The Organisation requires the services of a suitably qualified, experienced, and dynamic individual for the position of Senior Manager: Conservation Management within the Cape Region.
This position will report directly to the Regional General Manager: Cape Region and will be based at the Cape Regional Offices, Mount Pleasant, Cape Town.
Requirements
NQF Level 7 qualification in Nature Conservation, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, or related field.
A postgraduate qualification at NQF Level 8 will be advantageous.
6 - 8 years' experience in Conservation Management and/or Protected Areas Management.
Minimum of 8 years' senior management experience within a conservation or environmental management field.
Valid Code B Driver's Licence.
Computer literacy.
Experience in Fire Management.
Appointment as Environmental Management Inspector (EMI) and Peace Officer will be advantageous.
Firearm competency certification will be advantageous.
Must be physically fit.
Knowledge & Skills Required
Good communication & Conflict resolution.
Leadership Skills.
People development and empowerment.
Programme and project management.
Financial management for projects.
Change management.
Problem solving and analysis.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of conservation management, biodiversity protection, environmental compliance, and protected area governance within the Cape Region.
Lead and coordinate integrated conservation operations, including ecosystem management, wildlife management, invasive species control, wilderness protection, and environmental monitoring.
Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, biodiversity, labour, safety, and governance legislation, policies, and standards.
Oversee conservation planning, Environmental Management Programmes (EMPs), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), and ecological sustainability initiatives.
Manage law enforcement support, territorial integrity, conservation risk management, incident coordination, and environmental compliance reporting.
Lead, develop, and manage multidisciplinary conservation teams, including workforce planning, performance management, succession planning, and organisational capability development.
Provide strategic financial oversight, including budgeting, expenditure control, resource allocation, and compliance with PFMA and Supply Chain Management requirements.
Build and maintain strategic stakeholder relationships with government institutions, conservation agencies, NGOs, tourism stakeholders, community structures, and strategic partners.
Negotiate and oversee co-management and contractual conservation agreements and represent the organisation in relevant conservation and governance forums.
Closing Date
08 June 2026