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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)
 
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PRACTITIONER: LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Park: Groenkloof (Head Office)
 
Description:
The Organisation requires the services of a Practitioner: Learning and Development in the Human Capital Management Department. This position will be based at the Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.
 
Requirements:
  • Be in possession of a Degree/National Diploma in Human Resources Development, OD-ETP qualification and SDF certificate.
  • Should have 3 to 5 years of experience in learning and development.
  • Knowledge of relevant skills development legislation such as SDA, SDLA, EEA, B-BBEE, LRA, and SAQA Act.
  • Knowledge of National Skills Development Strategy.
  • Knowledge of Skills development facilitations.
  • Understanding of SANParks policies and reporting framework.
  • Knowledge of good Corporate Governance practices.
  • Leadership and management skills
  • Planning and organising skills.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Project management and presentation skills.
  • Computer skills.
  • Listening skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Making rule-based and analytical decisions.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Collate TNAs and skills audit submissions.
  • Compile a corporate annual training plan.
  • Coordinate the implementation of Learning and Development programmes (e.g. ABET, Learnership and Internship, etc.)
  • Compile and ensure accurate and complete data for regulatory reporting.
  • Assist in quality assuring learning and development programmes.
  • Render administrative and technical support on all learning and development initiatives to the unit.
  • Post, update and maintain learning information.
  • Manage the learner management system
  • Manage other learning and development-related databases.
  • Coordinate and administer all divisional bursary schemes.
  • Manage the training tracking tool and compile reports.
  • Coordinate the compilation of the organisation's workplace skills plan and annual training report.
  • Coordinate the logistics for internal governance and consultative structures.
  • Provide skills development facilitator support to the Manager: Learning and Development.
  • Coordinate effective implementation of training programmes (Induction, MDP, RPL, Internships and Learnership.
  • Coordinate effective implementation of special projects (co-funded/collaborations).
  • Collate information from different sources for project reports as per funder requirements.
  • Assist in coordinating internal and external resources to accomplish assignments within given deadlines.
  • Assist with the implementation of the skills audit project.
  • Assists with Impact Assessment of learning and development programmes/courses/projects etc.
 
 
Salary: R 364 893 - R 596 000
 
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
Email: Makhosazana.Mgabi@sanparks.org
 
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date: 07 August 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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SENIOR ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST (2 VACANCIES)
Park: Kruger National Park
 
Description:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for two Senior Architectural Technologist positions for 24 months Fixed Term Contracts under Planning and Design section within the Technical Services department in the Kruger National Park. The position will report to the Planning and Design Manager.
 
The incumbents will be expected to provide their own accommodation outside the Park.
NB. The appointment will be made in accordance with SANParks employment equity plan.
 
Requirements:
  • Minimum B Tech in Architecture
  • Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in architecture
  • Knowledge of the National Building Regulations
  • Proficiency in, Revit, AutoCAD, or Caddie 24)
  • Must be registered with SACAP as a Professional Technologist or Architect
  • Driver's licence and own car is essential.
  • Sound knowledge of the OHSACT
 
Responsibilities:
  • Provide professional advice to clients and project team.
  • Meeting with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
  • Engaging with conservation department and other authorities
  • Co-ordinating information amongst project team
  • Design and develop designs with the project team.
  • Creating visual content (i.e. 3D Rendering, presentations etc.)
  • Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and schedules
  • Measuring of existing building, quality control and producing as-built drawing
  • Create, update, and maintain design office library and documents
  • Assist projects team whenever necessary.
 
Salary: R 525 855
 
 
Interested persons who meet the above-stated requirements should forward their applications letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae and qualifications certified within the last 3 months to the following address:
Kruger National Park
Human Capital Management
Attention: Ms Zandile Mdlovu
Private Bag X402
SKUKUZA
1350
Tel No: (013) 735 4293
Email: Zandile.mdlovu@sanparks.org
 
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date: 04 August 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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SENIOR CIVIL TECHNOLOGIST
Park: Kruger National Park
 
Description:
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for a Senior Civil Technologist position for 24 months Fixed Term Contracts. under Planning and Design section within the Technical Services department in the Kruger National Park. The position will report to the Planning and Design Manager.
The incumbents will be expected to provide their own accommodation outside the Park.
NB. The appointment will be made in accordance with the SANParks employment equity plan.
 
