Administration Clerk Jobs at the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is inviting applications for Administration Clerk positions within the State Forest Management unit. These entry level government jobs offer an opportunity to work within one of South Africa’s key environmental departments while gaining valuable administrative experience. The positions are open to candidates who have completed Grade 12 and are interested in supporting forest management operations through administrative and clerical duties. The department aims to recruit motivated individuals who can contribute to efficient office operations and support environmental management across different provinces.

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment operates as an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. The department encourages applications from individuals within designated groups in line with its employment equity plan. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful applicants will join a professional government environment focused on service delivery, accountability, and responsible environmental management. These roles provide stable employment while allowing employees to gain practical administrative experience in the public sector.

Available Administration Clerk Positions

The department is currently recruiting four Administration Clerks to support State Forest Management operations across different provinces. These positions are distributed as follows:

• Limpopo – Reference Number FOM32/2026 (2 positions)
• KwaZulu-Natal – Reference Number FOM33/2026 (1 position)
• Mpumalanga – Reference Number FOM34/2026 (1 position)

The positions offer an annual salary of R228 321 and provide the opportunity to work within government structures responsible for environmental conservation and forest management. Employees will support daily administrative operations that ensure forestry programs and regional offices function efficiently.

Role Purpose and Overview

The Administration Clerk position focuses on providing essential clerical and administrative support within the State Forest Management component. Clerks assist with maintaining records, organizing documentation, coordinating communication, and supporting procurement and logistical activities. The role plays a key part in maintaining organized office operations while ensuring that information and resources are properly managed.

Employees in this role interact with internal staff, management teams, and external stakeholders. They help maintain the flow of information and ensure that office procedures align with government regulations and policies.

Key Administrative Responsibilities

Administration Clerks are responsible for a wide range of clerical and administrative duties that support daily office operations. These responsibilities include:

• Recording, organizing, storing, and retrieving correspondence and official information
• Updating administrative registers and maintaining documentation
• Responding to routine enquiries and managing email communication
• Distributing documents and packages to relevant stakeholders
• Maintaining filing systems and document registers
• Typing official correspondence and administrative documents when required

These duties ensure that departmental documentation remains organized and accessible while supporting efficient communication across different units.

Supply Chain and Procurement Support

The Administration Clerk also assists with procurement and supply chain administration within the department. These responsibilities help ensure that office resources and supplies are properly managed.

Key procurement related duties include:

• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders regarding the procurement of goods and services
• Obtaining quotations for office supplies and services
• Completing procurement documentation for standard office purchases
• Maintaining asset registers for departmental equipment and resources

Through these tasks, clerks help ensure that procurement procedures follow government policies and that office assets are properly recorded.

Financial and Logistical Administration

The role also includes responsibilities related to financial administration and logistical support. Clerks assist in managing operational records that support staff activities and office functioning.

These duties include:

• Maintaining leave registers, attendance records, and personnel documentation
• Facilitating travel and accommodation bookings for departmental staff
• Capturing and updating expenditure records
• Verifying travel and subsistence claims before submission for approval
• Managing vehicle documentation and telephone accounts
• Handling petty cash transactions for estate and regional offices

These tasks help ensure that financial records remain accurate and that logistical arrangements are handled efficiently.

Minimum Requirements for Applicants

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to qualify for the Administration Clerk positions:

• Grade 12 certificate at NQF level
• No previous work experience required

Although experience is not required, applicants should have basic knowledge of public service regulations and the Public Finance Management Act. Understanding procurement processes, planning tasks effectively, and demonstrating strong communication skills will strengthen an application.

Candidates should also possess the following competencies:

• Good computer literacy
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a team
• Good interpersonal skills and professionalism
• Ability to handle pressure and resolve conflicts
• Strong work ethic and initiative

These skills help ensure that employees can perform effectively in a busy administrative environment within the public sector.

Recruitment and Screening Process

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment conducts a thorough recruitment process to ensure that suitable candidates are selected. Shortlisted candidates will undergo several verification and screening procedures.

These may include:

• Criminal record verification
• Citizenship verification
• Credit checks
• Employment reference checks
• Qualification verification

Candidates may also be required to participate in interviews and technical assessments to evaluate their suitability for the role.

Application Process

All applications must be submitted online through the official Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment recruitment portal. Applicants must complete all sections of the online application form and upload a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of their qualifications, identity document, and other supporting documents before interviews.

Applications close on 25 March 2026 at 16:00. Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful. The department also reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions if necessary.

Candidates interested in applying for the Administration Clerk positions can access the official vacancy information and submit their applications here: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/online/#/browseJobs