Regional General Manager: Northern at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• NQF Level 8 qualification in Conservation/Tourism Management, or any other related qualification.
• An NQF level 9 in related discipline or MBA will serve as an added advantage.
• Must have 7-10 years ‘experience on senior management level.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, protected area regulations, and SANParks conservation policies.
• Working knowledge of relevant conservation legislation
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Sound knowledge of statutory governing National Parks incl. NEMA: PAA, MPA, PFMA, etc.
• Good written and verbal communication, negotiation, project management, conflict resolution and community liaison skills
• Sound knowledge in implementing sound governance and financial management.
• Willingness to work long and irregular hours as well as extensive travelling.
• Sound organisational, administrative and negotiation skills.
• A valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• To coordinate and manage the Human Capital and Financial Management functions for the Northern Region.
• To manage, monitor and report on the Northern Region’s divisional Scorecard and Business Plan.
• To provide effective strategic management and leadership for the region.
• To ensure implementation and monitoring of the regional business plan.
• To ensure effective planning and management of Tourism operations for the region.
• To ensure effective conservation management for the region.
• To ensure effective constituency building with neighbouring communities and other Stakeholders for the region.
• To implement sound governance and financial management for the region.
• To lead, develop and manage the Human Capital of the region.
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all parks within the region, aligned with SANParks’ corporate strategy and conservation objectives.

Closing Date

26 February 2026