Requirements:
  • Minimum B Tech Civil Technologist (Water or Structural)
  • Minimum of five years post-qualification experience in water resources engineering and structural.
  • Knowledge of the National Building Regulations
  • Proficiency in, Revit, AutoCAD, or Caddie 24)
  • Sites surveying experience will be an advantage
  • Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional or Candidates
  • Driver's licence and own car is essential
  • Sound knowledge of the OHSACT and Construction Regulations
 
Responsibilities:
  • Provide professional advice to clients and project team
  • Meeting with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
  • Engaging with conservation department and other authorities
  • Coordinating information amongst the project team
  • Design and develop designs with the project team
  • Prepare construction drawings, specifications, and standard drawing
  • Measuring of existing structures, quality control and producing as-built drawing
  • Prepare reports and document project activities and data.
  • Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyse details of project sites.
  • Ensure adherence and compliance to legal, safety and health requirements
 
Salary: R 525 855
 
 
Interested persons who meet the above-stated requirements should forward their applications letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae and qualifications certified within the last 3 months to the following address:
Kruger National Park
Human Capital Management
Attention: Ms Zandile Mdlovu
Private Bag X402
SKUKUZA
1350
Tel No: (013) 735 4293
Email: Zandile.mdlovu@sanparks.org
 
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date: 04 August 2023

If you have not been responded to within 14 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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SKILLED ADMINISTRATION ENVIRONMENTAL MONITOR
Park: Table Mountain National Park
 
Description:
A vacancy currently exists for a Skilled Administrator for Environmental Monitor programmes at BSP for Cape Cluster. This is a fixed-term contract ending March 2024. The total remuneration package is a basic salary as per Expanded Public Works Programme rates of R406 per day.
 
Requirements:
  • Matric/Grade 12 certificate with a post-secondary school qualification in Office/Business Administration, Human Resources or related equivalent qualification (N5)
  • Minimum of two (2) years General Office Administration and Human Resources experience
  • Language proficiency in English and one other local language
  • Preference will be given to applicants of local communities
  • Intermediate level Computer Competency (MS Outlook, Word and Excel)
  • Computer literacy levels will be tested
  • Clean criminal record.
  • Successful candidates will have to undergo a medical fitness examination through a Medical Practitioner.
  • Preference will be given to unemployed persons aged between 18-35 years & Persons Living with Disabilities.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Oversee all the administration linked to the implementation of the BSP program
  • Monitor and produce monthly reports on the progress of the Environmental Monitor project
  • Maintain the database of all Environmental Monitor projects and their activities
  • Ensure compliance with the BSP and SANParks MOU for this project
  • Assist with the training needs and implementation of the program
  • Be the link between the Environmental Monitor in the Cape Cluster Parks and the BSP Office & Head Office
 
 
Only interested persons who meet the above-stated requirement should apply using the following link:
https://forms.office.com/r/sqt0wYCLHw
 
Supporting Documents such as a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications & ID (certified within the past 3 months) and other relevant documents must be emailed to vacancies.capecluster@sanparks.org using reference AdminEM2023 in the subject. Applications that do not comply will be regarded as unsuccessful.
For Enquiries:
Contact Brenda Mbem Tel: 021 6591704
 
Closing Date: 03 August 2023
 
Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
SENIOR MANAGER: POLICY COORDINATION AND COMPLIANCE
Park: Groenkloof (Head Office)
 
Description:
The Organisation requires the services of a Senior Manager: Policy Coordination and Compliance in the Chief Operating Officers division. This position will be based at Groenkloof, Pretoria.
 
