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FIELD RANGER (LEVEL 4) - KOGELBERG NATURE RESERVE COMPLEX - OUDEBOSCH
CapeNature
Kleinmond, Western Cape
Permanent
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Closing Date 10 July 2024
 
Job Details
Division: Conservation Operations
Business Unit: Landscape Central
Minimum experience: Entry Level
Company primary industry: Environmental Services
Job functional area: Operations
Salary: R224 688 - R224 688 per annum
 
Job Description
CapeNature seeks to appoint a dynamic individual to assist with reserve operations, integrated catchment management, ecological data collection and monitoring, law enforcement and compliance, eco-tourism management, and infrastructure and equipment maintenance at Kogelberg Nature Reserve Complex - Oudebosch



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RESPONSIBILITIES:
KRA 1: Support the implementation of targeted ecosystem conservation and restoration initiatives to enhance biodiversity resilience.
  • Assist with Integrated Work Plans and IAPO planning, implementation, tracking and reporting.
  • Assist the implementation of ICM and NRM projects (quality control and assurance).
  • Implement ecological matrix and priority projects for the greater Kogelberg Complex.
  • Participate in any disaster management responses at a local level including fires, flooding, oil spills, disease monitoring, and surveillance.
 
KRA 2: Support landscape conservation and stewardship in ways that address biodiversity loss.
  • Support the implementation of the priority species conservation plans and/or initiatives.
  • Support the maintenance of functional partnerships to address biodiversity loss.
  • Implement the biodiversity legal mandate through compliance and enforcement actions.
  • Participate and contribute to Environmental Awareness, Education and Capacity building interventions.
 
KRA 3: Promote the biodiversity economy and enhance biodiversity access and sustainable use.
  • Support the implementation of job creation opportunities through the EPWP programme.
  • Ensure CapeNature tourism products are well managed and maintained/ensure infrastructure is fit for purpose.
  • Maintain and improve Infrastructure, equipment, and asset management processes.
 
KRA 4: Advocate for behavioural change and promote voluntary compliance.
  • Provide support to stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Respond to environmental criminal incidents (initial response and actions, investigation, operational planning, and reporting)
  • Conduct compliance inspections to monitor access for Tourism and Non-Tourism User Groups (Contractors, Researchers, and Project Partners).
  • Implementation of the Integrated Compliance Plan on and Off Reserve and carry out law enforcement patrols.
  • Act as an Ecological Control Officer for Film crews and production teams.
 
KRA 5: Assume accountability for ensuring performance, governance, and risk management.
  • Supervise the EPWP team, monitors, and volunteers.
  • Conduct regular infrastructure inspections and assist with maintenance and service of facilities.
  • Implement all relevant Occupational Health and Safety legislation, policies and standards and ensure adherence thereto.
  • Assist with risk assessments and quality assurance audits.
  • Participate in Reserve Management meetings.
 
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • National Diploma in Nature Conservation or National Certificate: Conservation Resource Guardianship (NQF level 2)
  • At least 2 years of job-related experience.
  • Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, QGIS)
  • A valid EB driver’s license.
  • Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
  • Knowledge and experience in ecological monitoring
  • Knowledge and experience in Fire Fighting
  • Crew Boss level or higher qualification.
  • No criminal record.
 
RECOMMENDATIONS:
  • Possession of a valid Peace Officer’s certificate
  • Appointed Fisheries Control Officer
  • Appointed as EMI Grade 5
  • ICS100 / 200 course
  • Project management
 
COMPETENCIES:
  • Willingness to work irregular hours, after-hours, and perform stand-by duties.
  • Thorough working knowledge of QGIS software.
  • Good written, verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills in English.
  • Physical fitness to be able to perform strenuous activities.
  • Ability to work in integrated teams.
  • Analytical/technical mindset.
  • Administration skills.
  • Inter-personal skills
  • Problem-solving skills
 
Kindly Note: Only suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
 
Closing date:  10 July 2024
 
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