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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)
 
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INTERPRETIVE OFFICER
A vacancy currently exists for an Interpretive Officer in the Socio-Economic Transformation Division of West Coast National Park. The successful candidate will be reporting to the SET Officer. The successful candidate will have to provide their own accommodation as there is no official accommodation in the park.
Location West Coast National Park
 
Requirements
  • Diploma in Nature Conservation, Social Science, Education or equivalent qualification
  • A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in environmental interpretation and education
  • Knowledge of Cultural Heritage Resource Management and interpretation
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in Afrikaans is essential for effective communication in this role.
  • Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Good written and verbal communication as well as presentation skills
  • Valid code 10 driver’s licence is essential and PDP will be an added advantage
  • Experience in community development will serve as an added advantage
  • Availability to work flexible hours e.g. weekends, public holidays or as and when required
 
Responsibilities
  • Planning, developing and presentation of environmental education programs
  • Promotions of the park’s image to the full range of parks users
  • Establish and maintain sound relations with surrounding communities
  • Compile stats and reports
  • Conduct exhibitions and outreach programs
  • Information dissemination to visitors and local communities
  • Assisting with general administration of programmes within the SET Department
  • Conducting guided activities in the park
  • Ensure maintenance of the Environmental Education Centre
  • Assist with heritage resource management in the park
  • Perform other related duties as assigned by Manager
 
Please Note
The remuneration package based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson B4 job grade will be offered.
 
Salary R154,678.93 – R217,305.38
 
Paterson Grade B4
 
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 requirements should complete a form using the link: https://forms.office.com/r/F7SNnJvj1F
Supporting documents such detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID and driver’s license, and other relevant documents must be emailed to WCNP.vacancies@sanparks.org using the reference number WC25 in the subject line of your electronic application (email). Applications which does not comply with the requirements will be regarded as incomplete and will not be considered.

For Enquiries: Contact Marcel Filander Tel: 022 7722 144
 
Closing Date 03 July 2025
 
 
 
 
 
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GENERAL MANAGER: MEDIA RELATIONS, EVENTS AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS
The Organisation requires the services of a General Manager for Media Relations, Events, and Stakeholder Relations in the Corporate Communications department. This position will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.
The successful incumbent will lead and manage the implementation of the communications strategy and execution of media relations and events for the organisation, enhancing brand visibility, stakeholder engagement, and public perception through integrated communication and event strategies that align with organisational objectives. The role ensures the organization maintains a positive public image, engages effectively with stakeholders, and promotes conservation, tourism, and community initiatives through impactful media and event strategies
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements
  • Be in a possession of a NQF Level 8 in Communications / Journalism / Public Relations/ Marketing or related field – NQF level 9 in the related field will be an added advantage
  • 6 -10 years as a generalist in at least three functions of communications.
  • In-depth knowledge of South African media landscape and political environment.
  • 3 years in a management position
  • Understanding of the Public Access to Information Act (PAIA) and Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI), PFMA
  • Understanding of the Public Relations Code of Ethics
  • Understanding of relevant industry related legislation (conservation and tourism)
  • Understanding of media relations principles and practices
  • Familiarity with POPIA, B-BBEE, and other regulations.
  • Understanding of protocol and etiquette
  • Understanding of Government relations
  • Events management
  • Business and Creative writing
  • Diversity and Change management
  • Financial Management
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Management
  • Communication skills (presentation, written and oral)
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Networking skills
  • Computer skills
  • Financial management
  • Leadership and people management
 
Responsibilities
  • Lead the Media Relations & Events team, setting objectives, KPIs, and performance standards.
  • Collaborate with internal departments to align messaging and events with organisational priorities.
  • Provide strategic advice to the executive team on media positioning and event opportunities.
  • Identify risks and opportunities related to media exposure and public events.
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive media strategy to promote a positive organisational image.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international media, journalists, and key industry stakeholders.
  • Oversee media monitoring, crisis communication planning, and reputation management.
  • Manage media interviews, press releases, op-eds, and public statements.
  • Develop and implement strategies for the following: corporate media relations, corporate stakeholder relations, corporate events management, and  corporate issue management
  • Foster strong relationships with government bodies, community organisations, NGOs, and industry partners.
  • Develop communication material for key stakeholders, including annual reports, newsletters, and speeches.
  • Support stakeholder outreach campaigns that promote transparency, trust, and collaboration.
  • Research and monitor the media environment and trends
  • Manage the dissemination of information to the public
  • Provide leadership, development and management of the human capital
  • Implement sound corporate governance and financial management
 
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 R1 042 469.33 – R1 709 150.88
 
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: Mpho.Daniso@sanparks.org
 
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date 25 June 2025
 
 
 
 
 
