Jobs at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• Be in possession of a Master’s degree or equivalent in resource/ environmental economics, business management, or environmental science.
• Have a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in resource economics, environmental finance, business management, natural resource management, climate change mitigation, and biodiversity management.
• Thorough understanding of the tourism and conservation industry.
• Knowledge of tourism and hospitality-related policies that align with relevant legislation
• Knowledge of implementing business improvement initiatives
• Understanding of relevant legislation.
• Project management
• Knowledge of financial management principles.
• Sound knowledge of the application of information systems.
• Knowledge of governance and risk management principles
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety and Stakeholder Management.
• Communication (verbal and written) skills
• Influencing and negotiation skills
• Interpersonal skills.
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Change management skills
• Financial management & reporting skills
• Planning and organising skills.
• Leadership and problem-solving skills
• Strategic planning and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic financing framework(s) in support of nature-based outcomes, including models for leveraging finance to fund various sustainability initiatives to green SANParks operations.
• Understand develop and support the implementation of innovative nature-based financing solutions and mechanisms, including options for trading biodiversity and carbon credits and Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES).
• Develop a procurement and sourcing strategy for meeting the sustainability expertise and knowledge required.
• Strengthen and develop strategic alliances in support of nature-based outcomes within the implementation landscapes.
• Create mechanisms for conservation-livelihood links, including carbon credits, impact bonds, corridor adherence payments, corridor insurance scheme
• Create a local tourism carbon-offset program for non-avoidable carbon associated with travel which promotes SANParks as a responsible tourism destination.
• Scope and develop the best use case for a Conservation Trust Fund or Endowment Fund for SANParks.
• Support the sustainability reporting activities to internal and external stakeholders

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Requirements

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Chain (CIPS), Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) can be beneficial.
• 7-10 years of experience in supply chain management with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role working in or within a public sector organisation.
• Experience in managing large, complex supply chain management operations with multiple stakeholders.
• Thorough understanding of public sector procurement processes including laws, regulations, and ethical considerations.
• Strong analytical skills to assess supply chain management performance and implement improvements.
• Financial acumen to manage budget, analyse cost implications and ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Risk management skills to identify and mitigate risks associated with supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, bidding, negotiation, and supplier selection.
• Ensure that contracts with suppliers are well managed, including monitoring of performance, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
• Guarantee that all procurement activities adhere to laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
• Design and execute strategies that align with the organisation’s goals and regulations.
• Anticipate future needs and trends in supply chain management, ensuring sustainability and adaptability in the face of changes.
• Create and update supply chain management policies and procedures to ensure compliance with government regulations and best practices.
• Continuously improve supply chain management to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste.
• Forecast future supply needs based on historical data, trends, and strategic plans, ensuring timely availability of resources.
• Proactively identify risks related to the supply chain management and develop contingency plans.
• Develop and implement strategies to ensure continuity during emergencies or unexpected disruptions.
• Manage the division budget, ensuring that expenditures are within the allocated budget and contribute to cost savings.
• Conduct financial analyses to assess the cost-effectiveness of supply chain management initiatives and procurement decisions.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure financial performance.
• Manage and mentor teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure a cohesive approach.
• Engage with key stakeholders to align activities with broader organisational objectives
• Implement and utilise software and technologies to improve efficiency and data-driven decision-making.
• Encourage and adopt innovative practices and technologies that enhance supply chain management processes.
• Ensure that all supply chain management activities comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Prepare regular reports detailing supply chain management performances, cost savings, and strategic goals.
• Oversee internal and external audits related to supply chain management activities, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Implement environmentally sustainable and socially responsible policies that align with government policies and societal expectations.
• Ensure that all procurement activities adhere to ethical standards.
• Continuously monitor industry trends and benchmarks to improve supply chain management processes.
• Lead initiatives to streamline supply chain management processes, reduce cost, and improve service delivery levels.

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Requirements

• An MSc in Biological Sciences, Conservation Biology or similar.
• At least six months of experience cleaning and formatting large biodiversity datasets.
• Excellent data management skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work productively full-time for three months curating, cleaning, formatting and uploading biodiversity occurrence data.

Desirable

• Understanding of taxonomic backbones, the Darwin Core standard and database management.
• Experience working with the Global Biodiversity Information Facility platform.
• Advanced data manipulation skills using functions in MS Excel, R or OpenRefine.

Responsibilities

• Curating, cleaning and formatting of biodiversity occurrence data.
• Uploading biodiversity occurrence data to the SANParks BIMS.

Please Note

• The above position is a three-month position based in Cape Town at the Cape Research Centre in Tokai.
• The successful candidate will have to provide their own accommodation as there is no official accommodation.
• Only interested persons who meet the above stated requirement should apply.