Active Jobs at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• A National Diploma in Nature Conservation or equivalent e.g., a tertiary qualification in Wildfire Management with required equivalent credits to a diploma is essential and a B.Sc., B. Tech, or equivalent would be desirable.
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience in conservation management, 3 years of Ranger or fire team supervision, with specific experience in fire suppression experience direct attack, prescribed burning and fuel reduction burns
• Basic firefighting (Wildlands)
• Divisional Supervisor Training (Advantage would be Ops Section Chief/ Logistics Section Chief/ Planning Section Chief
• IC Type 5 (IC type 4 and higher would be an advantage)
• Basic course module in fire behaviour.
• Code 8 (Code 10 would be an added advantage)
• Experience as an Environmental Management Inspector
• Knowledge and application of Environmental Law.
• Conflict management and problem resolution.
• Computer Literacy.
• Experience in drawing up, managing and controlling budgets.
• An understanding of SANParks Regulations and Code of Conduct.
• Knowledge of National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act

Added Advantages:

• VHS radio operators’ licence will be an added benefit
• 1st Aid Level 1 (Added benefit would be 1st Aid Advanced)
• ICS levels 1 & 2 & 3 (Added benefit would be 400 to 700)
• Ideally, the person should have experience in heavy vehicle 4X4 operations, pumps, and basic mechanical understanding.

Responsibilities

• To ensure that the environmental ethics with regard to the protection and conservation of natural and cultural resources are upheld
• To plan and execute environmental conservation management in line with the SANParks Annual Performance Plan
• To ensure the ecological integrity of the park in line with the SANParks mission and vision, all other relevant legislation, as well as the Park Management Plan, policies, procedures, and guidelines
• To contribute towards an improved representative conservation estate of the area e.g., by applying prescribed burning for ecological enhancement, managing fire risks and promoting fire awareness to visitors and the general public on the periphery of the Park
• To effectively manage eco-systems, species, and cultural heritage assets
• To create diversified and enhanced tourism opportunities and experiences in terms of providing a fire-safe environment for visitors and tourists
• To optimize contributions to the green economy by implementing community-based socio-economic initiatives
• To enhance Stakeholder Engagement by promoting close cooperation with neighbouring communities and other role-players as part of constituency building and economic empowerment within the region
• To positively lead, manage and develop the Human Capital of the Section and encourage participatory management
• To manage, plan, coordinate and conduct effective anti-crime operations by effective use of available intelligence, manpower and equipment on a continued reactive and pro-active basis
• To facilitate the development and management of a contractual park or any co-management agreement in the park, in collaboration with other departments
• To perform a wide range of duties in different fields of conservation and people management within a broader regional context
• To develop and implement an annual plan of operations according to scientific systems and the annual performance plan
• To apply accountable corporate governance, and financial sustainability, as well as to ensure a conducive working environment

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Requirements

• Be in possession of an LLB (Bachelor of Law) degree with commercial and property law.
• Should have 4 – 6 years of legal advisor experience.
• Have 1 -3 years of practicing as conveyancer.
• Have commercial and property law experience.
• Understanding of commercial and contract law.
• Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the environmental law and administrative law.
• Advanced knowledge of property law.
• Interpretation of statutes.
• Knowledge of business objectives and strategies.
• Good writing and drafting skills.
• Time management skills.
• Communications skills

Responsibilities

• Deliver an effective and efficient legal support function in respect of land and boundary matters in the KNP and other national parks when required.
• Ensure compliance to internal policies and processes.
• Ensure compliance to all relevant legislation.
• Draft contracts relevant to the land audit.
• Draft legal opinions.
• Establish and manage the database pertaining to land owned and managed by SANParks in respect of the KNP and other national parks.
• Build and maintain purposeful stakeholder relationships (internal and external).
• Provide legal support regarding the KNP land inclusion, cooperative and contractual management agreement protocols as well as land/property matters in general.
• Initiate declaration and withdrawal of declaration processes, as well as attend to legal matters arising from KNP boundary determination.
• Create and maintain a culture of good corporate governance and proactive project and financial management.

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a National Diploma in Accounting/ Finance or equivalent
• Have 2 – 3 years of experience in a Finance environment and general ledger reconciliation.
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s license
• A working knowledge of PFMA.
• A working knowledge of National Treasury regulations.
• A working knowledge of procurement and asset management systems or practices.
• A working knowledge of the application of policies and procedures.
• A working knowledge of tools and techniques for asset verification.
• Computer literacy skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Numeracy Skills.
• Communication (verbal and written) skills
• Attention to detail skills
• Time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the annual physical verification of assets for all the allocated areas in the Park
• Implement corporate policy and procedure on fixed assets.
• Maintain an updated fixed asset register.
• Coordinate and manage the movement of assets (acquisition, transfers, disposal, etc.).
• Coordinate and facilitate asset auctions within parks.
• Monitor and report on the Capex budget for the region.
• Implement risk management practices for asset management.
• Update the general ledger accounts for financial statements.
• Coordinate the capitalisation of asset related capital projects.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by supervisor

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a B.Com Degree in Accounting/ Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent.
• Registration with a professional body will be an added advantage (SAIPA, ACCA, CIMA, SAICA).
• Have a minimum of 5 (five) years of experience in a financial management position.
• Experience in Financial Accounting, audits, and financial management of projects.
• Understanding the Public Finance Management Act and Supply Chain Management regulations.
• Experience working with Great Plains or other financial accounting packages will be an added advantage.
• A valid Code 08 driver’s license.
• Microsoft Office software competency

Responsibilities

• Effective financial management of Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) and Infrastructure projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and organizational policies and procedures.
• Responsible for an accounting system to provide accurate and timely financial information and reconciliations.
• To develop, enhance, implement, and enforce internal control systems.
• Manage project-specific audits, and internal and external audits for projects.
• Responsible for the submission of progress payment reports and financial information.
• Manage and maintain a record system of financial documentation.
• Maintain an up-to-date fixed asset register and manage inventory.
• Oversee the unit’s supply chain management function.
• Manage the budget and finances for the unit.
• Lead and develop unit finance staff.
• Liaison with funders and role-players.