DESTEA Recruitment Drive: Multiple Vacancies Available

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The Free State Department of Small Business Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (DESTEA) invites applications for various challenging and rewarding positions. Candidates who are qualified, motivated, and seeking to contribute to the province’s economic transformation and environmental sustainability are encouraged to apply.

RISK MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER

Ref No: DESTEA 21/08/25
Salary: R468,459 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management / Internal Audit or related field.
  • 3 – 5 years’ experience in Risk Management processes.
  • Computer literacy.
  • A valid driver’s license.
Duties:
  • Assist with the development and implementation of the departmental Risk Management Strategy, Management Policy and Plan.
  • Assist with the development of Risk Management processes to ensure compliance with the Risk Management Framework.
  • Maintain and update risk registers to determine the effectiveness of Risk Management progress.
  • Assist with promoting a risk management culture and capacity in the department.
  • Assist with reviewing implementation of Risk Management processes for compliance.
  • Coordinate Risk Committee meetings and draft quarterly Risk Committee reports.
  • Implement Risk Management processes to ensure compliance to the Risk Management Plan.
Enquiries:

Ms C Mahlaba at (076) 093 1822

Applications:

Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment2@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number in the subject line.

PLANNING ADVISOR: ECONOMIC STRATEGIC PLANNING

Ref No: DESTEA 22/08/25
Salary: R468,459 per annum (Level 09)
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Economics/ Business Economics as recognised by SAQA.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Economic Planning environment.
  • Computer literacy.
  • A valid driver’s license.
Duties:
  • Align economic policies to Provincial priorities.
  • Align Local Economic Development (LED) Strategies with the Free State Growth and Development Strategy (FSGDS).
  • Ensure implementation of the Free State Economic Reconstruction and Recovery Plan at local municipalities.
  • Ensure intervention programs are adaptive to economic changes.
  • Facilitate capacity building through District and Provincial LED Forums.
  • Support municipalities with Ease of Doing Business plans.
  • Develop and maintain intersectoral liaison strategies.
  • Facilitate LED strategy reviews at municipalities.
  • Provide guidance on Integrated Development Plans (IDPs).
  • Contribute to policy development; manage expenditure, assets, and resources in line with policies.
  • Manage human, asset and financial resources of the division.
Enquiries:

Mr. T. Lekutle at (071) 604 9048

Applications:

Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment2@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.

BIODIVERSITY OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: BIODIVERSITY COMPLIANCE AND MONITORING (X2 POSTS)

Ref Nos: DESTEA 23/08/25 (Bloemfontein) / DESTEA 24/08/25 (Thabo-Mofutsanyana)
Salary: R343,842 per annum (OSD) – Salary determined by regulatory framework
Centre: Bloemfontein or Thabo-Mofutsanyana

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in Conservation, Wildlife, Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Law.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation: National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, 2004 (NEMBA) and other biodiversity conservation policies.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Experience in investigations is an advantage.
Duties:
  • Conduct proactive compliance monitoring: verify adherence to environmental requirements, review permit conditions, site inspections, prepare reports.
  • Conduct sector compliance inspections; provide inputs on compliance checklists, policies, operational manuals.
  • Render reactive compliance monitoring: attend inspections for illegal activities or breach of conditions, investigate incidents, consult experts, analyze and recommend actions.
  • Conduct enforcement operations: drafting compliance notices, preparing dockets, court interdict applications, evidence in court, facilitate cooperative governance with agencies (SAPS, NPA, DWAF, Municipalities).
  • Participate in compliance promotion/awareness: promote environmental rights and justice, liaise with stakeholders, facilitate training and workshops.
  • Perform administrative functions: compile reports, control assets, update manuals and guidelines, comply with Public Service prescripts.
  • Manage Directorate resources: asset and financial.
Enquiries:

Mr. L. Garekoe at (082) 656 1917

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment3@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.
NB: Successful candidates must be willing to work long hours and travel extensively.