Requirements:
  • Be in possession of a relevant Bachelor's degree in Public Management, Administration, Business Management or another relevant field.
  • Should have 5 to 8 years experience in Policy Coordination & Compliance and five years in a corporate policy development environment.
  • Understanding of legislation governing the public sector and especially SANParks.
  • Knowledge of the SANParks mandate and work, inclusive of all relevant legislation such as NEMPAA, NEMBA, NEMA, and Tourism Legislation.
  • Knowledge of corporate governance and procedures management, including King III and IV Codes.
  • Knowledge of legislative, policy and procedure development.
  • Knowledge of programme and project management.
  • Knowledge of outcome-based monitoring and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of audit and quality assurance management.
  • Must be Computer literate (intermediate to advance).
  • Research and data analysis skills.
  • Information management skills, including electronic data and system management skills
  • Communication skills (written and verbal).
 
Responsibilities:
  • Provide overall assurance on organisational compliance with International and SADC regional agreements, national legislation, and policies.
  • Oversee and monitor the implementation of the organisation's corporate governance compliance framework.
  • Oversee the implementation and review of and ensure compliance with the SANParks Meta Policy and associated procedures.
  • Maintain and revise organisational policies and procedures for sound corporate governance.
  • Monitor legislative and policy compliance activities to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk, thereby recommending corrective actions plan for the resolution of problematic issues/areas to executive management.
  • Ensure that corporate policies and procedures are developed, implemented, reviewed, and maintained in line with strategy requirements, norms and standards, and legislation.
  • Provide policy advisory support services to Executive Management and employees.
  • Coordinate expert input from SANParks into drafting and amendment of relevant national policy, norms and standards.
  • Consider audit, investigations, and risk assessment findings to identify and address policy gaps and misalignment.
  • Manage and maintain an auditable master file for approved corporate policies and procedures.
  • Provide reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep Executive Management and the Board informed of the operation and progress of policy governance and compliance efforts.
 
Salary: R 713 587 - R 1 169 942
 
 
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of 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: Karabo.Mashishi@sanparks.org
 
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date: 03 August 2023

If you have not received a response within 21 days of the closing date, please accept your application as unsuccessful.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.
 
 
 

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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTITIONER
Park: Table Mountain National Park
 
Description:
Reference: SCMCAPE
The Organisation requires the services of a Supply Chain Management Practitioner to manage the sourcing of goods and services in accordance with the relevant applicable legislations and SANParks procurement policies for the Cape Region. The successful candidate will report to the Regional Finance Manager, Cape, based at Table Mountain National Park. The candidate will be expected to travel.
The remuneration package includes an all-inclusive cost to company salary, pitched at Grade C4 Paterson Scale. The successful candidate has to provide their own accommodation as official accommodation is unavailable in the Park.
 
Requirements:
  • Must be in possession of a Degree/Diploma in Supply Chain Management/Logistics or Degree/Diploma in Financial Management or Accounting with relevant experience in SCM
  • Post Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management/ Logistics will be Advantageous.
  • Should have three years of experience as a Specialist in SCM with experience in the public sector.
  • Minimum of two (2) years working with audits (internal and or external)
  • Driver's license
  • Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act.
  • Knowledge of Preferential Procurement Policy Framework.
  • Knowledge of Logistics.
  • Knowledge of SANParks Business will be an added advantage.
  • Legal knowledge in relation to Supply Chain Management.
  • Working knowledge of Applicable legislation, NT guidelines and procurement processes applicable to SOE and or government departments.
  • Knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa.
  • Must be Computer literate.
  • Should have Managerial, Analytical, Negotiation, Facilitation, and Organizing Skills.
  • Applicant must be flexible and have the ability to meet tight deadlines and work with minimum supervision and or without supervision
 
Responsibilities:
  • To maintain regional contracts registers used as mechanisms to monitor annual payments to service providers
  • To coordinate the identification of regional procurement needs as informed by the Annual Procurement Plan, Demand Management Plan and Budget.
  • To 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.
  • To build, maintain and manage stakeholder relations.
  • To monitor and report on supply chain transactions per the Corporate Supply Chain Office directive.
  • To manage risks associated with the procurement of services and goods.
  • To manage an auditable administrative system of the region's assets.
  • To continuously manage and appraise submissions of the supplier database.
  • To coordinate and maintain the pre-vendor qualification directory.
  • To continuously evaluate the quality of goods and services rendered by the suppliers and assess their performance.
  • To perform any other responsibilities as assigned to by the supervisor
 
