Senior Field Ranger at Northern Cape Department: Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform

REQUIREMENTS :

• A grade 12 Certificate with proven 3 years’ experience in a Field Ranger environment and a Code EB driver’s license are the minimum requirements for appointment. Computer literacy will be an added advantage. After appointment the EMI course must be completed with designation as a Grade 5 EMI official. 

DUTIES :

• Assist with the protection of the Reserve and its natural environment resources (Plan and conduct nature conservation patrols; Inspect ad repair boundary fence; Warn visitors on unauthorized actions within the reserves and report non-compliance; and assist with fire management services, maintain the fire belts along fences and facilities, conduct block burns); Assist with monitoring of ecological processes, habitats and biodiversity in the reserves; (Gather biological and ecological data, Report on areas for rehabilitation; and monitor rehabilitation areas)
• Assist with the monitoring and control of recreational facilities (Control and monitoring of recreational activities; and maintenance of recreational facilities); Communicate with visitors to promote the value and use of the reserve (Plan and execute educational programmes, arrange the necessary equipment for and conduct presentation); Perform all administrative and related function which would include the following (Perform all administrative duties emanating from field ranger responsibilities, issuance of permits, writing of reports)