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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)
 
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PROJECT MANAGER - BIODIVERSITY SOCIAL PROJECTS UNIT (TSITSIKAMMA)
Park: Garden Route National Park
 
Description:
The above position is a fixed-term contract position up to 31 March 2024 renewable on mutual agreement. This position is on a C4 Paterson Salary Band total remuneration package of R 26 828.94 as the incumbent will stay outside the park. The incumbent will also receive a Tool of Trade allowance of R4 313.97 (must be a suitable vehicle) pending approval as per SANParks Delegation Framework.
 
Requirements:
  • National diploma in Conservation or Environmental Management
  • Minimum 2 years of project management experience
  • 1 to 2 years of experience in invasive alien plant clearing is essential for this position
  • 1 to 2 years of experience in health and safety management and compliance
  • Computer literacy in MS office packages
  • Code B driver's license
 
Responsibilities:
  • Operational planning and assisting with strategic planning for the project
  • Managing the projects according to organisational standards
  • Managing human resources and logistics within the project
  • Management of administrative and financial processes of the project
  • Communication and liaison with stakeholders
  • Compilation of weekly and monthly reports
  • Monthly SHEQ compliance and reporting
  • Conduct self-assessments and prepare project audits
  • Ensure mapping and data recording for the project linked to activities
  • Ensure all relevant data is captured for the project
 
 
Interested parties are requested to send the following:
  1. Updated CV
  2. Proof of qualifications acquired plus driver's license
  3. Letters of reference
Attention: Thobela Mata
Address: Farm 405,399 Farm Road, Harkerville, 6501
Tel: 044 532 7823
E-mail: Thobela.Mata@sanparks.org
Subject line: Applications_Stormsriver PM
 
Closing Date: 17 March 2023
 
Should you not hear from us within 14 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.
 
 
 
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CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Park: Groenkloof (Head Office)
Description:
SANParks requires the services of a Chief Financial Officer. This position is on a fixed-term contract of five years and will be based in Groenkloof, Pretoria reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.
 
Requirements:
  • Have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with Honours/Postgraduate qualification and should be a registered Chartered Accountant (CASA).
  • Should have 10 to 12 years of executive management experience in a financial environment.
  • Sound knowledge of relevant Legislative framework and Corporate Governance (PFMA); Application Accounting Standards.
  • Sound knowledge of Supply Chain Processes and Legislation (BBBEE, PPPFA).
  • Knowledge of financial management with accounting skills.
  • Ability to strategize and solve problems.
  • Ability to manage internal and external audits.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and people management skills.
  • An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
 
Qualifications and experience which will provide an added advantage:
  • Knowledge of macro economy.
  • Knowledge of conservation and tourism industry.
  • Knowledge of project management.
  • Knowledge of human resources management.
  • Knowledge of IT computer literacy.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Develop the Finance division functional strategy.
  • Develop, implement and monitor the finance division business plan.
  • Ensure business efficiency and optimise commercial opportunities.
  • Provide leadership, development and management of the finance team.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders for mutual benefit.
  • Oversee and ensure good financial management function for the organisation.
  • Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of the supply chain processes for the organisation.
  • Oversee the overall legal services for the organisation.
  • Oversee the financial resource mobilisation for the organisation.
 
 
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past three months) to the following address:
Human Resources Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787, PRETORIA, 0001
Email: Reginah.Visser@sanparks.org
 
The appointment will be made as per SANParks' Employment Equity Plan.
Applicants possessing foreign qualifications should submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date: 13 March 2023

If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.
 
 
 
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HEAD: SOCIO-ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION
Park: Groenkloof (Head Office)
Description:
SANParks requires the services of a Head: Socio-Economic Transformation. This position will be based in Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria and will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
 
Requirements:
  • Be in possession of a Post Graduate qualification in Social Sciences, Development Economics, Community and Social Development, Project and Programme Management or a related field.
  • Have 6 - 10 years of relevant work experience at the senior management level.
  • Demonstrated experience in project/programme management experience.
  • Financial Management, Economic Development and Commercial skills
  • Advanced knowledge of strategic planning and social development principles.
 