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: WASTE MANAGEMENT

Ref No: DESTEA 25/08/25
Salary: R343,842 per annum (OSD) – Salary determined by regulatory framework
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Natural/Physical Science/Environmental Management or related.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in waste management and pollution control.
  • Knowledge of NEM:WA and environmental legislation.
  • Good communication and report writing skills.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
Duties:
  • Implement environmental policies, legislation, protocols, regulations and guidelines.
  • Ensure responsible waste management in the province.
  • Promote and implement strategies for cleaner production technology.
  • Administer and enforce statutory obligations related to waste disposal facility permitting.
  • Perform administrative and related functions.
Enquiries:

Ms. NM Nkoe at (082) 040 4195

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment3@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.
NB: Will require long hours and travel.

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: COMPLIANCE MONITORING (X2 POSTS)

Ref No: DESTEA 26/08/25
Salary: R343,842 per annum (OSD) – Salary per regulatory framework
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Management, Geography or related.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in environmental management.
  • Knowledge of government regulations.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Experience in handling Section 24G application, EIA application and EAP Candidate registration with EAPASA is an advantage.
Duties:
  • Plan, coordinate and render compliance monitoring including inspections, audits, verification of reports, determining further actions.
  • Assist in enforcement activities including investigations, compilation of notices, directives.
  • Assist in deciding enforcement measures; promote cooperative governance with agencies such as NPA, SAPS, DWS, municipalities.
  • Participate in compliance promotion and workshops, support environmental education components and Environmental Management Committee.
  • Respond to emergency cases within legislated time frames.
Enquiries:

Ms. N Nkoe at (082) 974 3839

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment3@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.
NB: Will require long hours and extensive travel.

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT (EIA)

Ref No: DESTEA 27/08/25
Salary: R343,842 per annum (OSD) – Salary based on regulatory framework
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Natural/Physical Science, Environmental Science/Management or related field.
  • Minimum 1 year experience in environmental management.
  • Good communication and report writing skills.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Handling of at least 2 EIA applications and registration as at least an EAP Candidate with EAPASA is an advantage.
Duties:
  • Handle EIA applications.
  • Provide technical and procedural advice to stakeholders and applicants.
  • Attend Environmental Management Committee meetings.
  • Develop environmental advice notes to stakeholders.
  • Conduct site inspections; draft recommendations for environmental authorization.
  • Provide technical/procedural advice, compile and disseminate relevant environmental information.
  • Perform administrative functions essential to effective impact assessments.
Enquiries:

Ms. NM Nkoe at (082) 040 4195

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment3@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.

ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER PRODUCTION GRADE A: EDUCATION AND AWARENESS: FEZILE DABI

Ref No: DESTEA 28/08/25
Salary: R343,842 per annum (OSD) – Salary per regulatory framework
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Management, Natural Science or related field.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
Duties:
  • Promote Environmental Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
  • Implement environmental education programs in formal education structures including schools, SETA, ABET, higher education.
  • Identify and implement environmental capacity building programs for the general public and stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement community-based natural resource management and environmental action projects.
  • Initiate, monitor Environmental school programs and projects; provide technical support.
  • Promote community environmental awareness and education programs; liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Perform administrative and related functions.
Enquiries:

Ms. NM Nkoe at (082) 040 4195

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment3@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY PRACTITIONER

Ref No: DESTEA 29/08/25
Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, Occupational Hygiene, Safety Management, Environmental Health.
  • SAMTRAC Certificate essential.
  • At least 2 years’ experience managing SHERQ under Employee Health and Wellness Programme (EHWP).
  • Registration with EAPA-SA Professional Association.
  • Knowledge of EHWP Strategic Framework.
  • In-depth knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Act 85 of 1993.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
Duties:
  • Develop and ensure implementation of SHERQ Management including Occupational Health and Safety Act and policies.
  • Administer ISO Assessment Series Certification process including OHSAS 18001.
  • Conduct hazard identification, risk management, incident investigations.
  • Perform health and safety inspections ensuring compliance to standards.
  • Communicate safety-related matters to employees and stakeholders.
  • Ensure availability and maintenance of Occupational Health and Safety equipment.
  • Develop contingency, emergency, evacuation and fire drill plans.
  • Identify SHE hazards and risk trends and provide mitigation measures.
Enquiries:

Ms. B. Molefe at (072) 594 2857

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment3@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PRACTITIONER

Ref No: DESTEA 30/08/25
Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Organisational Development Management, Work-Study Management, Management Services, or HRM.
  • Good management skills including presentation and interviewing.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
Duties:
  • Develop and maintain organogram aligned to strategic plan.
  • Conduct business process re-engineering investigations.
  • Promote efficiency improvements.
  • Evaluate jobs across department and province.
  • Develop and assist in job description creation.
  • Undertake administrative functions as required.
Enquiries:

Mr. T Selemela at (082) 449 4690

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment4@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.

