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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Salary band

R 487 197

Closing date

14 September 2026

Reference

CFO30/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R487 197 per annum

Requirements

National Diploma (NQF 6) in Public Administration or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Administration or relevant field. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Knowledge of Strategic coordination/ planning; Business planning; Report/professional writing; Business process management. Knowledge of Risk management Audit procedures. Skills: Organising skills; Facilitation skills; Communication skills (Verbal and Written). Computer literacy. Ability to communicate with ministries, senior management, officials and the public in a professional manner. Ability to work individually and in a team. Good interpersonal relations. Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict. Knowledge of Public Service and Departmental procedures and prescripts. Service orientated Self supervision, ability to protect the confidentiality of documents. A highly developed sense of honesty.

Duties

Provide strategic planning and reporting support. Provide document management support (preparation of documents packs, filing, recording). Provide administration support services. Coordinate branch meetings and do follow-up as well as management of all administrative issues. Ensure coordination, consolidation and implementation of actions emanating for the Executive Management meetings. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Provide support on the coordination of parliamentary questions and queries/referrals, as well as stakeholder engagements. Receive all Cabinet documents. Coordinate the processing of all logistical documentation in the Chief Financial Officer’s office i.e travel request; S&T, cellphone claims, 3G. Provide budget, expenditure and procurement administration support. Assist in ensuring compliance in document management in the office of the Chief Financial Officer. Provide support in coordination and consolidation of the branch inputs into strategic, business plans, and Annual Performance Plans (APPs). Provide support in the coordination and consolidation of monthly, quarterly, bi-annal and annual, oversight reports.

Enquiries

Ms T Malebadi Tel No: (012) 399 9037

Closing Date

2026-09-14T16:00:00+02:00

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·National Diploma (NQF 6) in Public Administration or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA
  • ·A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Administration or relevant field
  • ·All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments
  • ·One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment
  • ·Knowledge of Strategic coordination/ planning
  • ·Business planning
  • ·Report/professional writing
  • ·Business process management
  • ·Knowledge of Risk management Audit procedures
  • ·Skills: Organising skills

Key Duties

  • ·Provide strategic planning and reporting support
  • ·Provide document management support (preparation of documents packs, filing, recording)
  • ·Provide administration support services
  • ·Coordinate branch meetings and do follow-up as well as management of all administrative issues
  • ·Ensure coordination, consolidation and implementation of actions emanating for the Executive Management meetings
  • ·Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
  • ·Provide support on the coordination of parliamentary questions and queries/referrals, as well as stakeholder engagements
  • ·Receive all Cabinet documents
  • ·Coordinate the processing of all logistical documentation in the Chief Financial Officer’s office i
  • ·e travel request

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Check the advert before attaching ID or qualification copies. Supporting documents may be requested only from shortlisted candidates.
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to ddsbdrecruit77@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION position at Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment from your Gmail account. The closing date is 14 September 2026.

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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION application close?+

The closing date for this position is 14 September 2026. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.