Officer: Science Liaison Cape Research Centre at South African National Parks

5 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hashtag Nonprofit NPC Full time R450 000 - R550 000 per year
  • South African National Parks (SANParks)

Officer: Science Liaison Cape Research Centre, Scientific Services

  • Deadline:

04 November 2025

  • Region:

Western Cape

  • Salary:

Paterson Grade C4

  • Type of employment:

Full time

Job Description
A vacancy currently exists for Officer: Science Liaison to be based in the Cape Research Centre. This role in Scientific Services provides support to external scientists and researchers to conduct biodiversity research within the national parks. This includes logistic, administrative guidance in the application process, general coordination between Scientific Services, Park Management, and the Researcher.

Location: Cape Research Centre (CRC), Tokai section of Table Mountain National Park.

The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with the Paterson C4 job grade, and allowances and benefits as specified in the Human Capital Management Tariff document and Conditions of Service of SANParks.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Facilitate and monitor the research project registration process for parks within the associated Scientific Services Research Unit.
  • Develop an approach to maximize organizational learning from research projects.
  • Take a leading role in SANParks emerging intellectual property debate.
  • Facilitate logistics (accommodation, access, decals, game guards). support to visiting researchers.
  • Ensure compliance of research processes with SANParks policy and alignment with organizational protocol.
  • Assist facilitation and organizational of scientific engagements i.e. workshops/symposia/webinar.
  • Submit quarterly reporting to the Conservation Services Division.
  • Archive final reports, data, and metadata.
  • Assists with preparations and smooth running of the Science Network Meeting and associated social media posts.
  • Interface between researchers and SANParks management, ensuring projects are compliant with legislation, aligned with organisational priorities, and supported logistically where feasible.
  • Science–Management Interface – Engage with park managers, section rangers, and researchers. Provide input to research strategy and committee meetings.

Qualifications And Requirements

  • NQF level 8 in Natural/Social Sciences/Environmental/Biophysical Science.
  • Understanding research design and methodologies.
  • Minimum 2 years ecological experience.
  • Biodiversity related legislation (NEMPAA,etc.)
  • Computer literacy, especially databases and spreadsheets.
  • Science communication and dissemination (blogs, infographics, visuals)
  • Communication skills.
  • Project management/administration experience.

How to apply

Persons who meet the above requirements can forward their electronic applications with subject: Officer: Science Liaison together with a Cover letter, CV and certified copies of their ID, relevant qualifications, driver's license) to:

Karabo Mashishi, Human Resource Officer: Conservation, Conservation Services, South African National Parks

Tel: Email:

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Candidates who have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date should consider their applications as unsuccessful.
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  • Date posted:

16 October 2025

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