SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)

 

 

 

SENIOR MANAGER: CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT (CAPE REGION)

 

The Organisation requires the services of a suitably qualified, experienced, and dynamic individual for the position of Senior Manager: Conservation Management within the Cape Region. This position will report directly to the Regional General Manager: Cape Region and will be based at the Cape Regional Offices, Mount Pleasant, Cape Town.

 

Requirements

  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Nature Conservation, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, or related field.
  • A postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 8 will be advantageous.
  • 6–8 years’ experience in Conservation Management and/or Protected Areas Management.
  • Minimum of 8 years’ senior management experience within a conservation or environmental management field.
  • Valid Code B Driver’s Licence.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Experience in Fire Management.
  • Appointment as Environmental Management Inspector (EMI) and Peace Officer will be advantageous.
  • Firearm competency certification will be advantageous.
  • Must be physically fit.

 

Knowledge & Skills Required

  • Good communication & Conflict resolution.
  • Leadership Skills.
  • People development and empowerment.
  • Programme and project management.
  • Financial management for projects.
  • Change management.
  • Problem solving and analysis.

 

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight of conservation management, biodiversity protection, environmental compliance, and protected area governance within the Cape Region.
  • Lead and coordinate integrated conservation operations, including ecosystem management, wildlife management, invasive species control, wilderness protection, and environmental monitoring.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, biodiversity, labour, safety, and governance legislation, policies, and standards.
  • Oversee conservation planning, Environmental Management Programmes (EMPs), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), and ecological sustainability initiatives.
  • Manage law enforcement support, territorial integrity, conservation risk management, incident coordination, and environmental compliance reporting.
  • Lead, develop, and manage multidisciplinary conservation teams, including workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and organisational capability development.
  • Provide strategic financial oversight, including budgeting, expenditure control, resource allocation, and compliance with PFMA and Supply Chain Management requirements.
  • Build and maintain strategic stakeholder relationships with government institutions, conservation agencies, NGOs, tourism stakeholders, community structures, and strategic partners.
  • Negotiate and oversee co-management and contractual conservation agreements and represent the organisation in relevant conservation and governance forums.

 

 

 

 

 

Please Note

The remuneration package includes an all -inclusive Cost to Company salary based on salary scale of Grade D5.

SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Applicants in possession of foreign qualification are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).

 

Paterson Grade D5

 

How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Documents Required

Only interested persons who meet the above stated requirement should apply using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/ZF3L1iGiCc

 

Supporting Documents such as Detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID and other relevant documents must be emailed to WCNP.vacancies@sanparks.org using reference number SNRCONS/05/2025 in subject line. Application that does not meet the requirements will not be considered.

 

For enquiries: Contact Brenda Mbem on Tel: 021 659 1704.

 

Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.

 

Closing Date 08 June 2026