Project Manager: Knp Centenary Anniversary
3 days ago
SANParks is responsible for the management of the iconic Kruger National Park (KNP), which was established as a National Park in May 1926. KNP is the largest national park in South Africa and is one of the most biodiverse national parks globally. In 2026, KNP will be celebrating its 100th anniversary.
**Location**:
KRUGER NATIONAL PARK
**Requirements**:
- Master’s Degree qualification in business or social science field or similar (PhD will be an advantage).
- At least 15 years of proven experience in the project management of large-scale ecotourism projects, destination marketing and/or management of a public sector institution.
- Knowledge of conservation, tourism, and sustainable development policies
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong stakeholder management and reporting skills.
**Responsibilities**:
Strategic Planning & Coordination:
- Develop a comprehensive KNP Centenary Action Plan, including objectives, themes, timeline, and milestones.
Branding, Marketing & Communications:
- Review SANParks’s current brand identity aligned to achieving the Vision 2040 objectives.
Product Development & Investment Promotion:
- Review of existing tourism products and infrastructure within KNP aimed at enhancing visitor experiences. The review should inform the investment promotion strategy.
Resource Mobilisation Internal Coordination and Capacity Building:
- Work closely with SANParks Resource mobilisation team, KNP’s project management team, finance, communications, and conservation departments to ensure alignment and readiness for fundraising activities.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Design and implement a stakeholder engagement plan targeting government, traditional leaders, communities, NGOs, academic institutions, tourism bodies, and the private sector, among others.
Monitoring, Reporting & Legacy Planning:
- Design a monitoring and evaluation framework for centenary activities.
**Please Note**:
SANParks is an equal employer, preference will be given to people with disabilities.
**Salary**:
R1 795 710 - R2 693 565
**How To Apply**:
**Documents Required**:
- Copies of qualifications
- Detailed resume outlining relevant experience in ecotourism, destination marketing and management of a public sector institution.
- Proposal outlining methodology and timeframes to achieve the outputs in the scope of work.
**Closing Date**:
23 August 2025
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