Senior Forestry Development Officer

📝 About the role

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment needs a Senior Forestry Development Officer in Kimberley. You would support community forestry projects and forestry extension work. Level 8 post.

✅ Key duties

• Provide technical advice and support in terms of greening programs or initiatives for institutional development
• Render support on the implementation of livelihood development programs or projects
• Render support on the implementation of forestry enterprise development initiatives
• Ensure the implementation of Substantiable Forest Management in line with National Forest Act and National Veld and Forest Fire Act
• Proactive mitigation of audit risk, develop and implement interventions
• Stakeholder Liaison within the Province

🎓 Requirements

• National Diploma (NQF6) in Forestry / Development Studies or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of two (2) years ‘experience in Forestry Development and Foresty extension or related field
• Knowledge of the National Forest Act 1998 (Act 84 of 1998) the National Veld and Forest Fire Act, 1996(Act 101 of 1996), PFMA and other related environmental legislations
• Good presentation skills, excellent verbal and written communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, programme and project management
• Good interpersonal relations, and negotiation skills
• Computer skills MS Office Software
• A valid driving license and must be willing to travel extensively

🎁 Benefits

• Public service benefits (medical aid, housing allowance, pension) where applicable