Vacancies at South African National Parks (SANParks)

Requirements

• A Diploma in Tourism Management or equivalent qualification.
• Good telephone, people, and administration skills as well as sound interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel.
• Room seeker knowledge will be an added advantage.
• Previous front office experience.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• To receive, and handle telephone calls and telephonic enquiries and where specified, relay telephone messages timeously.
• To receive guests in a friendly manner and process the computerised guest reservation through the check in and check out process.
• To raise any extra charges that a guest might incurred.
• To ensure outstanding monies are collected and processed according to company policy.
• To inform guests of facilities in the camp and upsell on activities.
• To assist guests with amendments to reservations and special requests.
• To coordinate guests’ requests and complaints and handle efficiently.
• To perform general administration at the reception area.
• To adhere to company dress code and protocol.

Closing Date

• 26 August 2025

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• Applications are hereby invited from students who completed their N6 Certificate (18 months theoretical component) at a TVET college, Higher Education Institution (HEI) in South Africa and wish to be placed at SANParks for a fixed period ending 31 March 2027 with a monthly stipend of R3,728.90 for experiential learning. SANParks is under no obligation to employ the Intern upon completion of the programme.

Requirements

• Qualification Division/Department Number allocated
• N6 Certificate in Finance Management /Logistics or Supply Chain Management/Internal Auditing/ Business Management Finance 2
• To qualify for the Internship Placement Programme, you must be an unemployed graduate between the ages of 18 – 35.
• Must be a South African Citizen.
• Have completed a N6 Certificate 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.

Salary

• Stipend: R3,728.90 Per Month

Closing Date

• 28 August 2025

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Requirements

• Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF7) or equivalent in Criminal Justice, Policing, Security Management, Public Safety, Management or a related field.
• Master’s degree in criminal justice, (Post Graduate qualification) Public Safety, Security Management, Policing or Management would be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven leadership experience including Police reservist and volunteer coordination in high-crime areas (including incident reporting, database management, and SANParks is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right not to appoint volunteer systems); Police or law enforcement experience in specialized units, multi-agency response coordination.
• Knowledge and VIP protection experience.
• Experience with National Key Points and Strong background in contact crime prevention.
• PSIRA Grade A security operations management with 5+ years’ experience.
• Intelligence gathering, crime analysis, strategic planning, and data analytics experience.
• Valid Driver’s license and suitable driving experience.
• A Valid Firearms competency.
• Medically and physically fit for field operations.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Computer literacy (MS Office; knowledge of databases and volunteer management systems).
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays as and when required.

Added Advantage:

• First Aid/CPR and emergency response training.
• Familiarity with Table Mountain National Park terrain and local safety challenges.
• Multilingual ability (English, Afrikaans, isiXhosa, or others relevant to the region).
• In possession of a valid security clearance at a level of Secret, Top Secret desirable.
• Range Officer Certification.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and be accountable for an integrated crime prevention strategy.
• Managing law enforcement and ranger operations and working collaboratively with SAPS and other enforcement agencies.
• Investigate and monitor incident response activities, including investigations, root cause analysis and developing corrective actions.
• Analyse crime trends and data to inform proactive and strategic interventions.
• Integrate technology (e.g. surveillance, communications systems, GIS crime mapping) into park to enhance safety operations.
• Provide clear leadership, accountability, and oversight to all crime prevention and safety operations across the park.
• Build and manage relationships with key safety stakeholders and security partners.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, such as regulatory bodies, law enforcement agencies and industry associations
• Coordinating volunteers and external groups working to support visitor safety.
• Conduct regular security audits and risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Oversee the management of physical security measures, including access controls, CCTV systems, and security personnel.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans, ensuring timely and effective responses to security breaches.
• Manage records, documentation and reporting to demonstrate compliance and facilitate audits.
• Stay updated with the latest security trends, technologies and regulatory changes, ensuring continuous improvement of the security function.

Please Note

• Appointment will be subject to a background check, including security clearance and firearms competency assessment where applicable.
• SANParks is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.
• The position requires fieldwork and coordination in challenging terrain and weather conditions; candidates will be required to undergo and pass fitness assessment test to be appointed.
• The successful candidate will have to provide their own accommodation as there is no official accommodation in the park.

Closing Date

• 01 September 2025

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Requirements

• Grade 12 (Std 10).
• Code 10 license is essential.
• Previous practical experience with regards to natural resource management as mentioned in the second key performance area.
• Punctual, self-disciplined, motivated and responsible.
• Basic skills in general maintenance and storeroom management are essential.
• Administration skills is also essential part of this position.
• Submission of a criminal record clearance may be required upon request.

Added advantages would be:

• Field Ranger Basic or Advanced qualification.
• A fire arm competency certificate.
• National diploma in Nature Conservation or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage.
• A basic knowledge of conservation related legislation.
• Knowledge of the area.

Responsibilities

• To gather information for the implementation of management plans through using electronic devices.
• Participate in research projects within the park and assist researchers in the park.
• To maintain law and order amongst staff members, guests, and all other stakeholders within the protected areas.
• To conduct effective patrols and execute anti-poaching operations, through deployment, observation posts and camping.
• To assist Ranger Corporals, Section Ranger, and Park Manager with biodiversity aspects (mention the
• aspects, ambiguous), asset control and administration tasks.
• To assist with visitor management and safety as and when required.
• Assist with fire management – including wildfires.
• To Assist with ad-hoc duties as and when needed.
• To ensure a high level of OHS practises are applied.
• Assist with alien clearing and rehabilitation within the park.
• Monitor of BSP Teams and conduct site inspections in terms of site specifications.
• Assist with Game capture, Game count and culling.

Closing Date

• 02 September 2025

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Requirements

• National Diploma in Conservation or equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification. A Bachelor’s degree in Conservation will be an added advantage.
• Code 08 driver’s license, PDP will be added advantage.
• 5 Years relevant work experience as a field ranger or in conservation management in a protected area.
• 3 Years must be in supervision of field ranger teams.
• Computer literacy with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook Express.
• Good written and verbal communication skills, as well as conflict resolution, project management and liaison skills.
• Candidate will be required to reside outside the park and accommodation will be made available.
• Ability to work under pressure and working flexible, long, and irregular hours.
• Criminal record and clearance checks will be conducted on shortlisted candidates.
• Candidate must be physically fit.
• Must have knowledge of the PFMA act.
• Ability to communicate effectively in Afrikaans is essential.

Responsibilities

• Natural resources management that includes the implementation of invasive plant, alien animal, unnatural soil erosion and rehabilitation management programs.
• Monitoring of developments and projects in the National Park as well as areas adjacent impacting on the park.
• Development of sound and mutually beneficial relationships with Stakeholders, neighbouring communities, NGO’s, and other associated organizations and individuals.
• Financial administration, including budget control and monitoring expenditures
• Supervision of interns, volunteers and contractors who provide conservation management services to the park.
• Implementation and administration of approved conservation legislation, policy according to agreed management and operational plans.
• Monitoring and recording of resource management data and facilitation of external research.
• Human resources management and administration.
• Identification and implementation of personnel development and skills training.
• Visitor Management – including safety and security of visitors, control of visitors’ behaviour and recording, interpretation, and dissemination of information.
• Infrastructure Maintenance includes buildings, roads, and signage.
• Management of cultural historic nodes in the section.
• Conform to Audit requirements (OHS, METT, SOAIM, SOB, and others), prescriptions, norms and standards.
• To perform ad hoc duties when required.

Closing Date

• 02 September 2025