Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment Deputy Director: Organisational Development Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

This is a significant leadership opportunity within the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, based in Pretoria. The department is seeking a skilled professional for the Deputy Director role in Organisational Development.

This pivotal position offers a substantial annual stipend of R932 292, reflecting the senior level of responsibility involved in shaping the department's structure and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will play a critical role in strategic planning, job evaluation, and change management initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

• A National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Management Services, Operations Management, Industrial Psychology, or an equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in organisational development or a related field.
• At least three (3) years of the required experience must be at an entry/junior managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent).
• Demonstrated knowledge of organisational development principles and procedures.
• Experience in strategic planning management.
• Understanding of Human Resource Management and Organisational Development legislations and regulatory frameworks.
• Knowledge of job evaluation grading systems and processes.
• Familiarity with the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations.
• Proven ability to develop and apply policies.
• Skills in project and change management.
• Knowledge of operational management frameworks and business process mapping.
• Ability to gather and analyse information effectively.
• Sound research, analytical, organising, planning, and presentation skills.
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and for extended hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage organisational alignment and maintain the establishment and structure of the department.
• Review and develop detailed organisational structures.
• Conduct research and study statutory documents to inform structural amendments.
• Manage and monitor job evaluation and job description processes.
• Facilitate and coordinate job evaluation of posts in line with Directorate plans.
• Facilitate the appointment and training of Job Evaluation panel members.
• Develop and align Job Evaluation plans, ensuring prioritisation for grading of posts (vacant, newly created).
• Facilitate the development of job descriptions.
• Develop and review Job Evaluation policy as necessary, including research, interviews, and benchmarking.
• Ensure facilitation and coordination of business process mapping and standard operating procedures.
• Manage the mapping of business processes for all services.
• Develop standard operating procedures for all services.
• Facilitate and coordinate change management interventions.
• Facilitate change management workshops for all affected stakeholders.
• Facilitate staff migration, matching, and placement resulting from structural changes.
• Facilitate the implementation of Organizational Functionality Assessments and associated action plans.
• Facilitate information sharing with all relevant stakeholders.

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit their applications online via the e-recruitment portal.

• Application Link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
• Complete all sections of the online Z83 form.
• Attach a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least three (3) contactable references.
• Application Deadline: 31 August 2026.