The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for vacancies based in Pretoria and QwaQwa. These opportunities are suitable for candidates with experience in organisational development, office administration, human resources, service benefits and cleaning services.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment |
| Closing Date | 31 August 2026 |
| Closing Time | 16:00 |
| Locations | Pretoria and QwaQwa |
| Application Method | Online application |
| Online Application Link | https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/ |
| Required Documents | Online Z83 and detailed CV with at least three contactable references |
| Late Applications | Not accepted |
| Source Link | https://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/documents/vacancies/2026/29/d.pdf |
Organizational Development Practitioner Ref No: CMS39/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Enquiries: Ms Z Mahotle, 012 399 8581
Requirements
Applicants must have a National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Management Services, Operations Management, Industrial Psychology or a relevant qualification as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have one year of experience in Organisational Development or a relevant field.
A PERSAL introduction certificate and Compensate-Evaluate system experience will be added advantages.
Applicants must have knowledge of and the ability to interpret Human Resources directives, guidelines and prescripts, especially around organisational design and job evaluation.
Applicants must understand work-study, organisational design, job evaluation processes, business process mapping and change management.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Applicants must have good interpersonal, research, analytical, organising, planning, presentation, coordination and stakeholder liaison skills.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is essential.
Applicants must be able to work long hours and under pressure.
Applicants must be able to work independently and in a team.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide support on organisational development investigations.
Duties include conducting preliminary analysis on existing functions and coordinating meetings with stakeholders.
The candidate will provide job evaluation support and compile job descriptions.
The role includes conducting job evaluation investigations and facilitating the review of job descriptions.
The successful candidate will maintain the job description database.
The candidate will provide support for business process mapping and development of standard operating procedures.
The role includes supporting change management interventions in line with organisational development investigations.
The successful candidate will support the coordination of change management workshops for affected stakeholders.
The candidate will support migration, matching and placement of staff resulting from structure and job evaluation changes.
The role also includes administrative support for job evaluation and organisational development functions, meeting logistics and secretariat support.
Office Administrator II: Governance and Executive Support Ref No: ODG04/2026
Salary: R338 106 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Enquiries: Ms Z Maistry, 012 399 9117
Requirements
Applicants must have a National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Public Management, Office Management, Business Management or a relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
Applicants must have at least one year of experience in executive support and office administration functions.
Applicants must have good interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, decision-making, analytical and organising skills.
Good computer literacy is required, including knowledge of MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, Outlook and the internet.
Applicants must have good administration, diary management, document management, email and telephone screening skills.
Understanding of public service systems and procedures will serve as an advantage.
Applicants must be able to work under pressure and independently with limited supervision.
Applicants must be willing to work after hours when required.
Duties
The successful candidate will render efficient secretarial support.
Duties include providing efficient and effective administrative support.
The candidate will provide logistical support.
The role includes providing financial administration services management.
The successful candidate will provide document management support.
The candidate will provide client liaison support.
The role includes managing and maintaining the leave register.
The successful candidate will perform other administrative-related functions as required.
Human Resource Officer Ref No: CMS40/2026
Salary: R237 453 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Enquiries: Ms D Ndlovu, 012 399 8643
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 12 Certificate.
A post-matric qualification and experience in service conditions and benefits will be added advantages.
A PERSAL introduction certificate will serve as an added advantage.
Applicants must have knowledge of Human Resource Management legislation and the regulatory framework, including the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, HR policies and procedures, and Batho Pele principles.
Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Applicants must have good interpersonal relations, organising and planning skills.
Applicants must be able to work individually and in a team.
Duties
The successful candidate will process service benefits transactions.
Duties include leave of absence, allowances, medical assistance, long service recognition, pension, resettlement, service termination and injury on duty.
The candidate will provide advice and guidance to clients regarding service benefits.
The role includes compiling and maintaining databases on matters relating to service benefits and conditions.
The successful candidate will respond to client enquiries.
Housekeeping Executive Ref No: CMS37/2026 and CMS38/2026
Number of Posts: 3
Salary: R144 024 per annum
Centres: Pretoria, Ref No: CMS37/2026, 2 posts; QwaQwa, Ref No: CMS38/2026, 1 post
Enquiries: Ms N Molepo, 012 399 8886
Requirements
Applicants must have a Grade 9 or ABET Level 2 Certificate.
Experience in rendering cleaning services will be an added advantage.
Applicants must understand one of the official languages used in the Department.
Applicants must be able to work individually and in a team.
Good interpersonal relations and communication skills are required.
Applicants must have sound organising and planning skills.
Applicants must have a sense of responsibility and loyalty.
Applicants must be able to work long hours voluntarily.
Duties
The successful candidates will provide cleaning services in the Department.
Duties include cleaning offices, boardrooms, kitchens and passages.
The candidates will clean computer printers and cabinets.
The role includes providing support for meetings in the Department.
The successful candidates will wash cups, fill water bottles, remove waste and dispose of waste in the main dustbin.
The candidates will handle cleaning material and use cleaning materials and equipment in a prescribed manner.
The role includes preparing tea and water for meetings and removing and washing cups after meetings.
The successful candidates will maintain and update stock levels.
The candidates will keep stock lists for cutlery, crockery, cleaning equipment and beverage refills.
The role includes receiving and packing stock and reporting faults, loss and breakage of utensils or equipment.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment e-Recruitment portal.
To apply and access more details, visit the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment online recruitment portal.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 31 August 2026 at 16:00.
No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants must complete all sections of the online Z83.
Applicants must attach a detailed CV with at least three contactable references.
Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s licence on or before the day of the interview.
Applicants with foreign qualifications are responsible for having them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority.
The Department is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Preference may be given to appointable applicants from 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.
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting, including criminal record checks, citizenship status checks, creditworthiness checks, previous employment reference checks and qualification verification.
Shortlisted candidates must be available at the Department’s convenience.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, will undertake two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
Persons appointed will be subjected to security clearance, signing of a performance agreement and signing of an employment contract.
The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Applicants who are not contacted within three months after the closing date should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
By submitting the employment application form, applicants consent to the processing of their personal information by the Department for recruitment purposes in line with POPIA.