TRADE OFFICER: SERVICE CENTRES AND LED (PHUTHADITJHABA)

Ref No: DESTEA 31/08/25
Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Qwaqwa

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business Management or Management.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Advantageous to have knowledge of enterprise development sector prescripts.
  • Competencies: customer oriented, project management, financial and business acumen, team player, interpersonal skills, attention to detail.
Duties:
  • Identify intervention areas for the department and externally.
  • Provide strategic direction and business advisory to SMEs.
  • Link small businesses to markets, financial institutions, and business development service providers.
  • Monitor and evaluate business improvements.
  • Contribute to development or amendments of policies based on company visits.
  • Compile reports on business linkages and advisory.
  • Provide business development support.
Enquiries:

Ms. R. Booi at (082) 454 0131

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment4@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.

ASSET MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER

Ref No: DESTEA 32/08/25
Salary: R325,101 per annum (Level 07)
Centre: Bloemfontein

Requirements:
  • Appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or related field.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Computer literacy (Microsoft Excel and Word).
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Knowledge of LOGIS system and Supply Chain Management legislation advantageous.
Duties:
  • Execute periodic asset spot-checks and update manual and electronic asset records.
  • Mark all departmental assets with barcodes.
  • Investigate discrepancies found after physical verification.
  • Complete and capture LOG 4 forms to update asset records on LOGIS.
  • Ensure LOG 11 forms are completed before asset movements.
  • Open and maintain asset files as per approved filing systems.
  • Support stocktaking especially at chief-user level.
  • Fully capacitated in using relevant LOGIS selections to update records.
Enquiries:

Mr. J Motsetse at (079) 525 5111

Applications:

Send applications to recruitment4@destea.gov.za quoting the reference number.

APPLICATIONS
FOR ATTENTION: Head of Department: Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs.

NOTE: Quoting the reference number, applications must be forwarded to: The Head of Department: Economic, Small Business Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs Private Bag X20801, Bloemfontein, 9300 or delivered by hand at the Ground Floor Security Entrance, 113 St Andrews Building, St Andrew Street, Bloemfontein.

Attention to: Mesdames M Parkies, K Majafa, N Ramaebebe, Mr. T. Chaka

CLOSING DATE: 05 September 2025 at 16:00

Directions to applicants:

  • Applications must be submitted on a new Z.83 form. Applications submitted on old Z.83 forms will not be considered.
  • The Z.83 form is obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at www.dpsa.gov.za under vacancies.
  • Applications must be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only.
  • Separate application forms must be submitted for every vacancy applied for.
  • Applicants must complete the Z.83 form properly and in full.
  • Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered.
  • It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure that applications are posted or hand-delivered timeously.
  • Candidates with foreign qualifications and/or short course certificates must have them evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Proof of evaluation is required when shortlisted.
  • No emailed or faxed applications will be considered.

Additional Information:

  • If no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, applicants should consider their applications unsuccessful.
  • Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Requirements for SMS posts:

  • As per the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, all SMS post applicants from 1 April 2020 must have successfully completed the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG).
  • The course is available at the NSG as the certificate for entry into SMS. Details can be obtained at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training/course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/.
  • Successful candidates must provide proof of completion of the NSG Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme Certificate for SMS entry.
  • All shortlisted candidates, including SMS posts, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments: a practical exercise and an integrity (Ethical Conduct) assessment.
  • All shortlisted candidates will undergo screening and security vetting to determine suitability for employment and qualifications verification.
  • Successful candidates will be required to enter into a performance agreement and will be appointed on a 12-month probation period.
  • Following interviews and technical exercises, shortlisted SMS candidates will be recommended to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with DPSA directives.
  • Only shortlisted candidates are required to submit certified copies of their qualifications.
  • Emailed applications should not exceed 4MB; failure to comply will result in disqualification.

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