and evaluate all staff members. Arrange appropriate courses or training for staff. Conclude work plans with all employees and complete assessment reports. Conduct regular reviews and provide recognition for performance. Participate in transformation activities and workshops. Provide input to transformation policies when required. Implement transformation policies. ENQUIRIES : Mr C. Gcilitshana, tel. (043) APPLICATIONS : daff5@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/05 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT REF NO: 61/2015 Directorate: Programme Development Support SALARY : R per annum REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Public Administration or Public Management. Relevant experience in project management and monitoring and evaluation. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act. Good communication, planning, organising, coordinating, project management, problem-solving, interpersonal and report-writing skills. Experience in a monitoring and evaluation environment. Computer literacy in MS Office software. A valid driver s licence. DUTIES : Facilitate and coordinate the implementation of the Department of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF) project management methodology. Ensure the proper use of project management methods and tools. Provide support to the DAFF and Provincial Departments of Agriculture (PDA s) in the proper use of the DAFF s project management system. Collect and package information pertaining to the Department s response to key national strategies and policy imperatives. Use key tools to assess and review programmes/project. Ensure proper utilisation of the project information management system by various stakeholders. Provide end-user support. Report administration support and related functions in the Directorate. Collect and package required information for the annual and quarterly review of the Department programme and carry out project verification. ENQUIRIES : Mr S. Mfuywa, tel. (012) APPLICATIONS : daff6@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/06 : ANIMAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN REF NO: 203/2015 Directorate: Animal Health CENTRE : Skukuza REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or equivalent qualification in Animal Health with Animal Diseases as a major subject. Must be registered with the South African Veterinary Council (proof of your registration). Must have sufficient experience in and knowledge of erection, maintenance and repair of big game and electric fences and patrol roads. The ability to liaise with local farmers and communities. The ability to plan and work independently. Planning and organising skills. Good communication (verbal and written) skills. Good interpersonal skills. Computer literacy in MS Office software. A valid driver s licence and the ability to drive. DUTIES : Ensure maintenance, repair and patrolling of the animal disease control fence. Provide supervision of the Tradesman Aids working on the fence line. Record breakages, report animal movements and audit the Kruger National Park border fence. Ensure recordkeeping and control of the provision and usage of fencing materials. Oversee herbicide application and other maintenance duties. Report 6

5 criminal activities involving the fence integrity. Communicate with local farmers and communities with regard to disease control and the importance of fence integrity. Conduct administrative duties. ENQUIRIES : Dr L. van Schalkwyk, tel. (013) APPLICATIONS : daff7@humanjobs.co.za or fax: NOTE : Given the location and type of work of this post, that is repairing the fence, patrolling and clearing of dirt roads along the Kruger National Park fence, camping in the bush, travelling long distances and being away from home for long periods of time, this position is highly recommended for male candidates. But female candidates are not excluded. Accommodation will be at the expense of the successful candidate. POST 32/07 : SENIOR EMPLOYEE RELATIONS PRACTITIONER REF NO: 163/2015 Directorate: Employee Relations REQUIREMENTS : A three-year National Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Labour Relations or Human Resources Management. Prior appropriate experience in labour relations. Proficiency in English (verbal and written) as well as computer literacy (MS Word and MS Outlook). Demonstrated good interpersonal skills. Good knowledge of labour law legislation and prescripts as well as other Public Service legislation. DUTIES : Promote sound labour relations in the Department through ensuring compliance with labour legislation, monitoring of fair labour practices and the implementation of departmental processes, procedures and systems in terms of labour law and Public Service prescripts. Represent the Department during bi-and multilateral meetings with trade unions. Draft letters, memoranda and submissions. Act as Employer Representative in disciplinary hearings as well as investigation officer in the investigation of formal grievances. Represent the Department at conciliation and arbitration proceedings at the GPSSBC. Keep and maintain work registers on grievances, disputes, misconduct and labour unrest. Capture disciplinary matters as well as grievances on information management systems. ENQUIRIES : Mr G.N. Nsele, tel. (012) APPLICATIONS : daff8@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/08 : SENIOR FORESTRY REGULATIONS OFFICER REF NO: 162/2015 Directorate: Forestry Management (Other Regions) CENTRE : Bloemhof (North West) REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Forestry. Experience as a forester or community development officer. Knowledge of Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies, Forestry Acts and Disaster Management. Good communication (verbal or written), typing, numeracy, organisational and minutewriting skills. Good interpersonal relations and problem-solving skills. Computer literacy in MS Office software. A valid driver s licence. DUTIES : Implement the National Forest Act (NFA) and National Veld and Forest Fire Act (NVFFA). Conduct administration of licences for all forms of forest resources and protected trees. Monitor compliance. Ensure enforcement of the Acts. Implement activities to ensure concurrence management. Evaluate Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). Establish Fire Protection Associations (FPA). Promote the wellbeing of FPAs. Implement integrated veld fire management plan. Implement the National Veld and Forest Information System (NVFIS). Facilitate the registration of the Umbrella Fire Protection Association. Ensure effective planning and support of annual activities including the management of the nursery and other operations in the District. Organise and coordinate stakeholder participation. Implement the business plan for awareness campaign. Render general administration. ENQUIRIES : Ms N. Mashologu, tel. (018) APPLICATIONS : daff9@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/09 : SENIOR FORESTER 2 POSTS REF NO: 182/2015 Directorate: Forestry Management (Eastern Cape) CENTRE : Matiwane and Kei areas 7

