Park Conservation Manager

1 week ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa South African National Parks Full time

Job Title: Park Conservation Manager

About the Role:

  • We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Park Conservation Manager to join our team at South African National Parks.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that environmental ethics with regard to the protection and conservation of natural and cultural resources are upheld within the park.
  • This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong leadership and management skills, as well as a deep understanding of conservation principles and practices.

Responsibilities:

  • To plan and execute environmental conservation management in line with the SANParks Annual Performance Plan.
  • To ensure the ecological integrity of the park in line with the SANParks mission and vision, all other relevant legislation, as well as the Park Management Plan, policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • To contribute towards an improved representative conservation estate of the area by applying prescribed burning for ecological enhancement, managing fire risks, and promoting fire awareness to visitors and the general public on the periphery of the park.
  • To effectively manage ecosystems, species, and cultural heritage assets.
  • To create diversified and enhanced tourism opportunities and experiences in terms of providing a fire-safe environment for visitors and tourists.
  • To optimize contributions to the green economy by implementing community-based socio-economic initiatives.
  • To enhance Stakeholder Engagement by promoting close cooperation with neighbouring communities and other role-players as part of constituency building and economic empowerment within the region.
  • To positively lead, manage, and develop the Human Capital of the Section and encourage participatory management.
  • To manage, plan, coordinate, and conduct effective anti-crime operations by effective use of available intelligence, manpower, and equipment on a continued reactive and pro-active basis.
  • To facilitate the development and management of a contractual park or any co-management agreement in the park, in collaboration with other departments.
  • To perform a wide range of duties in different fields of conservation and people management within a broader regional context.
  • To develop and implement an annual plan of operations according to scientific systems and the annual performance plan.
  • To apply accountable corporate governance, and financial sustainability, as well as to ensure a conducive working environment.

Requirements:

  • A National Diploma in Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification is essential.
  • A minimum of 5 years of work experience in conservation management, 3 years of Ranger or fire team supervision, with specific experience in fire suppression, direct attack, prescribed burning, and fuel reduction burns is required.
  • Basic firefighting (Wildlands) certification is necessary.
  • Divisional Supervisor Training, IC Type 5, Basic course module in fire behaviour, Code 8, and Environmental Management Inspector experience are desirable.
  • Knowledge and application of Environmental Law, conflict management, problem resolution, computer literacy, experience in drawing up and controlling budgets, understanding of SANParks Regulations and Code of Conduct, and knowledge of National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act are also essential.

Salary and Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary package, including a base salary of R1,200,000 - R1,500,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, pension fund, and annual leave.

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