SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS) VACANCIES

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SECTION RANGER (MORALANE)
 
A vacancy currently exists for a Section Ranger at Marakele National Park (Moralane) to ensure effective Management of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems through implementation of applicable Legislation, Park Management Plans and other planning and assessment tools, aligned with the SANParks Strategy and Annual Performance Plan in support of effective Area Integrity Management in Parks.
This involves the planning and execution of duties as well as collaboration across divisional and corporate functions in SANParks, as well as with external Stakeholders. The successful candidate will have to be a highly motivated individual with the necessary skills and experience and will report to the Conservation Manager.
Location Marakele National Park
 
Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree / BTech / Advanced Diploma in Conservation Management or related fields (NQF level 7) in Conservation or Natural Resource Management or equivalent. Postgraduate Diploma/Honours Degree (NQF 8) advantageous.
• EMI Grade 2 Designation (compulsory) or must qualify in stipulated period
• Valid Code 08 driver’s license & PDP is essential; Code 10 would be an added advantage
• 3 – 5 years’ relevant work experience as a Field Ranger or in conservation management in a protected area and 3 years must be in supervision of field ranger teams
• Multiple firearm handling qualifications or competencies and experience in all types of firearms i.e. handgun, self-loading rifle, manually operated rifle and shotgun
• Basic firefighting experience will serve as added advantage.
• Working knowledge of relevant Environmental legislation such as Protected Areas Act, Biodiversity Act, National Veld and Forest Fire Act and National Water Act.
• Must have knowledge of the PFMA act and regulations related to Human Capital
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Express.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, as well as conflict resolution, project management and liaison skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and working flexible, long and irregular hours and must be physically fit.

 
Responsibilities

• Leadership: Promote the highest standards of Environmental Management practices and responsible Tourism. Establish systems and procedures to ensure high standards of ethics and behaviours among Rangers in the Section.
• Section Management: Management and oversight of the Sections infrastructure (Ranger accommodation), roads, firebreaks, fences (enclosures and breeding camps), servicing and maintenance of equipment, maintenance and management of artificial water points and equipment to ensure reliable provision of water, control burns and deployment of Rangers to achieve Conservation and Law Enforcement goals.
• Biodiversity Conservation: Implement all Conservation Management actions on the Section in line with SANParks and Marakele National Park policies and plans. This includes, but not limited to, Problem Animal Control and dealing with Dangerous Game.
• Law Enforcement: Monitoring and enforcement of applicable National Laws and SANParks and Marakele NP policies, rules and regulations. Ensure effective patrolling for maximum area coverage and execute Law Enforcement operations, through deployments, observation posts and camping deployments.
• Administration: Meticulous reporting and administration of all activities for the Section. Ensure Law Enforcement reporting takes place accurately and timeously as is necessary (CMore/ Cyber Tracker/ Sitreps/ Earth rangers/ Mike Reports/ Monthly Reports etc.).
• Compliance and Safety: Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and legislation related to Environmental Monitoring and Law Enforcement in the Section.
• People Management: Manage the human capital of the Section through re-training (maintenance of Field Ranger skills), discipline and conflict resolution, mentoring and coaching. Encourage teamwork, collaboration and building loyal, productive and motivated teams.

 
Please Note
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer.
SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.
South African citizens will receive priority unless otherwise specified.
 
Paterson Grade D1
 
 
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
Interested persons who meet the above stated minimum qualification and experience should apply using the link below and e-mail their detailed application letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, and certified copies of their qualifications with the subject heading:
“Section Ranger” to: gift.thaoge@sanparks.org
https://forms.office.com/r/CWhQM6ephs?origin=lprLink
 
For enquiries contact: Gift Thaoge on (012) 426-5188
 
If you do not receive any response from us within 21 days, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
 
Closing Date 09 March 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 

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PROJECT MANAGERS: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT X2
 
