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SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL PARKS (SANPARKS)
 


​GENERAL MANAGER: STRATEGY & BUSINESS PLANNING
 
The Organisation requires the services of a General Manager: Strategy & Business Planning in the Chief Operating Officer’s Division. This position will be based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria. The above position will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer.
Location Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
 
Requirements
  • Be in a position of an NQF Level 7 in Business Administration, Economics, Business Strategy, or related field.
  • Have 10 to 15 years of experience in senior management or related roles.
  • Have experience in strategy development, business analysis, or corporate development.
  • Have a proven track record of leading cross-functional teams, developing and executing strategies, and making high-level decisions that have a measurable impact on the organisation.
  • Knowledge of project management.
  • Knowledge of programme management.
  • An understanding of financial management.
  • Knowledge of organisational design.
  • Knowledge of corporate strategy management.
  • An understanding of PFMA and relevant regulations.
  • Knowledge of the King IV report on corporate governance.
  • Knowledge of human resource management.
  • Knowledge of statistical methods.
  • Knowledge of change management.
  • Exceptional analytical skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage multiple projects, and inspire cross-functional collaboration.
  • Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and critical thinking skills, with a focus on long-term planning.
  • Expertise in market trends, competitor analysis, and identifying growth opportunities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly in presenting complex strategies to senior leadership or stakeholders.
  • Presentation and facilitation skills.
  • Leadership skills.
  • Business acumen.
 
Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of the organization’s overall strategy and align with the government. priorities and programmes.
  • Include long-term visioning, growth opportunities, and risk management.
  • Translate strategy through strategy map and scorecards.
  • Formulating and implementing policies and procedures to support strategic objectives.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to define business goals and direction.
  • Integrate and cascade strategic priorities with other support functions.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats. Develop multiple future scenarios.
  • Use data and insights to inform strategic decision-making and long-term planning.
  • Assess potential risks associated with strategic initiatives and create mitigation plans.
  • Continuously review organisational strategy.
  • Ensure business strategies are adaptable in a changing environment.
  • Identifying and mitigating potential risks to strategic initiatives.
  • Overseeing the allocation and utilization of resources to support strategic goals.
  • Manage, monitor strategy execution and initiatives.
  • Track the implementation of Performance and Operational Plans and monitor performance against set outcomes and outputs.
  • Prepare and present high-quality and compliant performance reports against approved Strategic, Annual Performance and Annual Operational Plans to senior management, the Board, the Executive Authority and the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, as prescribed.
  • Monitor and report on the progress of the strategy to senior management and the Board.
  • Communicate the company’s vision, strategy, and results to stakeholders.
  • Managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring financial viability of strategic and performance plans.
  • Oversee the creation of business plans, budgets, and forecasts to support strategic initiatives.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of planning, reporting, and monitoring & evaluation systems with optimal utilisation of technology.
  • Build relationships with other industry leaders, attend conferences, and stay connected to thought leaders in the field to gain new perspectives.
  • Communicating and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for strategic initiatives.
  • Communicate strategy to relevant stakeholders and secure and build consensus.
  • Coordination and reporting on the participation of SANParks in the Environmental Sector Intergovernmental Structures.
  • Encourage teamwork and collaboration.
  • Assist and support SANParks wellness programs.
  • Coordinate trauma counselling and legal support for staff.
  • Implement the personal performance management and learning & development programme of the team.
  • Oversee compliance with internal and external audit requirements related to strategy and business performance management.
  • Oversee and ensure the integration of strategic risk considerations in strategy and business performance instruments.
  • Implement relevant labour relations prescripts as and when required.
  • Ensure and monitor compliance with the PFMA and its regulations in implementing the scope of the department.
  • Ensure the relevant governance instrument framework related to the function is in place, reviewed, and enforced.
 
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
Only interested persons who meet the above stated requirements should apply using the link below: https://forms.office.com/r/Rjq8PkC28c
Supporting documents such as a Detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID & Drivers License, and other relevant documents must be sent to:
Human Capital Management
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA
0001
Fax: 086 295 4078
E-mail: Recruitments@sanparks.org
 
Closing Date 24 April 2025










​INVENTORY CONTROLLER
 
A vacancy currently exists for an Inventory Controller in the Administration Department at Addo Elephant National Park, Main Camp. The successful candidate will report to the Officer: Financial Control Receivables (FCO).
Location Addo Elephant National Park
 
Requirements
  • Higher Certificate in Inventory Management/Public Administration Management/Logistics
  • 2-3 years’ experience in managing Warehouse/Inventory storerooms/ stock control.
  • Valid driver’s license will be an added advantage.
  • Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Packages.
  • A working knowledge of relevant legislation, including PFMA; PPPFA; SANParks Policies, General Procurement Guidelines and CIDB prescripts.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
  • People Management skills
  • Attention to detail, planning and organizing skills
  • Applicant must be flexible and have the ability to meet tight deadlines and work without supervision and work flexible hours.
 
Responsibilities
  • Procurement of Inventory stock for all departments, camps and sections in Addo.
  • Receiving of stock, updating stock cards and Inventory Stock sheet.
  • Sign off on Tax Invoices and submission of document pack to finance for review, processing and payment.
  • Issuing of stock as per duly signed and approved Request forms.
  • Updating Stock cards and Stock sheet for stock issued to update stock levels.
  • Establish a stock level for all items in the Warehouse to prevent running out of stock on any items.
  • Ensure RFQ’s get send out timeously to maintain stock levels.
  • Monthly stock taking to be conducted to ensure that theoretical and physical stock on hand balances, and if any variances picked up, to report it, follow up and address it.
  • Weekly meetings with Financial Control Officer and Finance Manager to report on matters, any issues, experienced for assistance and guidance.
  • To attend OHS/other meetings to stay updated on any changes/new activities or if a need for any new items, or items other than stock to be procured.
  • Obsolete stock to be reported and to be written off bi-annually, at Half Year and Year End.
  • Maintain good relationships with all end users, camps, sections and departments to ensure we fulfil their needs in terms of Inventory Stock.
  • Month End submission of Inventory Stock documentation to the FCO for review and compilation of journals for issues to be processed to various cost codes.
  • To draw financial reports on Great Plains for monthly reporting and submissions.
  • Any Ad hoc duties related to the line of work.
 
Salary R293,132.88
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: INVENTORY CONTROLLER
Application will only be completed when you have applied through the link: https://forms.office.com/r/dVNFavPkhH and have submitted your all-relevant documents to the following email address: addovacancies@sanparks.org
For Postage:
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
 
Closing Date 25 April 2025