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FINANCIAL BUDGET ANALYST
The Organisation requires the services of a Budget and Financial Analyst in the Chief Financial Officer Division. 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 Accounting or a related field. A Bachelor’s degree will be an advantage.
  • Have 3-5 years of relevant experience.
  • Have a hands-on experience with budgeting, financial forecasting, and variance analysis.
  • Have exposure to financial systems (e.g., Great Plains) and ERP software.
  • Having experience working within a public sector environment is a plus, especially handling compliance with public financial regulations like PFMA.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Analyse information and provide advice to management.
  • Management and planning skills to coordinate the budgetary exercises.
  • Planning and organising.
  • Report writing.
  • Presentation skills.
  • Computer skills.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Project management.
  • Problem solving.
  • Advanced Excel.
  • Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy in monitoring budgets and financial transactions.
  • Provides a forecast based on the current, historical, and other factors affecting performance against the budget of the organisation.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced skills in Excel and experience with financial software/ERP systems for data tracking and reporting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for preparing reports and liaising with divisional managers and other stakeholders.
  • Effective at identifying discrepancies, cost overruns, and process inefficiencies with actionable recommendations.
  • Public Sector Finance: In-depth understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury regulations.
  • Financial Principles: Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and variance analysis.
  • Reporting Standards: Familiarity with financial reporting frameworks (e.g., GRAP)
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Great Plains).
 
Responsibilities
  • Assists in the development, consolidation, and coordination of annual budgets for the head office and all national parks.
  • Monitor and track budget allocations per division, ensuring adherence to the approved budget.
  • Provide financial guidance to divisional/departmental managers on budget preparation and financial forecasting.
  • Conduct financial analysis to assess budget performance, identify trends, and highlight potential risks.
  • Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management and stakeholders.
  • Generate financial insights to support decision-making and cost efficiency.
  • Oversee and track expenditure across all divisions, ensuring it aligns with the approved budget.
  • Identify areas of over-expenditure or under-utilisation and recommend corrective actions.
  • Work closely with divisional managers to ensure they do not exceed the allocated budget.
  • Captures budget movements accurately.
  • Identify opportunities for cost reduction, revenue optimisation, and financial efficiencies.
  • Drafting of policies, guidelines and SOPs.
  • Enhance financial control mechanisms for operational expenses.
  • Implement and improve financial reporting systems for real-time budget tracking across all of SANParks.
  • Ensure compliance with SANParks’ financial policies, National Treasury regulations, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
  • Support internal and external audits by providing accurate financial data and explanations.
  • Identify financial risks related to budget management and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Compliance reporting and other reporting to the National Treasury and the DFFE.
 
Salary R 584,899.03 – R 958,945.80
 
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 Qualifications Authority.
 
Closing Date 25 June 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FIELD GUIDE
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position of a Field Guide for Olifants Rest Camp.
Location Kruger National Park
 
Requirements
  • Grade 12
  • THETA Nature Site Guide (Dangerous Game Area) TGD/NSGDGM/4/0037 NGF level 2 certificate (must include View Potentially Dangerous Game Unit Standards)
  • Valid First Aid Certificate, preferably Level 1 or Level 2
  • Valid DEAT Registration card (Site Guide: KNP & surrounding areas)
  • Valid C1 Driver License (Code 10)
  • Valid Professional Driving Permit
  • SASSETA Unit Standards: 123519, 119651 & 117705 certification.
  • SAPS (South African Police Service) Firearm Competency certificate or proof of application as issued by the SAPS.
  • 1 year of conservation/guided activities-related experience.
 
Responsibilities
  • To conduct basic and intermediate guided activities in the gate/camp
  • In the absence of the Snr. Field Guide will plan and organise camp/gate based guided activities for the smooth operations.
  • Conduct administration of the guiding activities at the camp.
  • Market guided activities with the intention to improve revenue at the camp/gate.
  • Present environmental interpretation to create awareness and a sustainable environmental culture.
 
Please Note
Applications not responded to within 14 days of closing date must be considered to be unsuccessful.
 
Paterson Grade B3
 
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 criteria should forward their applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of ID and qualifications to:
Human Capital Management
Private Bag X402
Skukuza 1350
Tel: (013) 735 4128
E-mail: jobapplications8@sanparks.org
 
NB: Only quote  FIELD GUIDE – OLIFANTS REST CAMP  in the subject line of your electronic application (email) as well as in your application cover letter.
Closing Date 24 June 2025
 
 
 
 
 
 





​FIELD RANGER SERGEANT
A fixed term vacancy currently exists for a Sergeant Ranger in AENP – Zuurberg Section. The successful candidate will report to the Section Ranger.
Location Addo Elephant National Park
 
Requirements
  • Grade 12 certificate
  • Certificate (NQF level 6)/ National Diploma in Conservation or related fields
  • 2-5 years in field supervision of field rangers in a dangerous game area and previous practical experience in natural resource management
  • EMI Grade 5
  • Field Ranger Basic Training
  • Code 8 driver’s licence
  • Computer literacy (MS Office, especially MS Word, Excel and Power point)
  • A firearm competency certificate
  • Firearm competency certificate for self-loading rifle. (NB: valid SAPS 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)
  • Sound communication and interpersonal skills
  • The willingness to be based at an outpost throughout the park
  • A healthy person with a high level of general fitness and mental alertness is required in this position
  • Must be physically fit.
  • Must be willing to undergo a medical exam
 