Qualifications and Experience which will provide an added advantage:
  • Conflict resolution and People Management skills.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Adaptive Leadership skills.
  • Must have the ability to operate and manage in a matrix management environment.
  • Knowledge of and experience in Conservation, Tourism and Environmental Education
 
Responsibilities:
  • Provide leadership towards the effective implementation of socio-economic transformation strategy and programmes
  • Lead and guide the development of policies relevant to SET programmes
  • Lead and manage the implementation of the Enterprise and Supplier Development programme
  • Lead and manage the implementation of the Corporate Social Investment programme.
  • Lead and manage the implementation of the Biodiversity Economy programme
  • Lead and manage the implementation of the Land claims programme
  • Manage the effective implementation of Social Legacy and Donation Funds;
  • Provide strategic guidance on effective implementation of the stakeholder engagement programme;
  • Lead and manage the implementation of skills development, capacity building and environmental awareness programmes;
  • Establish and maintain strategic partnerships to support SET programmes
  • Lead and manage the implementation of the Youth Development programme
  • Ensure sound financial management and corporate governance in the implementation of SET programmes.
  • Manage the human capital of the socio-economic transformation division.
 
 
Salary: R 1 083 779 - R 1 430 328
 

Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within 3 months period) to the following address:
Human Capital Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787, PRETORIA, 0001
Email: lebo.mothiba@sanparks.org
 
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date: 09 March 2023

If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.
 
The appointment will be made in line with SANParks employment equity.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.
 
 
 


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FIELD RANGER
Park: Addo Elephant National Park
 
Description:
A challenging vacancy exists for a Field Ranger at Addo Elephant National Park (Main Camp/Nyathi Section). The successful incumbent will report to the Field Ranger Sergeant.
The candidate will be required to reside within the Park and official accommodation will be made available to the successful candidate.
 
Requirements:
  • A minimum Certificate of Grade 12 (Std 10) is required.
  • Peace officer and Tactical training, Basic Field ranger course, Conservation guardianship, Conservation Diploma or other relevant Accredited Field Ranger certificates are required.
  • Two (2) or more years of relevant experience as an Armed Environmental Monitor, Field Guard or within Conservation is needed, Marine Protected Area, Terrestrial Biodiversity Management with the implementing relevant legislation (MRLA, NEMPAA, NEMBA, NVFA and others).
  • Working knowledge of relevant Conservation Legislation.
  • Provide proof of a valid code B driver's license; PDP will serve as an added advantage.
  • SAPS criminal record to be attached if available.
  • Criminal checks will be done on the successful candidate.
  • Computer literacy
  • EMI training - certificate attached
  • Should be Firearm Competent and a certificate should be provided. (NB: valid SAPD Competency Certificate; Original Training Competency Certificate for Business Unit Standards; PFTC Statement of results indicating the unit standards for Law and Business Purpose Unit Standards.)
  • Must at least be 60% physically fit and be prepared to undergo a fitness test before the interview.
  • Must be willing to undergo a medical exam.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Law Enforcement that will include participating in regular patrols by foot in areas that are inaccessible by vehicle and in difficult, mountainous terrain;
  • Anti-poaching operations throughout Addo Elephant National Park that will require the applicant to work flexi-time, night shift and overtime;
  • Regular clandestine and camping deployments in support of anti-poaching operations in Addo Elephant National Park;
  • Assistance with natural resources management that includes the implementation of the invasive plant, alien biota and unnatural soil erosion;
  • Assistance with the management of the reserve's fauna that includes water provision, game capture and culling operations;
  • Assist with the control of visitor's behaviour and access;
  • Assist with the control of EPWP contractors' movement within the park;
  • Fence patrols and fence maintenance;
  • General maintenance of conservation infrastructure such as generators, pumps, storerooms and including terrain near visitor facilities;
  • Assist with maintenance and management of all assets.
 
 
Salary: R 142 135 - R 191 223
 
DUE TO MULTIPLE VACANCIES USE THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION IN ORDER TO ENSURE THE CORRECT ALLOCATION OF YOUR CV: FIELD RANGER
APPOINTMENT WILL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH EE PLAN TARGETS
 
The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson B3 job grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Services of SANParks.
 
Applications must be accompanied by a Cover letter, CV, certified copies of ID and relevant qualifications to be submitted to the following address:
ATT: Ilze Jonker
Human Resource Department
Addo Elephant National Park
PO Box 52, Addo,6105
Fax: 086-7300-793
Email: addovacancies@sanparks.org
 
Closing Date: 09 March 2023
 
If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.