The Organisation requires the services of two Project Managers: Business Development in the Tourism and Marketing Division. These positions will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Commerce/ Tourism/Natural Sciences/ Engineering/ Project Management
• Honours Degree will be an added advantage
• 4 – 6 years project management experience, in a tourism environment
• PPP implementation experience
• Knowledge of Treasury Regulation 16 and Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (PFMA)
• Computer Literacy
• Project management
• PPP implementation
• Understanding of the tourism and or conservation industry
• Understanding of financial feasibility studies
• Understanding of work-related legislation
• Project Management
• Communication skills (written and verbal)
• Project management skills
• Financial management skills
• Analytical skills
• Negotiation and conflict management skills
• Strategic planning
• Computer skills
• Effective Communication
• Teamwork / Collaboration
• Planning and Organizing
• Financial Management
• Strategic Partnerships
• Project & Programme Management
• Strategic Thinking
• Computer Literacy

 
Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-feasibility studies of PPP projects and other Business Development Projects as guided by the Strategic Plan for Commercialization.
• Assist in the post-award management of PPP partnerships.
• Consult with the management of SANParks at all relevant stages in the PPP project cycle and ensure on-going consultation and buy-in from relevant stakeholders
• Interrogate the SANParks management plans and other plans to identify the full implications of the PPP for the organization.
• Complete feasibility studies to ensure that the minimum PPP Fee covers SANParks’ costs of managing and fulfilling its obligations
• Develop a PPP agreement management plan for post award management
• Monitor that all the private parties performance standards and obligations and SANParks’ obligations set out in the PPP Agreement are fully complied with
• Clearly specify the performance standards
• Manage projects from inception to the signing of the PPP agreement and financial closure in order to ensure that the project(s) are affordable to SANParks
• Manage the planning and implementation of the Public Private Partnership (PPP) project(s) on behalf of SANParks exercising delegated authority
• Build support among internal and external stakeholders
• Build the relationship between SANParks and the private party ensuring that there is good, ongoing communication
• Proactively manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders to optimise opportunities for project success
• precisely the project’s performance standards, value for money objectives and risk allocation expectations
• Manage the procurement and Complete the required documentation and obtain National Treasury Exemption for the implementation of the project
• Draft the project procurement documentation ensuring that the bid Documents reflect implementation of the projects
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of Treasury Regulation 16 to the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (PFMA
• Keep records of all documentation, decisions and distribute to internal and external stakeholders
• Provide continuous status updates to the Head: Business Development for purposes of Executive Management and Board reporting

 
Please Note
If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.
Paterson Grade D3
 
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
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 3 months) to the following address:
Human Resources Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA
0001
Fax: 086 295 4078
E-mail: recruitments@sanparks.org
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date 05 March 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 

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2X SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONERS
 
The Organisation requires the services of two (2) Supply Chain Management Practitioners in the Supply Chain Management Division. This position will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements

• Be in possession of a NQF Level 6 qualification in Supply Chain Management/ Logistics / Finance.
• NQF Level 7 qualification in Supply Chain Management will serve as an added advantage.
• Professional membership.
• Should have 3 – 5 years as a Specialist in SCM with experience in public sector.
• Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act.
• Knowledge of Preferential procurement policy framework.
• Knowledge of logistics.
• Knowledge of SANParks business.
• Legal knowledge in relations to Supply Chain Management.
• Knowledge of National Supplies Procurement Act.
• Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
• Computer literacy.
• Managerial skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Negotiation skills.
• Facilitation skills.
• Organising skills.
• Effective Communication.
• Problem solving.
• Teamwork.
• Planning and organizing.
• Ethical Practice and Adhering to organisational Values.
• Analytical Thinking.
• Managing Risk.
• Interpersonal Skills.
• Accountability.
• Computer Literacy.
• Decision making.
• Administration.
• Negotiation skills.
• Financial Management.

