Conservation Manager

Full Time 1 month ago Skukuza, South Africa

Employment Information

Job Title: Conservation Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Lead and implement conservation programmes across a complex protected landscape.
    • Develop and execute conservation management plans and objectives.
    • Implement monitoring systems for ecosystem and species health.
    • Approve and oversee ecological research projects.
    • Manage habitat restoration and species reintroduction programmes.
    • Develop and implement fire management plans and act as Fire Control Officer.
    • Maintain biodiversity data systems and analyze ecological data.
    • Prepare detailed conservation reports and present findings to stakeholders.
    • Liaise with landowners and communities to promote conservation objectives.
    • Identify funding opportunities, manage grants, and represent the reserve in conservation forums.
    • Ensure compliance with conservation legislation, develop policies, and advocate for conservation-aligned policies.


Minimum Requirements:

    • Master’s degree in relevant field (PhD advantageous)
    • 8+ years’ experience in conservation management in a Big 5 environment
    • Knowledge of South African ecosystems, wildlife, and environmental legislation
    • Proficiency in MS Office, GIS, and conservation software
    • Experience in ecological research, monitoring, and data analysis
    • Excellent communication skills in English; Afrikaans and Shangaan advantageous
    • Valid firearm competency and driver’s license (Code 10 preferred)
    • Physically fit and able to work in remote environments

Sectors: Conservation / Reserve Environment
Functions: Management
Qualification Types: Post Graduate Degrees
Qualifications: Masters: Ecology, Masters: Environment Science, Masters: Conservation Biology

Skills: Leadership & Team Management, Ecological & Conservation Expertise, Analytical & Data Interpretation, Stakeholder & Community Engagement, Project & Financial Management, Resilience & Adaptability

How to Apply

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