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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)
 
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PROGRAMME MANAGER: SUSTAINABLE FINANCING
 
The Organisation requires the services of a Programme Manager: Sustainable Financing in the Chief Operations Officer’s Division. This position will report to the GM. Sustainable Development and Management, and will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements
  • Be in possession of a Master’s degree or equivalent in resource/ environmental economics, business management, or environmental science.
  • Have a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in resource economics, environmental finance, business management, natural resource management, climate change mitigation, and biodiversity management.
  • Thorough understanding of the tourism and conservation industry.
  • Knowledge of tourism and hospitality-related policies that align with relevant legislation
  • Knowledge of implementing business improvement initiatives
  • Understanding of relevant legislation.
  • Project management
  • Knowledge of financial management principles.
  • Sound knowledge of the application of information systems.
  • Knowledge of governance and risk management principles
  • Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and Stakeholder Management.
  • Communication (verbal and written) skills
  • Influencing and negotiation skills
  • Interpersonal skills.
  • Presentation and facilitation skills
  • Change management skills
  • Financial management & reporting skills
  • Planning and organising skills.
  • Leadership and problem-solving skills
  • Strategic planning and stakeholder management skills
 
Responsibilities
  • Develop a strategic financing framework(s) in support of nature-based outcomes, including models for leveraging finance to fund various sustainability initiatives to green SANParks operations.
  • Understand develop and support the implementation of innovative nature-based financing solutions and mechanisms, including options for trading biodiversity and carbon credits and Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES).
  • Develop a procurement and sourcing strategy for meeting the sustainability expertise and knowledge required.
  • Strengthen and develop strategic alliances in support of nature-based outcomes within the implementation landscapes.
  • Create mechanisms for conservation-livelihood links, including carbon credits, impact bonds, corridor adherence payments, corridor insurance scheme
  • Create a local tourism carbon-offset program for non-avoidable carbon associated with travel which promotes SANParks as a responsible tourism destination.
  • Scope and develop the best use case for a Conservation Trust Fund or Endowment Fund for SANParks.
  • Support the sustainability reporting activities to internal and external stakeholders
 
Salary R786,730.21 – R1,289,862.03
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Human Capital Management
 
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).
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date 21 October 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HUMAN CAPITAL CLERK
 
A position exists for a Human Capital Clerk under the Human Capital Management (HCM) division within Kruger National Park, reporting to the Human Capital Practitioner. It should be noted that the successful candidate will be stationed in the Nxanatseni Region.
Location Kruger National Park
 
Requirements
  • A minimum of NQF Level 6 (National Diploma in Human Resource or Office Administration Diploma).
  • 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience
  • Computer skills: MS Packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook).
  • Relevant legislation, policies, regulations, and procedures related to the field
  • Numeracy Skills
  • The candidate must be discreet when handling confidential information
  • Speed writing/ shorthand writing
  • Good oral and written communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills
  • The candidate must have the following Skills: Active Listening, Service Orientation,
  • Coordination, Time Management and Telephone Etiquette
  • The candidate must be discreet when handling confidential information
  • Strong sense of responsibility and ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision
 
Responsibilities
  • Ensure proper administration of all appointments, employment applications, resignations, and promotions.
  • Timeous preparation and submission of salary instructions to supervisor for approval before submitting to Payroll.
  • Process payroll and resolve any errors on the side of HCM admin.
  • Enter all payroll/timekeeping information into the payroll system, including leave, flex time and bereavement.
  • Capture and maintain accurate employees Data on the Sage 300 System
  • Ensure the timely and correct leave administration on a monthly basis for all employees.
  • Maintenance of all Human Capital files ensuring that files are up to date and information is easily retrievable.
  • Provide administrative support for the department.
  • Respond to all internal and external HR-related inquiries or requests.
  • Provide statistical data to the Human Capital Practitioner for the preparation of monthly reports/statistics (appointments, deaths, promotions, etc.)
 
Please Note
  • Appointment will be made in line with the Employment Equity Plan.
  • Preference will be given to people with disabilities.
 
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:
Mixo Mashaba
Human Capital Management
 
Documents Required
  • Applicants who meet the requirements may please send their applications, accompanied by a CV, and recent certified copies of the qualifications.
  • NB: Only quote HUMAN CAPITAL CLERK in the subject line of your electronic application (email) and your application cover letter.
 
Closing Date 14 October 2024
 
 
 
 
 
 
BOARD COMMITTEE SECRETARY
 
The Organisation requires the services of a Board Committee Secretary. This position will report to the Board Secretary and will be based at SANParks Head Office in Groenkloof, Pretoria.
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements
  • Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7).
  • A CIS qualification will be an advantage.
  • Computer literacy especially MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
  • At least 3 years’ experience in a Board support role
  • Proven document drafting skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Planning and organising skills
  • Proven experience in drafting minutes and reports.
  • Must be willing to travel occasionally.
 
Responsibilities
  • Providing effective end-to-end administration for Board Committee meetings.
  • Drafting Board Committee Reports
  • Drafting minutes
  • Compilation of meeting packs.
  • Maintaining registers and records.
  • Budget preparation and monitoring.
  • Providing general administrative support to the Board Secretary.
 
 
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Human Resources Division
 
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).
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
 
Closing Date 11 October 2024