 
Responsibilities

• Maintain and report on RFx registers used as mechanisms to procure and pay service providers.
• Coordinate the identification of regional procurement needs as informed by the Annual Procurement Plan, Business Plan and Budget.
• Provide expert advice to end-users regarding the development of short- and long-term service level agreements for repeat purchases in conjunction with the Supply Chain Corporate Office.
• Coordinate and maintain the pre-vendor qualification directory.
• Continuously evaluate the quality of goods and services rendered by the suppliers and assess their performance.
• Issue requests for quotations, evaluate quotes recommend successful bidder.
• Coordinate Bid Specification and Bid Evaluation Committees, serve as a secretariat for BSC/BEC.
• Expedite orders.
• Build, maintain, and manage stakeholder relations.
• Monitor and report on supply chain transactions as per the directive from Corporate Supply Chain Office
• Manage an auditable administrative system of the region’s assets.
• Continuously manage and appraise submissions of the supplier database.
• Prepare spend, B-BBEE reports and updates as and when required.
• Manage risks associated with the procurement of services and goods.

 
Please Note
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
SANParks is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary R501,165.00 – R701,610.0 Per Annum
 
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
A cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months) to the following address:
Human Resources Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA
0001
Fax: 086 295 4078
E-mail: bongiwe.ndaba@sanparks.org
 
If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.
 
Closing Date 05 March 2026
 
 
 
 
 
 

​HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT OFFICER – LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT (FIXED-TERM CONTRACT OF 24 MONTHS)
 
The Organisation requires the services of a Human Capital Management Officer – Learning and Development within the Human Capital Management Division on a fixed-term contract of 24 months. This position will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements

• Be in possession of a National Diploma in Human Resources Development /Management or Equivalent
• Project Management Certificate
• Code B Drivers licence and own car
• Have 2–4 years working experience and 3 years of this, should be in a project management environment.
• Understanding of Project Management principles
• Proficiency With MS Office, Especially MS Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Sharepoint
• Knowledge Of Good Corporate Governance Practices
• 2 Years of Project Management Experience, Including Tracking And Planning Projects
• Excellent Organizational And Team-Player Skills And Ability To Balance Multiple Priorities In A Changing Environment.
• Understanding of the B-BBEE Codes and SETA Framework.
• Exceptional Attention To Detail.
• Ability to learn, understand and apply new technologies.
• Ability To Build Rapport With colleagues and learners.
• Planning and Organising
• Problem Solving
• Project Management
• Presentation skills
• Computer skills
• Listening skills
• High Level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Communication skills (verbal and written)
• Interpersonal skills
• Decision making
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Advising
• Ethical practice and adhering to organisational values
• Effective communication (verbal and written)
• Information management
• Analytical skills

 
Responsibilities

• Schedule high impact learning and development programs based on the approved budget.
• Coordinate induction programs for new learners.
• Coordinate implementation of non-cathsseta learnerships, apprenticeships and skills programmes as per setas requirements.
• Develop and maintain learner recruitment & induction schedule.
• Schedule steering committee meetings and take minutes.
• Maintain learner tracker for all high impact programmes.
• Compiling documents and reports for management review.
• Assist in b-bbee report coordination.
• Contribute towards the reporting of the workplace skills plan (wsp) and annual training report (atr) to the relevant setas.
• Ensure effective and efficient management of information and communication within the department.
• Collating of all project documentation and maintain a filing system.
• Collate information from different sources for project reports as per funder requirements.
• Ensure timeous payment of service providers.
• Monthly reporting and tracking of spend and budget.
• Perform finance journals on a monthly basis.

 
Please Note
If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.
 
Salary R 369 915.00 – R517 860.00
 
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
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications, which should consist of a cover letter, a detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s), and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months) to the following address:
Human Resources Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA SANParks is an equal employer, preference will be given to people with disabilities.
0001
Fax: 086 295 4078
E-mail: recruitments@sanparks.org
 
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date 04 March 2026





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​GENERAL WORKER
 
A vacancy currently exists for a General Worker in the Conservation Department in Addo Elephant National Park. The successful candidate will be reporting to the relevant Sergeant Ranger. The successful candidate will have to provide their own accommodation and transport as there is no official accommodation in the park.
Location Addo Elephant National Park
 
Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Driver’s Licence.
• 1-2 years General Worker experience.
• Basic knowledge in Occupational Health and Safety.
• Chainsaw and brush cutter competencies.
• Short course in landscaping will serve as an advantage.
• Experience with machinery and equipment will serve as an advantage.
• Numeracy Skills are essential.
• Effective Communication, good Interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a team is essential.

