Fresh Positions at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• To drive camp vehicle and daily completion of the trip sheet
• To transport Equipment, Goods, and passengers as well as transporting staff outside the park to medical facilities
• To take responsibility for goods from point of loading to point of delivery.
• To collect and deliver the camp’s linen
• To assist with the general duties of the camp in the absence of the driving duties
• To conduct daily inspections of the vehicle according to a prescribed inspection sheet and report of defaults or accidents.
• To complete monthly vehicle log sheet.

Responsibilities

• Grade 12
• Code 10 (C) Driver’s license with a valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
• Minimum 3 years driving experience.
• Literate (Read and Write) in English
• Understanding of conservation and environmental issues.
• Good communication, interpersonal as well as problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.

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Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Code 08 EB License will be an advantage
• A minimum of 1 – 2 years of proven basic experience and proven practical experience in a maintenance field
• Technical training in one of the following technical environments will be an advantage; plumbing, electrical, carpentry, bricklaying, and Aircon and Refrigerator.
• Basic knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Ability to work under pressure and unfavourable conditions

Responsibilities

• To assist in carrying out related maintenance work such as General building, Civil works, Plumbing, Fencing, Carpentry and Road works in accordance with predetermined quality and standards
• To assist with material stock control record keeping and good housekeeping within their working areas
• Driving duties including transport of equipment, materials, and staff if and when needed
• Maintaining good housekeeping within their working areas, workshops, and surrounding areas
• Assist with other general tasks as instructed by the Supervisor
• Swimming pool cleaning and maintenance.
• Removal of unused or waste material

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Requirements

• Grade 12
• Physically good health
• The incumbent must have knowledge of health and safety in the workplace
• Ability to listen and objectively understand verbally conveyed messages)
• Relevant/ general working experience
• Good knowledge of tools, handling, and aftercare

Responsibilities

• Performing semi-skilled tasks that will include cleaning in the camp and gates.
• Perform cleaning duties including ablution facilities and surrounding areas.
• Keep equipment clean and in good working condition
• Assisting with other ad hoc tasks as required by Supervisor / Management.

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Requirements

• Grade 12.
• The incumbent must have hygiene and housekeeping skills
• The incumbent must have knowledge of health and safety in the workplace
• Communication skills both Written and Verbal (English)
• Supervisory skills will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge of tools, handling, and aftercare.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties including chalets, ablution facilities, and surrounding areas to prescribed set standards.
• Control inventory items.
• Reporting abnormalities including equipment and maintenance faults.
• Assist with the collection of supplies when necessary.
• Assist with general work in Rest Camp.
• Assist in laundry duties of the rest camp.

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Requirements

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities that are required for the job:
• Grade 12.
• The incumbent must have hygiene and housekeeping skills
• The incumbent must have knowledge of health and safety in the workplace
• Communication skills both Written and Verbal (English)
• Supervisory skills will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge of tools, handling, and aftercare.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties including chalets, ablution facilities, and surrounding areas to prescribed set standards.
• Control inventory items.
• Reporting abnormalities including equipment and maintenance faults.
• Assist with the collection of supplies when necessary.
• Assist with general work in Rest Camp.
• Assist in laundry duties of the rest camp.

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Requirements

• Grade 12.
• The incumbent must have hygiene and housekeeping skills
• The incumbent must have knowledge of health and safety in the workplace
• Communication skills both Written and Verbal (English)
• Supervisory skills will be an added advantage
• Good knowledge of tools, handling, and aftercare.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties including chalets, ablution facilities, and surrounding areas to prescribed set standards.
• Control inventory items.
• Reporting abnormalities including equipment and maintenance faults.
• Assist with the collection of supplies when necessary.
• Assist with general work in Rest Camp.
• Assist in laundry duties of the rest camp.

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Requirements

• Grade 12
• Experience with industrial cleaning equipment and products,
• Understanding of safety and hygiene requirements,
• Basic understanding of Hospitality/ Housekeeping standards,
• Organising and self-management skills,
• Basic understanding of customer services.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• To ensure that there is sufficient linen, crockery, cutlery, and other kitchen utensils etc.,
• Responsible for controlling and issuing the required stock to the Hut Attendants.
• To ensure that the linen room is manned at all times.
• To count operating stock according to the set standards and keep records at all times.
• To efficiently issue the required operating/ equipment/ linen to hut attendants according to the set standards.
• To ensure the cleanliness of the linen room at all times.
• To ensure that the soiled linen is counted correctly, send it out for washing and receive a good order from the laundry.
• To report all linen room-related issues to the supervisor at all times.
• To perform other ad hoc tasks.

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Requirements

• Grade 12
• Experience with industrial cleaning equipment and products,
• Understanding of safety and hygiene requirements,
• Basic understanding of Hospitality/ Housekeeping standards,
• Organising and self-management skills,
• Basic understanding of customer services.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• To ensure that there is sufficient linen, crockery, cutlery and other kitchen utensils etc.,
• Responsible for controlling and issuing the required stock to the Hut Attendants.
• To ensure that the linen room is manned at all times.
• To count operating stock according to the set standards and keep records at all times.
• To efficiently issue the required operating/ equipment/ linen to hut attendants according to the set standards.
• To ensure the cleanliness of the linen room at all times.
• To ensure that the soiled linen is counted correctly, send out for washing and receive good order from the laundry.
• To report all linen room-related issues to the supervisor at all times.
• To Perform Ad hoc tasks.

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in a Business-related field preferably Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, or Computer science.
• Should have 5 – 7 years of work experience in the IT, Audit Technology space and a minimum of 2 years of management experience.
• Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in areas of Infrastructure, IT security, and Operating Systems.
• Knowledge of IT auditing concepts and principles.
• Ability to evaluate and conduct reviews on a range of Hardware, Operating Systems, Databases, Network Infrastructure, and distributed applications.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports as required.
• Ability to perform control reviews on systems development, operations, programming, control, and security procedures and standards.
• Ability to review system backup, disaster recovery, and maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of software requirements for the auditing of computing systems and
• procedures.
• Knowledge of computer systems development and programming.
• Audit reports.
• Control summaries
• Work programs.
• Audit methodologies and developing key internal audit deliverables.
• Audit preparation software and an understanding of the impact of technology.
• COBIT.
• Internal control skills.
• Institute of Internal Auditor’s code of ethics and compliance requirements
• COSO.

Responsibilities

• Input into the risk-based internal audit plan for the entity.
• Advise on the design and documentation of the control framework for Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) with a focus on IT General Controls and Application/ Automated Controls, working with relevant managers within the business to ensure that control deficiencies are assigned remediation actions and owners and tracking accordingly.
• Develop the Risk and Control Matrix (RACM), process narratives, flowcharts, and other procedural documentation as needed for each engagement.
• Manage and perform IT Audits against internal audits plan, from planning through to reporting to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of controls and review of outputs, documenting all reviews performed in the automated audit management software.
• Perform more complex IT reviews and audits that have been included in the annual plan or that may arise based on the risk profile, under the supervision of the Chief Audit Executive.
• Assist with the coordination of external audits to coordinate walkthroughs, testing and monitor the progress of IT-related controls in line with agreed timelines.
• Work closely with the operational controls and IT GRC teams and advise on the implementation of required remediations relating to control deficiencies identified through internal and external audits.
• Develop and maintain key business stakeholder relationships.
• Assist with the preparation of Audit and Risk Committee materials for reporting and continual assurance purposes.
• Support the CAE with the administration of the department, in particular focus on driving data analytics for the function.
• Ownership of system administration role for the audit management software within the Internal Audit Department.

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Internal Audit, Accounting, or a related field.
• CA (SA) or CIA will be an added advantage.
• Should have 5-7 years of work experience in Public Sector internal auditing or auditing.
• Should have a minimum of 3 years of management experience.
• Should have a proficient understanding of internal audit processes including identifying and evaluating key risks and setting the audit scope.
• Should have good knowledge of the business environment and related legislative frameworks.
• Knowledge of the regulatory environment underpinning risk management.
• Possess advanced proficiency in fundamental audit competencies (risk management & control, communication, problem-solving, and financial analysis).
• Strong analytical skills.
• People management skills.
• Stakeholder engagement skills.
• Accounting and auditing skills.
• Communications skills.
• High-level reporting and writing skills.
• Financial management and budgeting skills.
• Proficient in computer skills.
• Report writing and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the department strategy and plan.
• Guide implementation of the overall strategic plan for the department.
• Guide the implementation of specific key performance indicators and measure against outcomes detailed in the departmental strategic plan.
• Collaborate with appropriate structures to ensure effective execution of policy and practices.
• Ensure that the team knows and understands SANParks’ policies.
• Develop the internal audit charter.
• Identify appropriate audit methodologies that are available including the use of technology
• Assist with the implementation of quality assurance reviews and training in their effective application.
• Drive the execution and completion of audits as per the annual audit plan.
• Identify performance gaps during the audit execution and audit staff competency proficiency gaps and advise business on areas of improvement.
• Provide technical advice to the audit staff on the technical application of the standards for the professional practices of internal audit.
• Determine the adequacy of the current risk management, controls, and governance processes as designed and represented by management.
• Ensure that quality and continuous improvements are fostered in the organisation’s control process.
• Assess the actual assurance provided, to whom the assurance is provided including the quality of the assurance.
• Conduct risk mapping using the strategic key operational and business unit level risk profiles to establish what risks are assured and by whom, and what risks should be assured and by whom.
• Design the blueprint for the combined assurance which includes the risk-based assurance coverage, analysed per assurance provider and management/ governance committee responsible.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of controls based on audits conducted to provide written assessments to the Board.
• Review internal audit reports for all audits performed in the department.
• Compile Audit and Risk Committee quarterly reports for the Audit and Risk Committee meetings.
• Maintain proactive and progressive relationships with key stakeholders.
• Engage with relevant internal stakeholders.
• Communicate with all levels of relevant stakeholders.
• Delegate inquiries and requests for information from both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure motivation and team cohesion.
• Provide leadership by ensuring that staff is performance-managed and developed.
• Ensure implementation of human capital processes, policies, and procedures and address deviations from policies.
• Management of the human capital unit.
• Ensure the periodic financial and strategic goals of SANParks as well as the performance expectations of the various teams are achieved.
• Report and review operational financial and non-financial goals.

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Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate
• Code C1 License, a PDP will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of 1 – 2 years of proven basic experience and proven practical experience in a maintenance field
• Technical training in one of the following Technical environments will be an advantage; plumbing, electrical, carpentry, bricklaying, and Aircon and Refrigerator.
• Basic knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• Ability to work under pressure and unfavourable conditions

Responsibilities

• To assist in carrying out related maintenance work such as General building, Civil works,
• Plumbing, Fencing, Carpentry, and Road works in accordance with predetermined quality and
  standards
• To assist with material stock control and record keeping keeping good housekeeping within
  their working areas
• Driving duties including transport of equipment, materials, and staff if and when needed
• Maintaining good housekeeping within their working areas, workshops, and surrounding areas
• Assist with other general tasks as instructed by the Supervisor
• Swimming pool cleaning and maintenance.
• Removal of unused or waste material

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a post-graduate degree in economics, business administration, conservation management, sustainable development, agriculture, or related field.
• At least 10 years experience in sustainable development and /or conservation.
• Experience in policy analysis, programme/project management, and community development.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in managing donor-funded projects will serve as an added advantage
• Understanding of biodiversity policy, legislation, and relevant strategies
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Team leadership
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Systems thinking
• Financial management skills
• Stakeholder engagement skills
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
• Diplomacy and conflict management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication, listening, and presentation skills
• Fluency in local languages
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide overall provincial administrative and coordination support to Vision 2040 implementation in identified mega-living landscapes.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership on biodiversity conservation, associated cultural heritage promotion, environmental sustainability, inclusive economic growth, regenerative tourism, and social cohesion in the respective mega-living landscapes.
• Oversee and guide the development and implementation of mega living landscape plans.
• Coordinate integrated project activities for relevant mega-living landscapes.
• Lead stakeholder engagement activities including communication, outreach, events, and relationship-building.
• Support the development of stakeholder engagement strategies and plans.
• Ensure involvement, participation, and strengthened role of communities, traditional leaders, and traditional health practitioners.
• Provide leadership and guidance on awareness raising, skills development, and environmental education.
• Promote research, integration of indigenous knowledge systems, and technology transfer.
• Provide leadership and guidance on appropriate governance structures, approaches and modalities for inclusive participation.
• Advise on communal and other land to be considered for the advancement of Vision 2040.
• Support the development of relevant policies, strategies, and programmes for Vision 2040 implementation.
• Assist in the development of reports, briefs, and other written materials.
• Support fund-raising efforts in respective provinces.
• Lead the mainstreaming of Vision 2040 into provincial growth and development strategies as well as municipal IDPs
• Identify challenges, threat,s and risks in the implementation of the Vision 2040 project and advise on inclusive solutions and mitigation

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a post-graduate degree in economics, business administration, conservation management, sustainable development, or related field.
• At least 10 years experience in economics, sustainable development, business development, and /or conservation.
• Experience in policy analysis, programme/project management, and community development.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in managing donor-funded projects will serve as an added advantage
• Understanding of biodiversity policy, legislation, and relevant strategies
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Team leadership
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Systems thinking
• Financial management skills
• Stakeholder engagement skills
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
• Diplomacy and conflict management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication, listening, and presentation skills
• Fluency in local languages
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide overall provincial administrative and coordination support to Vision 2040 implementation in identified mega-living landscapes.
• Provide strategic guidance and leadership on biodiversity conservation, associated cultural heritage preservation, environmental sustainability, inclusive economic growth, regenerative tourism, and social cohesion in the respective mega-living landscapes.
• Oversee and guide the development and implementation of mega living landscape plans.
• Coordinate integrated project activities for relevant mega-living landscapes.
• Lead stakeholder engagement activities, including communication, outreach, events, and relationship-building.
• Ensure involvement and participation and strengthen the role of communities, traditional leaders, and traditional health practitioners.
• Provide leadership and guidance on awareness raising, skills development, research, integration of indigenous knowledge systems, and technology transfer.
• Support the development of stakeholder engagement strategies and plans.
• Provide leadership and guidance on appropriate governance structures, approaches, and modalities for inclusive participation.
• Advise on communal and other land to be considered for the advancement of Vision 2040.
• Support the development of relevant policies, strategies, and programmes for Vision 2040 implementation.
• Assist in the development of reports, briefs, and other written materials.
• Support fund-raising efforts in respective provinces.
• Lead the mainstreaming of Vision 2040 into provincial growth and development strategies as well as municipal IDPs
• Identify challenges, threat,s and risks in the implementation of the project and advise on inclusive solutions and mitigation

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in business or public administration (a post-graduate degree will be an added advantage).
• Should have 5 years experience in administrative/secretarial support to Executive Management of high-level committees or high-level organisational committees.
• A proven track record of working in a conservation and/or Tourism environment will be an added advantage.
• Experience in drafting minutes and reports.
• Working experience in manual and electronic filing systems.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks i.e. PFMA. Treasury regulations, SANParks policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of administrative office procedures and systems.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
• Critical thinking skills
• Conflict management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Presentation, and computer literacy skills.
• Communication and listening skills.
• Financial management skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Coordination skills.
• Good interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual meeting schedule /calendar for the Vision 2040 governance structures at all levels
• Provide secretariat services for governance structures relating to the implementation of Vision 2040.
• Compile meeting packs for the governance structures and documents for relevant meetings.
• Develop and implement a system to track decisions arising from meetings of relevant governance structures.
• Provide effective end-to-end administration for the relevant governance structures.
• Provide administrative support to the Vision 2040 Project Lead and Project Manager.
• Coordinate logistics and travel arrangements for the Vision 2040 meetings, work sessions, briefings, site visits, and other events relating to Vision 2040 implementation.
• Manage the logistics for stakeholder engagement meetings for Vision 2040 implementation.
• Arrange meetings and related events for the Project Delivery Unit.
• Coordinate the administrative operations and workflows, including composing a variety of reports, correspondence, presentations, guidelines, or related material.
• Respond to queries and provide relevant information.
• Ensure proper filing of all meeting documentation.
• Perform financial, procurement, and other office administrative functions.
• Maintain registers and meeting records.
• Compile and translate data and information in order to provide and communicate information for decision-making and reporting.
• Monitor budgets and reconcile expenses.
• Coordinate maintenance requirements relevant to the work environment.
• Oversee the preparation and management of information flow, including proactive liaison with senior management in delivering this strategic support function.
• Perform other related ad hoc tasks.

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Requirements

• Grade 12 certificate.
• Code EB (code 8) is essential while a Code EC (code 10) driver’s license with a valid PDP will be an added advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on his/her own.
• Completed Trade Workers Development Programs and/or technical courses will serve as an added advantage.
• 3 Years of related experience in a general technical/maintenance field preferably in a rural environment.
• Do standby duties and work overtime on weekends & public holidays when required.

Responsibilities

• Physically carrying out unskilled and semi-skilled tasks such as Civil & Electrical maintenance, (minor electrical work), tiling, painting, plumbing, building, and welding in accordance with predetermined quality and productivity, and set standards.
• Trade related work such as repairs or routine maintenance to buildings, structures, services (water, electrical, sewerage and septic tank systems, and waste management), equipment, water pumps, etc.
• Daily vehicle, equipment, and electricity supply inspections, maintenance thereof and update of applicable log and time sheets.
• Assistance with fuel and oil provision to all departments
• Daily stock control and reporting and documentation of any anomalies to supervisor.
• General cleaning and upkeep of technical stores and equipment.
• Driving duties including transport of equipment, materials, and staff.
• Perform daily services throughout the park providing a clean, safe,e and pleasant environment for staff and visitors.

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Requirements

• A post-graduate qualification that includes a focus on Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or Stakeholder Engagement will be an added advantage
• 8 years experience in corporate communications, public relations, or stakeholder engagement environments with 5 years in a senior management position.
• Must exhibit a demonstrable ability to translate strategy into action.
• Must exhibit a demonstrable ability to communicate complex issues in a simple way.
• Legislative understanding (PFMA, NEMA, PAIA, POPI, etc.)
• In-depth comprehension of Public Relations, Media Relations, and Stakeholder Engagement Principles.
• Exposure to the communication environment in the public sector and/or state-owned entity will be an added advantage.
• Understanding of government protocols.
• Strategic planning, financial management skills, and interpersonal skills.
• People management, conflict management, and leadership skills.
• Project management skills, computer literacy, and networking skills.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage and operate in a matrix environment.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and implement strategic advocacy and stakeholder engagement solutions
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including communities, government, civil society, NGOs and private sector
• Maintain updated stakeholder segmentation across Mega Living Landscapes
• Provide strategic support and advice on stakeholder engagement, advocacy ,and communication
• Design and implement strategic advocacy and stakeholder engagement strategies and plans for the Vision 2040 Project
• Ensure appropriate ongoing engagements are maintained and led at the appropriate levels at all time
• Co-ordinate and facilitate stakeholder engagement events, workshops, and meetings
• Produce periodic stakeholder perception reports with proposed solutions
• Design and implement strategic communication and reputation management solutions
• Integrate approach to advocacy and stakeholder engagements to overall SANParks Integrated Strategic Communication Strategy
• Produce and publish content that enhances SANParks’ messaging and reputation.
• Identify, conceptualise and provide communication capacitation support and training for key, identified strategic role players.
• Implement sound Corporate Governance and financial management.
• Provide leadership, development, and management of Human Capital.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of relevant functional policies.

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a post-graduate degree in economics, business development, conservation management, sustainable development, or related field.
• At least 10 years experience in economics, sustainable development, and /or conservation.
• Experience in policy analysis, programme/project management, and community development.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in managing donor-funded projects will serve as an added advantage
• Understanding of biodiversity policy, legislation, and relevant strategies
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Team leadership
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Systems thinking
• Financial management skills
• Stakeholder engagement skills
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
• Diplomacy and conflict management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication, listening, and presentation skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide Specialist advice and guidance on sustainable and inclusive economic growth in national parks and identified mega-living landscapes.
• Develop and co-ordinate the implementation of inclusive economic growth strategies that promote conservation and sustainable development through inclusive approaches.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of organisational strategies, policies, and programmes related to inclusive economic growth.
• Design and manage programmes aimed at creating jobs and enhancing employability.
• Foster a resilient, biodiversity-driven economy that creates equitable opportunities, enhances local livelihoods, and conserves natural and cultural resources for present and future generations.
• Lead the identification and implementation of high-impact and game-changing economic development projects relating to biodiversity economy, restoration economy, community tourism, and cultural heritage promotion.
• Engage with stakeholders, including local communities, government, and the private sector to promote inclusive economic growth and sustainable development.
• Create an enabling environment for investment and improved competitiveness.
• Provide training and capacity building for communities in order to ensure that local communities are empowered to participate in the biodiversity and related economy in and around national parks as well as identified mega-living landscapes.
• Create a conducive environment for job creation and ensure that previously disadvantaged individuals and local communities equitably share in the benefits.
• Lead the establishment and empowerment of community-owned enterprises linked to national parks and mega-living landscapes in order to enhance community livelihoods and create market access for community-based enterprises within conservation-linked sectors.

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Requirements

• Post-graduate qualification in information, knowledge management, communication, environmental information management, environmental sciences, or related field.
•  Minimum of 5 years in information management relating to environmental/biodiversity conservation.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with experience in managing communication and stakeholder relations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex issues and provide solutions.
• Experience in information and knowledge management for landscape-level conservation initiatives
• Proficiency in project management software and systems for tracking progress and reporting.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication, listening, and presentation skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an information and knowledge management system outlining how information and knowledge will be created, utilized, shared, stored, and disseminated in support of the achievement of Vision 2040.
• Manage systematic identification, acquisition, organization, storage, retrieval, sharing, and utilization of information and knowledge to support decision-making for Vision 2040 implementation.
• Conduct needs assessment to identify information and knowledge management requirements including document management, knowledge bases, and collaborative platforms.
• Generation of knowledge through research and innovation.
• Documentation of the Vision 2040 process and approach, as well as explore a system of storing this knowledge and information in a manner that makes it accessible and usable, within the ambit of relevant legislative prescripts.
• Sharing knowledge across the organization and with external stakeholders.
• Advise on the application of knowledge to improve decision-making, innovation, and organizational performance.
• Identifying information knowledge needs and assessing information and knowledge quality for accuracy and completeness.
•  Develop tools for storing, managing, and retrieving documents.
• Identify platforms for storing, managing,g and retrieving documents.
• Assess the effectiveness of information and knowledge areas of improvement.
• Advise on leveraging information and knowledge to drive business success and sustainability

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a post-graduate degree in conservation, community development, and/or social sciences or related fields.
• At least 10 years experience in economics, sustainable development,t and /or conservation.
• Experience in policy analysis, programme/project management, and community development.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in managing donor-funded projects will serve as an added advantage
• Understanding of biodiversity policy, legislation, and relevant strategies
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Team leadership
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Systems thinking
• Financial management skills
• Stakeholder engagement skills
• Monitoring and evaluation skills
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
• Diplomacy and conflict management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Planning and organising skills
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication, listening, and presentation skills
• Fluency in local languages
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Provide Specialist advice and guidance on the integration of Vision 2040 goals into policies, strategies, and programmes to enhance social cohesion in mega-living landscapes.
• Integration, mainstreaming, and embedding of transformation across the organisation.
• Identify research gaps, advise on key research undertake research analysis on social cohesion, and ensure integration of Indigenous knowledge systems.
• Identify challenges, barriers, threats, and risks to social cohesion in mega-living landscapes and propose inclusive solutions.
• Lead community engagement including with traditional leaders, traditional healers, and community forums at all levels in the implementation of Vision 2040.
• Strengthen the role of community stakeholders in decision-making relating to conservation, access, benefit sharing, and transformation in the mega living landscapes.
• Facilitate dialogue among communities and between communities and other stakeholders in pursuance of Vision 2040.
• Identify key interventions to promote co-governance in the management of natural and cultural resources in mega-living landscapes.
• Identification of appropriate structures and approaches for collaboration with stakeholders in mega-living landscapes at all levels.
• Oversee the development of a robust program of action for land reform for mega-living landscapes in collaboration with relevant institutions.
• Co-ordinate the development of an integrated environmental education programme for the organisation and promote sharing of knowledge and information;
• Co-operate with and provide guidance to relevant teams at SANParks on matters relating to integrated transformation.

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Project Management, Strategic Planning/Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in project management, strategic planning, or programme implementation, preferably in a conservation, public/ private sector environment.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate with senior leadership.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and advocacy
• Monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with experience in managing communication plans and stakeholder relations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex issues and provide solutions.
• Planning and organising skills
• Experience in developing fundraising strategies and managing relationships with funding partners.
• Experience in identifying and mitigating project risks.
• Proficiency in project management software and systems for tracking progress and reporting.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
• Critical thinking and analytical skills
• Financial management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication, listening and presentation skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Lead overall project planning and management of Vision 2040.
• Provide technical and administrative support to the Project Lead in realigning the organisation’s operating model and the business models of various business units to reflect the strategic intent of Vision 2040.
• Support the translation of the High-Level Strategy into an implementation plan.
• Ensure integration across the milestones and alignment of project implementation activities with Vision 2040 and SANParks strategic objectives.
• Manage the scheduling of meetings, workshops, and events relating to the implementation of Vision 2040.
• Provide secretariat services for all meetings relating to the Vision 2040 Project.
• Foster partnerships and relationships with key stakeholders, including neighbouring communities and government agencies, to support Vision 2040 objectives.
• Drive collaboration across departments to ensure the smooth execution of strategic initiatives and encourage innovation in business models, working methods, and processes.
• Develop project budget, manage allocated funds, and provide financial reports in line with organizational financial policies and prescripts.
• Manage human resources, including recruitment, performance management, etc
• Identify risks associated with the implementation of strategic initiatives and develop mitigation strategies to ensure objectives are met.
• Implement a robust monitoring, evaluation, and reporting (MER) system to track the progress of strategic initiatives and KPIs.
• Prepare and present periodic reports to senior leadership and the board on the status of projects, risks, and proposed solutions.
• Provide inputs on the development and implementation of the stakeholder engagement and advocacy strategy.
• Develop and implement an information and knowledge management system outlining how information and knowledge will be created, utilized, shared, stored, and disseminated.

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a degree or national diploma in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement Economics or Environment,
• 2 years experience in in stakeholder engagement.
• Comprehension of Public Relations, Media Relations, and Stakeholder Engagement Principles.
• Exposure to the communication environment in the public sector and/or state-owned entity will be an added advantage.
• Project management skills, computer literacy, and networking skills.
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage and operate in a community environment.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and working with diverse stakeholders.
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity
• Ability to work independently and under pressure

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of advocacy and stakeholder engagement solutions for Vision 2040 implementation.
• Identify, analyse, and prioritize key stakeholders including community, government, NGOs, and private sector.
• Develop and maintain a stakeholder database to track engagement activities.
• Work with SANParks teams across the organisation to provide guidance and support as well as ensure

collaboration

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including communities, government, civil society, and private sector
• Provide support and advice on stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and communication
• Disseminate target communication materials, including newsletters, reports, and presentations to promote Vision 2040Ensure appropriate ongoing engagements are maintained and led at the appropriate levels at all time
• Co-ordinate and facilitate stakeholder engagement events, workshops, and meetings
• Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices in stakeholder engagement

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Requirements

• Preferably be in possession of a National Diploma in Secretarial or Business Administration.
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience providing secretarial and PA support to an executive
• Have a basic understanding about SANParks and its priorities
• Other required skills set are:-
• Computer literate with proficiency in the use of Microsoft and various online platforms.
• Business communication skills.
• Understanding of protocol.
• Understanding of organisational systems and procedures.
• Basic understanding of an organisation’s financial system.
• Customer relations management.
• Understanding of office etiquette.
• Ability to deal with / manage stress.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Conflict management skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Administrative and organisational skills.
• Time management skills.
• Project management skills
• Listening skills
• Understanding Conservation, Tourism and Vision 2040 will be an advantage

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage and coordinate the Head: Corporate Communications and Spokesperson’s office, diary, and traveling needs.
• Ensure adherence to policy as indicated in policy documents.
• Effectively manage expenditure.
• Design and implement an effective filing and record keeping system of the Head: Corporate Communications and Spokesperson.
• Manage the flow of information in the division and the office of the Head: Corporate Communications and Spokesperson.
• Ensure proper liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and events relating to the Head: Corporate Communications and Spokesperson.
• Ensure proper management of assets within the division.
• Provide administrative support to projects and the Head: Corporate Communications and Spokesperson.
• Ensure divisional compliance with the records management system.
• Compile reports, correspondence, business documents, and minutes.
• Attend required meetings of the Head of Communication when so required, and must also keep record of deliberations which, once approved Head: Corporate Communications and Spokesperson, must be shared with parties that were in attendance.

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Requirements

• Be an unemployed graduate age 18 – 35
• Must be a South African Citizen
• Have completed a Bachelor Degree/National Diploma (NQF 6/ NQF 7) under the above-mentioned discipline/ fields of study from a South African Public Higher Education Institution (HEI)
• Must not have previously been employed nor participated in an internship/ placement programme

Responsibilities
Qualification  

• Diploma / B Degree in Communication, Journalism or Public Relations

 Department

• Communications, Knysna Regional Office – Garden Route National Park    1 X  

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Requirements

• Be an unemployed graduate age 18 – 35
• Must be a South African Citizen
• Have completed a Bachelor Degree/National Diploma (NQF 6/ NQF 7) under the above-mentioned discipline/ fields of study from a South African Public Higher Education Institution (HEI)
• Must not have previously been employed nor participated in an internship/ placement programme
• Must reside within the Eastern Cape Province

Responsibilities
Qualification  

• Diploma / B Degree in Building or Civil Engineering

 Department

• Technical Services Department

Number allocated

• 1X

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The following qualifications are required: 
Qualification    

• N6/Diploma in Financial Accounting/Internal Audit    

Department  

• Finance  

 Number allocated

• 1 X Student

 WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY?

 To qualify for the Internship Placement Programme, you must-

• Be an unemployed graduate age 18 – 35
• Must be a South African Citizen
• Have completed an N6/National Diploma (NQF 6) under the above-mentioned discipline/ fields of study from a South African Public Higher Education Institution (HEI)
• Must not have previously been employed nor participated in an internship/ placement programme