Deputy Director: Monitoring & Surveillance
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment · Cape Town, South Africa
Closes 23 November
- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Salary
- R1 101 468 per year
- Posted
- 7 November 2026
- Closing date
- 23 November 2026
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REF NO: FIM36/2026 REQUIREMENTS: National Diploma (NQF6) in Natural Science, Law Enforcement or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Law Enforcement, administration and management or relevant field of which three (3) years should be at an entry/junior managerial level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). Knowledge of the National Constitution, MLRA and Regulations (Act 18/98), South African Maritime Safety Authority Act: Act 5 of 1998, Environmental Management Act. Knowledge of International Agreements and Conventions UNCLOS, SADC and Regional Fisheries Management Organisations CCAMLR, IOTC, ICCAT, CCSBT. Skills: Project Management, Conflict resolution and Communication skills (written and verbal). Leadership skills (visionary/ operational), Planning and Execution skills and Delegations and empowerment. Ability to work long hours voluntarily. Be able to gather and analyse information, Ability to develop and apply policies. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Ability to work with difficult persons and resolve conflict. Ability to work independently and in a team. Supervisory experience. Must have a valid driving license. DUTIES: Manage, plan, coordinate and execute compliance and enforcement measures. Ensure the selection of targeted right holders to be investigated in the 6 key fisheries sectors. Ensure proper reporting on complete investigations to the Chief Directorate. Manage land, sea and air boarder inspections to promote awareness and compliance with the Marine Living Resources Act (MLRA). Identify priority sea, land and ports of entry and exits. Create awareness and sensitize stakeholders and role- players toward the protect ion and sustainable use of marine living resources. Manage, plan, coordinate and execute compliance and enforcement measures through the execution of anti- poaching operations. Also consult with relevant role-players and stakeholders to facilitate proper pl anning of operations. Ensure and facilitate logistical arrangements, submissions and approvals. Ensure proper reporting. Manage enforcement efforts and reporting. Ensure that cases and J534 fines in terms of infringements of the Marine Living Resources Act (MLRA) and other relevant marine related legislations are documented correctly. Intervene in matters/ cases of National and International importance by providing enforcement expertise and support. SALARY: R1 101 468 per annum, (all-inclusive package) CENTRE: Cape Town ENQUIRIES: Mr M Dlulane at 071 605 2201
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