Open Positions at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or Supply Chain Management.
• Professional Certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Logistics, Transportation and Distribution (CLTD), and Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) can be beneficial.
• 7-10 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or warehouse operations with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role working in or with a public sector organisation.
• Strong leadership skills to manage teams and projects, with a proven ability to mentor and develop staff.
• Ability to develop and implement logistics and warehouse strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Understanding of relevant regulations and compliance requirements in the public sector.
• Expertise in logistics and warehouse operations, including inventory management, distribution, and transportation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize logistics and warehouse processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with various stakeholders, including officials, suppliers, and team members.
• Experience in managing budgets and financial planning for logistics and warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in warehouse management.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day logistics operations and warehouse operations at Skukuza Administration Warehouse.
• Implementing policies and procedures to ensure efficient and compliant operations.
• Monitoring key performance indicators to track efficiency and effectiveness.
• Managing relationships with service providers
• Identifying and mitigating risks related to logistics and warehousing.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery.

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management.
• Professional certifications such as Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM), or Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) can be beneficial.
• 5-7 years of experience in supply chain management with a minimum of 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role working in or within a public sector organisation.
• Ability to develop and implement effective supply chain strategies that align with good organisational goals.
• Understanding of procurement policies and compliance requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to optimise supply chain management operations.
• Strong leadership skills to manage teams, projects, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with various stakeholders, including officials, suppliers and team members.
• Experience in managing relationships with suppliers and negotiating contracts.
• Ability to manage budgets and financial aspects of supply chain management operations.
• Commitment to driving continuous improvement and efficiency in supply chain management processes.

Responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end supply chain management processes.
• Developing and enforcing policies and procedures to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective supply chain management processes.
• Tracking and analysing key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of the supply chain.
• Identifying potential risks within the supply chain and implementing strategies to mitigate them.
• Working closely with other departments and stakeholders to ensure alignment and support for supply chain activities.
• Ensuring all supply chain activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Reviewing and developing high-level procurement strategies.

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or BTech Conservation or Environmental Management
• Minimum of 5 years of proven project management experience
• 3 – 5 years of experience in invasive alien plant clearing is essential for this position
• 3 – 5 years of experience in health and safety management and compliance
• Working knowledge of relevant biodiversity legislation, health & safety, and EPWP requirements.
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft packages
• Good written and verbal communication in English.
• Willingness to work long and irregular hours as well as extensive travelling.
• Sound organisational, administrative and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring of project deliverables according to approved plans
• Ensuring operational planning of biodiversity social projects in the cluster
• Managing implementation and administration of policies, strategies and budgets according to annual performance plans and relevant legislation.
• Ensuring compliance with legal, policy and contractual agreements pertaining to the programmes & projects in the region.
• Ensuring financial, budget and procurement management inclusive of all audit and reporting requirements.
• Implement effective human resources management, including the training responsibilities for the EPWP projects.
• Administration and database management to meet reporting requirements of external and internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain good communication and relationships with stakeholders.
• Ensure SHEQ compliance of all projects and compile monthly reports
• Ensure all relevant data is captured for the projects
• Compile monthly progress reports
• Conduct internal audits and assessments on all projects in the cluster

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Requirements

• Grade 12
• Code 08 driver’s license
• Computer literacy in MS Office
• 2 years of experience with contracting teams/management of personnel
• Experience in health and safety management and compliance
• Experience in invasive alien plant clearing is essential for this position

Added Advantages:

• Experience in Rehabilitation techniques
• Basic GIS competency and experience

Responsibilities

• Assist with project-related planning
• Assist with the management and mentoring of EPWP contract
• Ensure the management of quality, production and monitoring of task-based operations linked to the project
• Ensure compliance with program standards/norms and Health and Safety requirements
• Assist with mapping and data recording for the project linked to activities
• Assist with administrative tasks
• Report on project progress
• Communicate and liaise with relevant stakeholders