Added Advantage:
  • A valid code C1 driver’s license with a PDP will serve as an added advantage
    • An Advanced Field Ranger training qualification
    • EMI Grade 2 certification will be an added advantage
 
Responsibilities
  • To assist the Senior Section Ranger with all management related aspects to deliver on the biodiversity, area integrity and cultural heritage mandate.
  • To plan, implement, assess, and evaluate activities (patrols, firefighting, deployments, and census).
  • To assist in the daily control of the financial management of the section.
  • To assist with the management of assets control within the section.
  • To assist in maintaining purposeful relationships with key Stakeholders.
  • To ensure the enforcement of good corporate governance and pro-active risk management.
  • To supervise the human capital of the section (training, mentoring and coaching).
  • To ensure effective patrolling for maximum area coverage.
  • To ensure compliance with state of area integrity management standards.
  • To enforce law, order and discipline through all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
  • To assist in visitor management and safety when required.
 
 
Please Note
The successful candidate will be required to reside inside the national park, official accommodation will be made available.
The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson C1 job grade and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Services of SANParks.
 
Salary R 242 641.86 – Max R 373 882.72
Paterson Grade C1
 
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
USE THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION: AENP/A126
Application will only be completed when you have applied through the link: https://forms.office.com/r/H0yPek8ctT
and have submitted your all-relevant documents to the following email address: addovacancies@sanparks.org
For enquiries contact Ilze Jonker 0422338607
 
Closing Date 23 June 2025












​DUTY MANAGER
A vacancy currently exists for a Duty Manager in AENP – Nyathi Section. The successful candidate will report to the Hospitality Services Manager.
Location Addo Elephant National Park
 
Requirements
  • National Diploma in Hotel Management, Tourism or Hospitality Management
  • Bachelor’s Degree will be an added advantage
  • Two (2) years’ operational experience in housekeeping or front office
  • Four (4) years’ experience in a supervisory or management position of a rest camp, 3 -star lodge or hotel operation.
  • Computer literacy, MS Word, Excel and Power Point
  • Code 8 valid driver’s licence (essential)
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety, Reservations & Front Office Systems
  • A sound understanding of Eco-tourism, Sustainable Tourism, Customer Relations Management, Tourism & Service industry and Housekeeping
  • Good knowledge and understanding of the Tourism Industry and related legislations
  • The following soft skills are also highly important, namely, communication (verbal and written), customer service, financial management, conflict management, diversity management, leadership skills, project management and interpersonal skills
 
Responsibilities
  • Supervision of day-to-day activities in various tourism outlets
  • Sorting out of all operational problems/challenges in tourism outlets
  • Managing all Front Office, Housekeeping, and activities staff, to ensure that the courteous and efficient welcoming and departure procedure for guests are carried out.
  • Effective customer service by anticipating, meeting and exceeding the guests’ expectations utilizing the CRM system.
  • Ensure that Tourism Property Management System and Front Offices processes align with operational and procedural policies.
  • Responsible for the Front Office and Access Control administration daily in accordance with laid down procedures. Including financial management, asset management and inventory control SOP’s
  • Monitoring income and expenditure and manage budget efficiently.
  • Stock taking / control and ordering through co-ordination by policy, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Ensuring effective maintenance of tourism infrastructure, gardens and grounds to the highest standards.
  • Monthly stock takes and inventory counts done as per SANParks SOP’s.
  • Ensure compliance and adherence to OHS standards and regulations. Ensure the security, health and safety of guests and staff.
  • Supervision and development of staff that includes the planning of work schedules, evaluation of work and determining of training requirements.
  • Assist with the development of new tourism products and the marketing of the park and its facilities.
  • To ensure that the vehicle under their control is managed according to policy, including log sheet and administration of this.
  • Be on-call outside normal working hours to take charge of any emerging crisis affecting visitors and staff.
  • Responsible for HR related matters including administration of attendance registers.
  • Compliance to all SANParks SCM financial SOP’s.
  • To act in the absence of a Hospitality Services Manager when delegated.
 
Please Note
The remuneration package includes a cost-to-employer salary, based on the cost-to-employer salary scale of a position with a Paterson C4 job grade, and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Service of SANParks.
Official accommodation will be provided inside the park. It is an operational requirement for the successful candidate to live inside the park.
 
Salary R 332 134.77 – Max R 511 790.09
Paterson Grade C4
 
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
Applications must be accompanied by a Cover letter, CV, Certified copies of ID, Driver’s License, and relevant qualifications to be submitted to the following address:
USE THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE NUMBER ON YOUR APPLICATION:
AENP/A015

Application will only be completed when you have applied through the link: https://forms.office.com/r/5QSyb5euDC
and have submitted your all-relevant documents to the following email address: addovacancies@sanparks.org
ATT: Ilze Jonker
Human Resource Department
Addo Elephant National Park
PO Box 52
Addo
6105
Fax: 0867300793
 
Closing Date 23 June 2025