Recruitment Opportunities at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• 3 years Degree in Communications /Public Relations/ Media Studies or equivalent
• Five years’ experience in Stakeholder Relations or Events Management related industry
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of tourism and conservation industry
• Diversity and change management skills
• Be prepared to travel, work irregular hours under extreme pressure
• Computer Literary
• Public Relations’ code of ethics
• SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to make an appointment
• Drivers Licence
• Financial and budget management knowledge
• A valid Code EB Drivers licence
• Sound knowledge of international Relations
• Protocol ettiquette
• Problem solving ability and decision making
• Create a team that has a right mix of people
• Photography skills

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a corporate engagement strategy/programmes for the Kruger National Park.
• Manage and update the KNP stakeholder database in general.
• To coordinate all Prominent events, government programmes and Executive meetings.
• To co-ordinate international delegates’visits in the Kruger National Park.
• To organize products and activities, launch functions on behalf of the park.
• To organise and implement revenue generating events on behalf of the park.
• To plan and implement special awards functions for staff e.g. achievement, long service awards, anniversaries, etc.
• To prepare fundraising proposals and to negotiate with other companies for sponsorship of various projects within KNP.
• To contribute articles of the events for publishing to the SANParks internal newsletters.
• To plan and produce and implement a National Calendar of events for the KNP.
• To produce an evaluation report of every function after implementation.
• To advice management on various issues relating to functions and events.

How To Apply

• Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Pumza zici
HCM

Email: [email protected]

Documents Required

• Interested persons who meet the above-stated requirements should forward their applications letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae and qualifications certified within the last 6 months.

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Requirements

• B-Degree or equivalent in Journalism/Communication Science and Media Studies/Public Relations.
• Minimum of five (5) to six (7) years in corporate communications coordinating media liaison, events management, web content, public relations and social media which must include 5 years in a management role
• Some background in tourism and conservation practices.
• Knowledge of the Public Access to Information Act (PAIA), Public Relations Code of Ethics and relevant industry-related legislation.
• Knowledge and Skills in Media Relations principles and practice.
• Certificate in Web Management and Digital Marketing.

Responsibilities

Ensure Implementation of internal and external communications strategies

• Create and execute communications strategies that drive customer satisfaction and brand awareness.
• Develop supporting operational plans for the Communications business unit to ensure the execution of the strategic objectives and goals.
• Help drive the development and execution of effective PR strategies.
• Ensure the establishment, maintenance and improvement of Standard Operating Procedures, policies, and guidelines relating to Communications in the region.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the communication strategy using relevant KPIs, such as website analytics, and surveys.
• Monitoring financial control, budget management and the procurement process to ensure compliance with the legislation e.g. (PFMA, PPFA, and BBBEE).
• Ensure expenditure is in line with budget requirements.

Content development & production

• Oversee the creation of content pieces for PR, communications, and campaigns, for instance, blog posts, website descriptions, newsletters, social media conferences/events, press releases, and featured industry articles.
• Identify the effective and important metrics for measuring communications effectiveness.
• Writing, researching, and drafting communication and media plans, which includes, amongst others, content development, messaging, opinion pieces, communications and media strategies and plans.
• Oversee the conceptualisation and execution of social media work plans through competitive research, platform determination, benchmarking, and messaging and audience identification.
• Train the social media team to respond appropriately to difficult issues that may emerge on various channels like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter.
• Research and data sourcing.

Media management

• Media relations, monitoring, and analysis
• Media liaison and relations, media monitoring and media engagements and excursions.
• Handle press inquiries and requests for interviews.

Produce digital media and multimedia

• Maintaining social media, video and photography, web and SANParks radio and TV.
• Create and distribute digital content i.e. social media activism, website management and SANParks radio and TV.

Stakeholder engagement

• Manage campaign projects in collaboration with other sub-divisions to promote events and achieve strategic goals.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with relevant stakeholders.
• Represent the region at all functions, conferences, and other events.
• Initiate and participate in events, activations, and stakeholder outreach initiatives, which include, amongst others, events and activations, corporate identity, stakeholder management and sectoral engagement.
• Coordinate memorandum of understanding, service level agreements and expenditure review.

Internal communication and publication

• Disseminate communication and information at all levels and publications.
• Write and publish internal communication, internal newsletters, and publications.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent Computer Skills.
• Events Management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be available on weekends, public holidays and extended hours.
• Be willing to travel extensively, must be able to work without supervision, with strong attention to detail.
• Be eloquent and comfortable with conducting print, broadcast and TV interviews.
• Ability to improve awareness and reputation of SANParks, Cape Region through social media and regional forums.
• Be able to create, write, edit and publish content for Parks in the Cape Region.

Please Note

• Reference Number: T190
• The cost-to-company remuneration package based on the salary scale of a position with a Paterson D5 job grade will be offered.
• Supporting documents such as a detailed CV, certified copies of qualifications, ID & driver’s License, and other relevant documents must be emailed to [email protected] using reference number T190 in subject. An application that does not meet the requirements will not be considered.

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Requirements

• Be in possession of a Purchasing Diploma or Supply Chain Management qualification or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience as a buyer.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation governing SCM and SCM Policies
• An understanding of Project management
• Risk Management skills
• Basic financial management skills
• General business management skills
• Negotiation skills
• Analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Implement SCM policies and processes.
• Negotiate and evaluate quotations.
• Manage risk associated with the procurement of goods and services.
• Provide an advisory service to divisions with regard to tender processes, orders in progress and SCM policies.
• Conduct market intelligence (keeping abreast of market trends of related standard commodities).
• Generate and expedite purchase orders.
• Ensure effective reverse logistics of goods returned.
• Compile and submit monthly reports on procurement spent.
• Develop and manage an auditable administrative system

How To Apply

• Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Pumza Zici
Human Capital Management

• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone: (013) 735 4293
• Postal Address: Private Bag X402, Skukuza, 1350

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Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• To drive the 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.
• Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle according to a prescribed inspection sheet and report of defaults or accidents.
• To complete monthly vehicle log sheet.

Please Note

• The successful candidates will be required to provide for their own accommodation outside the park.
• Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications are to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.

How To Apply

• Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Zodwa Sibuyi
Human Capital Management Division, Kruger National Park

• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone: 013 735 4047
• Postal Address: Prívate Bag X402 Skukuza 1350

Documents Required

• Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within 6 month period).