Salary: R 321 947 - R 525 855
 
 
Only interested persons who meet the above-stated requirement should apply using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/tPnE3wAmCB
 
Supporting Documents such as a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID & Driver's License (certified within the past three months) and other relevant documents must be emailed to vacancies.capecluster@sanparks.org using reference SCMCAPE in the subject. Applications that do not comply will be regarded as unsuccessful.
 
For Enquiries: Contact Brenda Mbem Tel: 021 659 1704
 
Closing Date: 28 July 2023
 
Applications that have not been responded to  within 21 days should be considered unsuccessful.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.
 
 
 
 



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ADMINISTRATOR
Park: Table Mountain National Park
 
Description:
South African National Parks is looking for a self-motivated Administration officer to lead the administration for the Agence Francaise de Development (AFD) Funding to the Table Mountain National Park-Reunion Island National Park collaboration programme.
This is a 3-year programme that started in June 2023 and ends in June 2026. The position will assist the AFD-TMNP Programme Manager in delivering the programme outcomes. While this is a fixed-term contract, we are looking for an energetic, experienced and reliable leader who works efficiently in grant administration and/or public administration processes to enable the timeous delivery of the programme outcomes. The individual is expected to help make a significant contribution to the future of Table Mountain National Park by proactively leading administration processes and working with multidisciplinary and diverse leaders to deliver the programme outcomes.
The above position is a fixed-term contract position up to the end of June 2026 when the Programme Funding ends. The cost-to-company remuneration package is based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson C2 job grade will be offered. The successful candidate will have to provide their own accommodation as there is no official accommodation in the park.
 
Requirements:
  • National Diploma/NQF Level 6 qualification in Business Administration or Project Management or Financial Administration Preference to be given for completion of Postgraduate studies in the above disciplines or commensurate experience.
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience and responsibility in Project Administration, procurement of goods and services with excellent financial management skills and competency. Preference to be given to experience in working with donor funding and audits (unqualified) thereof.
  • Experience in National and or International travel arrangements, coordination or management (large groups of more than five travellers)
  • Valid Driver's license and suitable driving experience.
  • Excellent Computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook are a prerequisite.
  • Ability to work with relevant Financial Administration, Human Resources Policies, Procedures and Practices.
  • Ability to work with a Public Finance Management Act, Supply Chain Management procurement process to deliver goods and services timeous in the Programme planning.
  • Sound written, communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Applicant must have a sense of initiative, balance of patience and determination, be flexible, meet deadlines, work independently without supervision, and have attention to detail.
  • Ability interest to speak/learn French is advantageous.
 
Responsibilities:
  • General public administration (state entities) including, but not limited to:
    • financial,
    • procurement,
    • contract (suppliers),
    • integration for efficiency (with Finance and Procurement teams), and
    • policies and procedures leadership.
  • AFD (funder) and SANParks administration requirements, specifically reporting tracking.
  • AFD-TMNP Funding Project Administration and record keeping (e.g., projects due date tracking, data capture, filing, etc.).
  • Events planning, management, delivery and record keeping, including:
    • Local Travel,
    • International Travel,
    • Programme Meetings and Workshops,
    • Field trips, and
    • Hosting of AFD-TMNP guests.
 
Salary: R 272 013 - R 419 144
 
 
Only interested persons who meet the above-stated requirement should apply using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/HftrTdMsQy
 
Supporting Documents such as certified copies of qualifications, ID & Driver's License and other relevant documents must be emailed to vacancies.capecluster@sanparks.org using reference number ADMIN_AFD-TMNP2023 in the subject.
For enquiries: Eddy Mavanga: 021 741 2300
 
Closing Date: 28 July 2023
 
Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
 
SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI / HDSA.