Deputy Director: Cabinet And Cluster Coordination
Department
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Location
Pretoria, Gauteng
Salary
R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Closing date
19 Oct 2026
Reference number
ODG07/2026
How to apply
- Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number ODG07/2026.
- Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
- Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
- Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 19 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.
Requirements
National Diploma (NQF6) in Public Administration/ Management, Development Studies or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Cluster Coordination, Intergovernmental Relations/Secretarial or relevant field of which three (3) years should be at entry /junior management level (Assistant Director level or equivalent). Knowledge of government planning, monitoring and decision-making frameworks, Government policies and prescripts, Department procedures, programmes and priorities; environmental and development issues; work of Government planning and reporting mechanisms. Extensive understanding of Government Cabinet systems and protocols (FOSAD and Ministerial Clusters, Cabinet and its Committees). Ability to work independently and over extended hours, gather and analyse information, work under extreme pressure and resolve conflict. The successfu
Duties
Provide effective Cluster support and coordination by coordinating Departmental participation in DG and Ministerial Cluster engagements; facilitating the internal processing of Cabinet memoranda through relevant Cluster processes; coordinating inputs, documentation, representative arrangements and presentations; liaising with relevant branches and external Cluster Secretariats; and reviewing Cluster reports, minutes and outcomes for matters with implications for the Department. Coordinate support for executive engagements in Cabinet and Cluster processes by reviewing relevant documentation, coordinating and quality assuring branch inputs, preparing briefing notes and introductory remarks, and ensuring the timely submission of related material. Provide effective Cabinet support and coordination by reviewing Cabinet memoranda and supporting documentation for compliance with applicable guid
Enquiries
Mr S Starke Tel No: (012) 399 9032
How to apply
Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 35 of 2026.
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