 
Responsibilities
General Cleaning

• Ensure the neatness of grounds in the section by performing general cleaning duties including (removal of rubbish, general terrain work/gardening, cleaning of toilets, cleaning of picnic areas, and office buildings and surrounding areas to prescribed set standards. etc.)
• Assist with general maintenance tasks in relation to water provision and infrastructure (board walks, reservoirs, pumps, drainage lines etc.)
• Perform duties of a technical nature within the incumbent’s capabilities e.g. paint work, electrical, plumbing, welding and carpentry.
• Perform manual labour to maintain and assist with routine maintenance checks and with maintaining infrastructure of buildings, fence, roads and trails, and machinery.
• Assist with game capture operations and culling when required
• Assist with alien plant control where required, soil erosion prevention and land rehabilitation programs
• Assist in game capture operations and wildlife monitoring
• Assist with fire management where required and participate in emergency response efforts
• Ensure a high level of OHS practises are applied
• ranger posts/ sections and conservation facilities
• Daily check of maintenance book, complete daily inspection list and ad-hoc duties.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment used in the fieldwork and report minor and major maintenance defaults to the management

 
Please Note
The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson A3 job grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Services of SANParks.
Paterson Grade A3
 
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
APPLICATION WILL ONLY BE COMPLETED WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE STEPS BELOW:
1. USE THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION: AENP/A082
2. COMPLETE THE LINK BELOW
GENERAL WORKER – CONSERVATION – Fill in form
3. SUBMIT CV
 
Accompanied by a Cover letter, CV, Certified copies of ID, Driver’s License, and relevant qualifications to: addovacancies@sanparks.org
No CV’s will be accepted after closing date.
 
Closing Date 04 March 2026

​HOTEL GENERAL WORKER ATTENDANT
A vacancy exists for Hotel General Worker Attendant at Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The successful candidate will be responsible for cleaning the hotel public areas, facilities. The successful candidate will report to the Housekeeping Supervisor and will be based at Hotel & Chalets.
Location Golden Gate Highlands National Park
 
Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• 1-2 years’ practical work experience in General worker tourism/ hospitality environment.
• Communication skills both written and verbal.
• Basic understanding of customer service principles to interact politely and professionally with guest.
• Knowledge of first aid and safe working procedures.
• Hygiene skills and Room attendant will be added advantage.
• Knowledge of SANParks Act as well as safety regulation and code of conduct.
• Working well in a team environment.
• Understanding of accepted tourism standards

 
Responsibilities

• Perform routine and deep cleaning of public areas such as reception area, lobbies, corridors, elevator, lounges, restrooms, conference facilities and other guest-accessible spaces as per workflow chart and schedule.
• Provide clear handover to colleagues on the next shift.
• Report technical and maintenance problems and perform minor maintenance tasks.
• Hand over any lost property to housekeeping management.
• Sign off daily work schedule.
• Use equipment as per manufacture’s specifications.
• Use chemicals according to set standards.
• Control inventory items.
• Assist with the collection of supplies when necessary.
• Assist with room attendant work I hotel and chalets.
• Ensure sufficient supply of stock to guest unit.
• Ad hoc duties as instructed by supervisor

 
 
Please Note
The remuneration package includes a basic salary based on the salary scale of Paterson A3 job grade and allowance, benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Condition of Services of SANParks.
Paterson Grade A3
 
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
Candidates who meet the above-mentioned requirements should apply using the link and forward their application, detailed CV with cover letter, and valid certified copies (not older than 3 months) of ID and all qualifications obtained to:
Golden Gate National Park
Human Resource
Att: Relebohile Mofokeng
Private Bag X 3
Clarens
9707
Email: relebohile.mofokeng@sanparks.org
 
Candidates who do not apply via the provided link will not be considered.
https://forms.office.com/r/bYrRgqfe9U?origin=lprLink
 
Alternatively: CVs can be hand delivered to the HR Offices at Golden Gate Highlands National Park between 08h00 am and 15h30 pm.
NB: Only quote General Worker (Tourism) on the subject line of your application cover letter.
NB: Accommodation will be provided within the park.
 
Closing Date 02 March 2026