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JOBS AT DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY, FISHERIES AND THE ENVIRONMENT

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Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Vacancies – March 2026

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals to fill the following vacant posts. These appointments support the department’s mandate to advance environmental sustainability, climate change governance, and sustainable livelihoods across South Africa.

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements and are committed to public service excellence are encouraged to apply.

Important Application Information

  • Closing Date: 16 March 2026 at 16:00

  • Employer: Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)

  • Employment Equity: DFFE is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with departmental employment equity targets. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applications must be submitted on the new signed Z83 application form, accompanied by a detailed CV only, combined into one PDF document. Applications that are late or do not comply with these requirements will not be considered.

Available Vacancies

1. Control Environmental Officer Grade A – UNFCCC

  • Reference Number: CCQA05/2026

  • Location: Pretoria

  • Salary: R612,480 per annum (OSD)

Minimum Requirements

  • Four-year Degree (NQF 8) in Natural or Environmental Sciences or a related field

  • Minimum of six (6) years’ post-qualification experience

  • In-depth knowledge of:

    • UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement

    • Enhanced Transparency Framework (ETF)

    • Monitoring, Reporting and Verification (MRV) Framework

    • Climate change policies, programmes, and international reporting obligations

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate South Africa’s international climate change reporting commitments

  • Provide technical guidance on transparency and MRV systems

  • Support and facilitate capacity-building initiatives

  • Monitor project funding, expenditure, and resource allocation

Application Email:
📧 CCAQ05-2026@dffe.gov.za

2. Assistant Director: Households Livelihoods (Greening and Livelihoods Implementation Support)

  • Reference Number: FOM27/2026

  • Location: Pretoria

  • Salary: R582,444 per annum

Minimum Requirements

  • National Diploma (NQF 6) in Forestry, Natural Sciences, or related field

  • At least three (3) years’ experience in forestry or environmental management

  • Knowledge of:

    • National Forests Act (NFA)

    • National Veld and Forest Fire Act (NVFFA)

    • Environmental legislation (NEMA, NEMBA)

    • Government administrative and financial systems

  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the National Arbor Month Campaign and Arbor City Awards

  • Implement International Day of Forests initiatives

  • Support the National Greening Programme

  • Facilitate partnerships with municipalities, NGOs, communities, and the private sector

  • Oversee livelihoods and household greening projects

  • Monitor, evaluate, and report on programme outcomes

Application Email:
📧 FOM27-2026@dffe.gov.za

Important Notes

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

  • Shortlisted candidates will undergo technical assessments, security vetting, and verification of qualifications and references

  • SMS-level appointments require completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme

  • Applicants not contacted within three months after the closing date should regard their applications as unsuccessful

Career Opportunities in Environmental Governance

These positions offer an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to national environmental governance, climate action, and community development initiatives.

Closing Date: 16 March 2026

 

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