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EASTERN CAPE PARKS AND TOURISM AGENCY (ECPTA)
 



​CONSERVATION MANAGER 
CENTRE  BAVIAANSKLOOF NATURE RESERVE 
BAND: C UPPER 
 
Purpose
The Conservation Manager will manage the biodiversity, heritage and protection of the reserve through goal orientated management that is aligned with the conservation objectives of the protected area. 
 
Requirements 
  • 3 (three) year’s tertiary qualification in Nature Conservation / Environmental Management or NQF Level 6 in a relevant qualification. 
  • 5 (five) years’ experience with an emphasis on Conservation Management 
  • 5 (five) years’ experience in endangered species protection and security 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and GIS 
  • Registered as an Environmental Management Inspector 
  • Firearm Competency Certificate 
  • Driver Licence Code 8 
  • No Criminal Record 
 
Key Performance Areas 
  • Financial Management: Facilitate the Procurement specialist goods in accordance with SCM Policy. 
  • People Management: Manage the performance of subordinate staff. 
  • Biodiversity and Heritage Management: Provide specialist input towards Develop of subsidiary plans to offset risk to biodiversity. 
  • Law Enforcement: Assist with the identification of thresholds of potential concern and develop mitigation methods. 
  • Stakeholder Management: Participate in Liaison Forums to discuss management issues. 
  • Strategic Management: Assist in the implantation of Species Management Plans for priority species.





NB: In line with the Employment Equity Policy of the Eastern Cape Parks & Tourism Agency, preference will be given to suitable candidates from the designated groups. (Where applicable) 
 
Closing Date: 22nd September 2024 
 
Please forward your application to: 
1) recruitment2@ecpta.co.za, please specify the position you are applying for. 
2) Please submit a comprehensive CV. Applications received after the closing date and/or those submitted to an address not listed above will not be considered. 
3) If you do not receive a response within 30 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful. 
 
The ECPTA reserves the right not to fill any advertised position.


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