6 REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or Bachelor s degree in Forestry plus relevant work experience in the Forestry environment at supervisory level. Knowledge of the policy and legislative framework, sectoral legislation and the regulatory framework of Forestry and Labour in South Africa. Knowledge of best management practices for forestry and environmental management systems. Computer literacy in MS Office software and knowledge of documenting/recording information. DUTIES : Oversee and render commercial activities in the plantations, and implement operational plans for the plantation. Quality assure the work rendered by service providers. Assist in updating annual plans of operations. Prepare for planting and other sivi-cultural (planting, weeding, harvesting, etc) operations as well as routine management of the plantation. Render forestry protection activities, ensuring protection of plantation from fires, livestock and pests. Assist with the implementation, enforcement and promotion of the National Forest Act, 1998 (Act 84 of 1998) (NFA) and the National Veld and Forest Fire Act, 1998 (Act 101 of 1998) (NVFFA). Implement plans to prevent and combat veld and forest fires. Maintain State resources (e.g fences). Implement standards and operational practices. Liaise with stakeholders, and provide technical advice to stakeholders. Attend to enquiries. Provide awareness campaigns (Fire, Participatory Forest Management). Render environmental protection activities, manage stream flow reduction activities under the Water Act and plan and implement pest/disease control initiatives. Develop rehabilitation plans for degraded sites. Ensure maintenance of conservation zones. Plan and supervise removal of alien species. Provide staff management, including mentoring and coaching, and development of staff. Compile job descriptions, work plans and assessment reports for subordinates. Administer revenue collection services. ENQUIRIES : Mr C. Gcilitshana, tel. (043) APPLICATIONS : daff10@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/10 : SCIENTIFIC TECHNICIAN PRODUCTION GRADE A-C (OSD) REF NO: 195/2015 Directorate: Inspection Services SALARY : R R per annum (salary to be determined according to experience in line with the OSD dispensation) CENTRE : Buffelspoort REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma in Horticulture or a Bachelor s degree with Botany/Horticulture as a major subject (you are required to furnish a credit certificate and/or statement of results) with three (3) years scientific experience. Compulsory registration (or proof of your application for registration) with the South African Council for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP) as (at least) a Certified Natural Scientist (copy of the Registration Certificate must be attached). Experience in various methods of plant propagation especially of deciduous and subtropical fruit crops. Knowledge of the application of plant quarantine procedures and the management of the maintenance of greenhouse facilities will be an advantage. Well-developed communication skills. Proven leadership, organisational and problem-solving qualities as well as a meticulous and accurate approach. Sufficient and extensive knowledge of the application of, and computer literacy in, MS Office software. A valid driver s licence. DUTIES : Ensure the evaluation, optimisation and development of new methods, techniques, facilities, systems and resources that will improve on delivering an effective and efficient plant quarantine service. Audit all plant quarantine centres in terms of international protocols. Gather and manage data. Develop protocols. Attend relevant forums. Supervise personnel. Assist with the management of a quality administrative system. ENQUIRIES : Mr T. Pongolo, tel. (021) APPLICATIONS : daff3@humanjobs.co.za or fax: POST 32/11 : AGRICULTURAL FOOD AND QUARANTINE TECHNICIAN 6 POSTS REF NO: 196/2015 Directorate: Inspection Services SALARY : R per annum CENTRE : Durban (2 Posts) Port Elizabeth (2 Posts) Stellenbosch/Cape Town (2 Posts) REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma or BSc degree in Agriculture with at least one of the following subjects as a major: Horticulture, Botany, Plant Pathology, Entomology, Plant Production/Protection, Agronomy, and Microbiology (you are required to furnish a 8

7 credit certificate and/or statement of results). Relevant technical knowledge of and experience in law enforcement. Knowledge of the Agricultural Pests Act, 1983 (Act 36 of 1983) and related regulations and international agreements to ensure that the sanitary and Phytosanitary status of plants and plant products comply with the relevant minimum requirements. Knowledge of relevant legislation, international standards and agreements e.g. WTO-SPS, TBT and IPPC. Good communication, problem-solving, interpersonal relations, conflict handling, planning and organising skills. Computer literacy in MS Office software. A valid driver s licence and the ability to drive. DUTIES : Enforce the Acts, related legislation and international agreements to ensure that the sanitary and Phytosanitary status of plants and plant products comply with the relevant minimum requirements. This includes the independent planning and conducting of inspections and auditing of assignees respectively, and inspections include sampling, testing, surveys, investigations, detections and administrative tasks relating to these functions. The incumbent may be required to conduct inspection away from his/her station as well as overnight away from his/her station when necessary. Render service on short notice and after hours at or away from his/her station when necessary. ENQUIRIES : Ms R. Subban, Mr P. Pillay and Mr G. Tsako, tel. (031) , (041) and (021) APPLICATIONS : daff1@humanjobs.co.za or fax: