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CapeNature is the biodiversity conservation authority in the Western Cape, South Africa promoting sustainable eco-tourism and access.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Protected Area Expansion and the Management of the Conservation Estate
- Protected area expansion planning priorities informed by the WPAES and BSP and associated conservation intelligence are implemented.
- Ensure effective Integrated Management and expansion of the Protected Area Estate.
- Ensure implementation of the Landscape South Stewardship Expansion Strategy as well as Annual Plan of Operations related to the Stewardship Protected Areas.
- Contribute towards peer learning in the field of protected area expansion.
- Projects identified in the Ecological matrix implemented.
- Submission of data to relevant databases (SOB, Game database).
- Attend meetings with the ecological coordinator to review the projects as required.
Ensure effective compliance monitoring on and off reserves in order to protect biodiversity
- Ensure effective compliance monitoring and general environmental crime prevention and investigations on and off reserves in order to protect biodiversity.
- Participate in investigations/joint operations with regards to non-compliance with legislation or report non-compliance to relevant authorities.
- Issue admission of guilt fines and compile and assist with case dockets.
- Conduct mandatory inspections & submit reports for applications received (including habitat assessments, TOPS permits, CITES endorsements & damage causing animals/injured wildlife interventions).
- Provide recommendations on permit applications to Compliance Biodiversity Conservation.
- Review, comment on and recommend management plans and risk assessments received.
- Complete quarterly register and submit databases.
Leadership and management to advocate for behavioural change and promote voluntary compliance
- Increase awareness, extension, and established community involvement in protected area management to promote conservation off reserves.
Initiate, drive, manage, monitor, and maintain partnerships and stakeholder relations that benefit Conservation Management
- Leadership and management to enhance biodiversity resilience through targeted ecosystem conservation and restoration initiatives.
- Improved formal communication structures are implemented.
- Ensure that legislative, policy, and strategy changes are disseminated to relevant stakeholders (external and internal as may be required).
- Submit inputs/comments on draft legislation, policies, strategies, protocols & other prescripts.
Overall accountability for ensuring performance, governance, financial management and risk management.
- Effective induction, orientation, training/mentoring and development of staff.
- Implement the Performance Management System.
- Provide opportunities for intra and inter landscape experiential training.
- Management specific reporting.
- Ensure effective health and safety management.
- Ensure effective financial and administrative management of the component.
- Ensure an enabling environment is created for formal and informal partnerships to mitigate risks to biodiversity.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience
- National Diploma in Nature Conservation / equivalent qualification at NQF 6 in a Nature Conservation field.
- At least 5 years’ management experience in the Conservation Sector.
- A valid EB (Code 8) driver’s license.
- Working knowledge of MS Office with QGIS (or equivalent) advantageous.
- Bilingualism in at least 2 of the official languages of the Western Cape.
- Working knowledge and understanding of Environmental Legislation.
- Experience in the implementation of Stewardship methodology.
- Peace Officer Certificate.
- Valid Environmental Management Inspectorate (EMI) Certificate.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
KRA 1 – NATURE CONSERVATION AND INTEGRATED CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT
- Assist with field tasks related to nature conservation, monitoring and surveillance
- Assist with integrated annual operations and work plan tasks
- Assist with the implementation of ecological programmes and monitoring and surveillance, data collection and record keeping
- Assist with alien invasive plant density verifications and inspections and firebreak assessments and inspections
- Execute firefighting duties as per standards and protocols
- Assist with risks, threats and hazards identification and report to management
- Assist with fauna and flora management on the reserve; indigenous, invasive and exotic
- Assist with the ecological restoration of degraded areas
- Perform stand-by duties as per duty rosters and respond timeously to call outs and incident response
KRA 2 – ECO-TOURISM, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
- Provide visitors with information regarding the nature reserve, fauna, flora and conditions for access to the nature reserve
- Assist with gate guard duties when gate guards are on training or engaged with other duties as assigned by management
- Monitor and manage visitor behaviour and report incidents
- Ensure CapeNature’s customer care principles are maintained and implemented
- Assist with guest check-in and check-out procedures
- Assist with search and rescue operations in keeping with protocols and procedures
- Assist stakeholder engagement officers and field rangers with the implementation of environmental education and awareness programmes
- Perform Environment Control Officer (ECO) duties for film / photo shoots and events
KRA 3 – MAINTENANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND EQUIPMENT
- Ensure the terrain is clean, neat and tidy at all times
- Undertake and/or assist with structure protection of office and eco-tourism nodes
- Manage stores and associated assets
- Identify maintenance needs and assist with the development of maintenance and repairs schedules:
- Office buildings and stores, accommodation units, camping and picnic areas, ablutions and pools
- Roads, trails, walkways and boardwalks
- Fences, gates, booms and access management structures, and other infrastructure, e.g. water reticulation systems
- Tools and equipment
- Vehicles
- Gardens and terrain
- Signage (for operational and visitor information purposes)
- Implement the maintenance schedule as prescribed
KRA 4 – OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS), ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES
- Participate in OHS assessments and OHS toolbox talks and provide input for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)
- Ensure compliance with OHS procedures and standards
- Assist with identification and mitigation of risks and threats in the work environment.
- Assist with obtaining quotes for purchases related to duties.
- Assist with administrative duties as and when required and adhere to CapeNature protocols and procedures
- Assist with the preparation of fire logs and reports as and when required
- From time to time, assist with supervision of contract staff and students
- As and when required, assist with training of contract staff and students
- Participate in meetings as required by management
- Undertake transport duties
KRA 5 – LAW ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING
- Assist with patrols as per compliance plans and duty roster
- Report instances of unauthorised activities and/or non-compliance with access permit conditions
- Undertake permit checks and inspections at entrance points and within the Nature Reserve
- Participate in law enforcement operations and the manning of observation points
- Assist in the response to incidents of non-compliance / unauthorised activities
MINIMUM REQU2IREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12
- At least two years of related experience
- A valid code B driver’s license at least two years old from the date of issue
- Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet and online platforms)
- No criminal record
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
Enhance biodiversity resilience through targeted ecosystem conservation, restoration initiatives and effective protected area management.
- Ecological tasks: Carry out ecological projects as per the Protected Area Ecological Matrix and any other biodiversity conservation related tasks as required for the effective management of the Protected Area.
- Alien invasive species management: Carry out alien invasive species management in the Protected Area .
- Heritage tasks: Carry out identified functions related to historical, cultural, archaeological and palaeontological asset management in the Protected Area.
Assist with protected area conservation in ways that address biodiversity loss in key biodiversity areas.
- Planning: Take part in and contribute to the planning processes for the Protected Area
- Quality control: Undertake quality control of integrated annual operations plan projects and/or other projects in field.
- Reporting: Prepare reports and carry out reporting on activities as required.
- Maintenance: Carry out infrastructure, vehicle, vessel and equipment maintenance functions as required for the Protected Area.
- Partnerships and collaborative activities: Perform functions as required for collaborative activities throughout the Landscape (MOA/U support and/or compliance).
Contribute to conservation in promoting the biodiversity economy and enhancing biodiversity access and sustainable use.
- Job creation: Support the implementation of targeted biodiversity economic activities to promote job creation, work opportunities, and livelihood support.
- Access: Manage access to the Protected Area for recreational, educational, training, research, traditional, cultural and spiritual purposes; manage volunteers and citizen scientists.
- Eco-tourism and visitor liaison: Support eco-tourism and visitor liaison activities as and when required for the Protected Area.
Contribute to conservation action to advocate for a nature positive future through behavioural change and voluntary compliance.
- Environmental awareness: Carry out environmental awareness activities.
- Capacity building: Carry out capacity building activities.
- Compliance monitoring and law enforcement: Carry out compliance monitoring and law enforcement activities as per integrated workplans, compliance plans, joint operations plans, as well as any other proactive and reactive actions necessary for the effective management of the Protected Area.
Take accountability for performance, governance, risk management and equality in the workplace.
- Health and safety: Participate in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) assessments and OHS toolbox talks and provide input for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA); Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety standards and requirements.
- Incident preparedness and response, e.g. fires, disasters (e.g. floods, oil spill, vessel grounding), disease outbreaks, marine wildlife strandings, and search and rescues: Carry out firefighting, disaster management, incident response and rescue operations as required for the Protected Area.
- Administration: Carry out necessary administrative tasks.
- Training: Undergo relevant training as and when required.
- Supervision: Undertake supervision of Conservation Assistants, contract staff, students and volunteers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12
- At least 2 years’ experience with an emphasis on protected areas.
- A valid driver’s license with at least three years’ driving experience.
- A working knowledge of enforcement operations.
- Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, GIS).
- Knowledge and experience in ecological monitoring and law enforcement.
- Knowledge and experience in firefighting and incident response.
- Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
- No criminal record.
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RESPONSIBILITIES:
KRA 1 – NATURE CONSERVATION AND INTEGRATED CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT
- Assist with field tasks related to nature conservation, monitoring and surveillance
- Assist with integrated annual operations and work plan tasks
- Assist with the implementation of ecological programmes and monitoring and surveillance, data collection and record keeping
- Assist with alien invasive plant density verifications and inspections and firebreak assessments and inspections
- Execute firefighting duties as per standards and protocols
- Assist with risks, threats and hazards identification and report to management
- Assist with fauna and flora management on the reserve; indigenous, invasive and exotic
- Assist with the ecological restoration of degraded areas
- Perform stand-by duties as per duty rosters and respond timeously to call outs and incident response
KRA 2 – ECO-TOURISM, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
- Provide visitors with information regarding the nature reserve, fauna, flora and conditions for access to the nature reserve
- Assist with gate guard duties when gate guards are on training or engaged with other duties as assigned by management
- Monitor and manage visitor behaviour and report incidents
- Ensure CapeNature’s customer care principles are maintained and implemented
- Assist with guest check-in and check-out procedures
- Assist with search and rescue operations in keeping with protocols and procedures
- Assist stakeholder engagement officers and field rangers with the implementation of environmental education and awareness programmes
- Perform Environment Control Officer (ECO) duties for film / photo shoots and events
KRA 3 – MAINTENANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND EQUIPMENT
- Ensure the terrain is clean, neat and tidy at all times
- Undertake and/or assist with structure protection of office and eco-tourism nodes
- Manage stores and associated assets
- Identify maintenance needs and assist with the development of maintenance and repairs schedules:
- Office buildings and stores, accommodation units, camping and picnic areas, ablutions and pools
- Roads, trails, walkways and boardwalks
- Fences, gates, booms and access management structures, and other infrastructure, e.g. water reticulation systems
- Tools and equipment
- Vehicles
- Gardens and terrain
- Signage (for operational and visitor information purposes)
- Implement the maintenance schedule as prescribed
KRA 4 – OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS), ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES
- Participate in OHS assessments and OHS toolbox talks and provide input for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)
- Ensure compliance with OHS procedures and standards
- Assist with identification and mitigation of risks and threats in the work environment.
- Assist with obtaining quotes for purchases related to duties.
- Assist with administrative duties as and when required and adhere to CapeNature protocols and procedures
- Assist with the preparation of fire logs and reports as and when required
- From time to time, assist with supervision of contract staff and students
- As and when required, assist with training of contract staff and students
- Participate in meetings as required by management
- Undertake transport duties
KRA 5 – LAW ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING
- Assist with patrols as per compliance plans and duty roster
- Report instances of unauthorised activities and/or non-compliance with access permit conditions
- Undertake permit checks and inspections at entrance points and within the Nature Reserve
- Participate in law enforcement operations and the manning of observation points
- Assist in the response to incidents of non-compliance / unauthorised activities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12
- At least two years of related experience
- A valid code B driver’s license at least two years old from the date of issue
- Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet and online platforms)
- No criminal record
go to method of application »
RESPONSIBILITIES:
KRA 1 – NATURE CONSERVATION AND INTEGRATED CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT
- Assist with field tasks related to nature conservation, monitoring and surveillance
- Assist with integrated annual operations and work plan tasks
- Assist with the implementation of ecological programmes and monitoring and surveillance, data collection and record keeping
- Assist with alien invasive plant density verifications and inspections and firebreak assessments and inspections
- Execute firefighting duties as per standards and protocols
- Assist with risks, threats and hazards identification and report to management
- Assist with fauna and flora management on the reserve; indigenous, invasive and exotic
- Assist with the ecological restoration of degraded areas
- Perform stand-by duties as per duty rosters and respond timeously to call outs and incident response
KRA 2 – ECO-TOURISM, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
- Provide visitors with information regarding the nature reserve, fauna, flora and conditions for access to the nature reserve
- Assist with gate guard duties when gate guards are on training or engaged with other duties as assigned by management
- Monitor and manage visitor behaviour and report incidents
- Ensure CapeNature’s customer care principles are maintained and implemented
- Assist with guest check-in and check-out procedures
- Assist with search and rescue operations in keeping with protocols and procedures
- Assist stakeholder engagement officers and field rangers with the implementation of environmental education and awareness programmes
- Perform Environment Control Officer (ECO) duties for film / photo shoots and events
KRA 3 – MAINTENANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND EQUIPMENT
- Ensure the terrain is clean, neat and tidy at all times
- Undertake and/or assist with structure protection of office and eco-tourism nodes
- Manage stores and associated assets
- Identify maintenance needs and assist with the development of maintenance and repairs schedules:
- Office buildings and stores, accommodation units, camping and picnic areas, ablutions and pools
- Roads, trails, walkways and boardwalks
- Fences, gates, booms and access management structures, and other infrastructure, e.g. water reticulation systems
- Tools and equipment
- Vehicles
- Gardens and terrain
- Signage (for operational and visitor information purposes)
- Implement the maintenance schedule as prescribed
KRA 4 – OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS), ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES
- Participate in OHS assessments and OHS toolbox talks and provide input for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)
- Ensure compliance with OHS procedures and standards
- Assist with identification and mitigation of risks and threats in the work environment.
- Assist with obtaining quotes for purchases related to duties.
- Assist with administrative duties as and when required and adhere to CapeNature protocols and procedures
- Assist with the preparation of fire logs and reports as and when required
- From time to time, assist with supervision of contract staff and students
- As and when required, assist with training of contract staff and students
- Participate in meetings as required by management
- Undertake transport duties
KRA 5 – LAW ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING
- Assist with patrols as per compliance plans and duty roster
- Report instances of unauthorised activities and/or non-compliance with access permit conditions
- Undertake permit checks and inspections at entrance points and within the Nature Reserve
- Participate in law enforcement operations and the manning of observation points
- Assist in the response to incidents of non-compliance / unauthorised activities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12
- At least two years of related experience
- A valid code B driver’s license at least two years old from the date of issue
- Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet and online platforms)
- No criminal record
go to method of application »
RESPONSIBILITIES:
KRA 1 – NATURE CONSERVATION AND INTEGRATED CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT
- Assist with field tasks related to nature conservation, monitoring and surveillance
- Assist with integrated annual operations and work plan tasks
- Assist with the implementation of ecological programmes and monitoring and surveillance, data collection and record keeping
- Assist with alien invasive plant density verifications and inspections and firebreak assessments and inspections
- Execute firefighting duties as per standards and protocols
- Assist with risks, threats and hazards identification and report to management
- Assist with fauna and flora management on the reserve; indigenous, invasive and exotic
- Assist with the ecological restoration of degraded areas
- Perform stand-by duties as per duty rosters and respond timeously to call outs and incident response
KRA 2 – ECO-TOURISM, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND AWARENESS
- Provide visitors with information regarding the nature reserve, fauna, flora and conditions for access to the nature reserve
- Assist with gate guard duties when gate guards are on training or engaged with other duties as assigned by management
- Monitor and manage visitor behaviour and report incidents
- Ensure CapeNature’s customer care principles are maintained and implemented
- Assist with guest check-in and check-out procedures
- Assist with search and rescue operations in keeping with protocols and procedures
- Assist stakeholder engagement officers and field rangers with the implementation of environmental education and awareness programmes
- Perform Environment Control Officer (ECO) duties for film / photo shoots and events
KRA 3 – MAINTENANCE OF INFRASTRUCTURE AND EQUIPMENT
- Ensure the terrain is clean, neat and tidy at all times
- Undertake and/or assist with structure protection of office and eco-tourism nodes
- Manage stores and associated assets
- Identify maintenance needs and assist with the development of maintenance and repairs schedules:
- Office buildings and stores, accommodation units, camping and picnic areas, ablutions and pools
- Roads, trails, walkways and boardwalks
- Fences, gates, booms and access management structures, and other infrastructure, e.g. water reticulation systems
- Tools and equipment
- Vehicles
- Gardens and terrain
- Signage (for operational and visitor information purposes)
- Implement the maintenance schedule as prescribed
KRA 4 – OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY (OHS), ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES
- Participate in OHS assessments and OHS toolbox talks and provide input for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA)
- Ensure compliance with OHS procedures and standards
- Assist with identification and mitigation of risks and threats in the work environment.
- Assist with obtaining quotes for purchases related to duties.
- Assist with administrative duties as and when required and adhere to CapeNature protocols and procedures
- Assist with the preparation of fire logs and reports as and when required
- From time to time, assist with supervision of contract staff and students
- As and when required, assist with training of contract staff and students
- Participate in meetings as required by management
- Undertake transport duties
KRA 5 – LAW ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING
- Assist with patrols as per compliance plans and duty roster
- Report instances of unauthorised activities and/or non-compliance with access permit conditions
- Undertake permit checks and inspections at entrance points and within the Nature Reserve
- Participate in law enforcement operations and the manning of observation points
- Assist in the response to incidents of non-compliance / unauthorised activities
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12
- At least two years of related experience
- A valid code B driver’s license at least two years old from the date of issue
- Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, Internet and online platforms)
- No criminal record
go to method of application »
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Enhance biodiversity resilience through targeted ecosystem conservation, restoration initiatives and effective protected area management.
- Ecological tasks: Carry out ecological projects as per the Protected Area Ecological Matrix and any other biodiversity conservation related tasks as required for the effective management of the Protected Area.
- Alien invasive species management: Carry out alien invasive species management in the Protected Area .
- Heritage tasks: Carry out identified functions related to historical, cultural, archaeological and palaeontological asset management in the Protected Area.
Assist with protected area conservation in ways that address biodiversity loss in key biodiversity areas.
- Planning: Take part in and contribute to the planning processes for the Protected Area
- Quality control: Undertake quality control of integrated annual operations plan projects and/or other projects in field.
- Reporting: Prepare reports and carry out reporting on activities as required.
- Maintenance: Carry out infrastructure, vehicle, vessel and equipment maintenance functions as required for the Protected Area.
- Partnerships and collaborative activities: Perform functions as required for collaborative activities throughout the Landscape (MOA/U support and/or compliance).
Contribute to conservation in promoting the biodiversity economy and enhancing biodiversity access and sustainable use.
- Job creation: Support the implementation of targeted biodiversity economic activities to promote job creation, work opportunities, and livelihood support.
- Access: Manage access to the Protected Area for recreational, educational, training, research, traditional, cultural and spiritual purposes; manage volunteers and citizen scientists.
- Eco-tourism and visitor liaison: Support eco-tourism and visitor liaison activities as and when required for the Protected Area.
Contribute to conservation action to advocate for a nature positive future through behavioural change and voluntary compliance.
- Environmental awareness: Carry out environmental awareness activities.
- Capacity building: Carry out capacity building activities.
- Compliance monitoring and law enforcement: Carry out compliance monitoring and law enforcement activities as per integrated workplans, compliance plans, joint operations plans, as well as any other proactive and reactive actions necessary for the effective management of the Protected Area.
Take accountability for performance, governance, risk management and equality in the workplace.
- Health and safety: Participate in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) assessments and OHS toolbox talks and provide input for Hazard Identification and Risk Assessments (HIRA); Ensure compliance with all Health and Safety standards and requirements.
- Incident preparedness and response, e.g. fires, disasters (e.g. floods, oil spill, vessel grounding), disease outbreaks, marine wildlife strandings, and search and rescues: Carry out firefighting, disaster management, incident response and rescue operations as required for the Protected Area.
- Administration: Carry out necessary administrative tasks.
- Training: Undergo relevant training as and when required.
- Supervision: Undertake supervision of Conservation Assistants, contract staff, students and volunteers.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications and Experience
- Grade 12
- At least 2 years’ experience with an emphasis on protected areas.
- A valid driver’s license with at least three years’ driving experience.
- A working knowledge of enforcement operations.
- Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, GIS).
- Knowledge and experience in ecological monitoring and law enforcement.
- Knowledge and experience in firefighting and incident response.
- Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
- No criminal record.
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