Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Salary band
R 487 197
Closing date
14 September 2026
Reference
CMS-CT07/2026
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Department
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Location
Cape Town
Salary
R487 197 per annum
Requirements
National Diploma (NQF 6) in Human Resource Management/ Human Resource Development/ Public Management/ Industrial Psychology or within the related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Performance Management for Senior Management Services (SMS) and below Senior Management Services (Non-SMS), MS Teams and Word. 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 SMS handbook. Incentive Framework; Public Service Regulation as amended, Public Service Act as amended, Collective Agreements, DPSA directives and other Human Resource Prescripts. Knowledge of administrative procedures, and project management. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Experience in PERSAL system. Knowledge of Financial Administration skills, Supervisory skills, Planning and organizing, Communication skills both verbal and written, and problem-solving skills, Computer literacy Skills that would include a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, Presentation skills, Accuracy, thoroughness, and ability to detect errors, Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines, good working interpersonal skills, Customer service orientation, and flexibility. Ability to work under pressure, Ability to delegate, Ability to establish controls and monitor tasks. PERSAL Certificate; a valid Driver’s license will serve as an advantage.
Duties
Coordinate the submission of Performance Agreements for SMS and non-SMS members. Coordinate Mid-term and annual performance moderations for SMS and non-SMS. Ensure compliance with the submission of Performance Management documents, such as Performance Agreements, Assessments & Probations reports, etc. Facilitate and monitor the implementation of pay progression and merit awards. Coordinate implementation of OSD and incentive framework directives. Ensure proper implementation of Grade & Accelerated Progression for OSD &Non-OSD. Coordinate the management of probation for SMS & non-SMS members. Update PMDS online system for SMS and Non-SMS. Oversee performance management database and ensure alignment with PERSAL information. Quality check PMDS documents in line with SMS handbook and PMDS Directives. Facilitate PMDS training and empower of line managers and staff members for proper facilitation of 19 evaluations to improve the system. Manage dispute resolution or disagreement processes emanating from Performance Agreements, Mid-term assessment, Annual assessment, and probation reports for SMS and Non-SMS. Monitor poor performance improvement plans, dispute resolution, and update databases for SMS and Non-SMS.
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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.
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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.
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