Vacancies

The organisation is looking for the services of a Project Manager: Biodiversity Economy for a fixed term contract of 5 years who will report to the Head: Socio Economic Transformation. The position will be based in Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria.

Location

Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)

Requirements

• Should be in possession of a post-graduate qualification in sustainable development, environmental management, economics, or business administration.
• Should have at least 10 years’ experience in biodiversity economy, sustainable development, business development and /or biodiversity conservation.
• Should have a strong understanding of South Africa’s socio-ecological landscape and policy environment.
• Should have a Proven track-record in designing and scaling market-based conservation solutions.
• Should have Experience in policy analysis, programme/project management and community.
• Strategic leadership with a systems thinking approach.
• Should have an Excellent communication, team leadership, partnership management, negotiation, and conflict management skills.
• Should have Experience in African conservation approaches or community based natural resource management.
• Should have Experience in managing donor funded projects will serve as an added advantage.
• Financial management, project and programme management, human resource, as well as monitoring and evaluation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Computer literacy and fluency in local languages.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Knowledge of biodiversity economy principles, including wildlife economy, ocean economy, bioprospecting, and restoration economy.
• Experience in managing projects and teams.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders, including government, private sector, and local communities.
• Understanding of biodiversity conservation and sustainable use policies and legislation.
• Team leadership.
• Critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Planning and organising skills.
• Listening and Presentation skills.
• Community Facilitation.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies.
• Adaptability and cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of policies, strategies and plans on biodiversity economy, in alignment with SANParks’ Vision 2040 as well as relevant national policy imperatives and global commitments.
• Co-ordinate sustainable livelihoods and economic development efforts through biodiversity-based economic activities inclusive of wildlife economy, bioprospecting, eco-tourism, restoration economy value chains especially for youth, women, and people with disabilities.
• Facilitate the creation of employment opportunities in the implementation of biodiversity economy programmes through catalytic projects that support rural and local economic development.
• Mainstream biodiversity economy into relevant organisational policies, programmes, and decision-making processes.
• Ensure sustainable use, fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from biodiversity within national parks and Mega-Living landscapes.
• Identify and develop business opportunities that support biodiversity conservation and sustainable livelihoods.
• Foster partnerships with stakeholders, including government, private sector, traditional leadership, traditional healers, local communities, and NGOs to drive growth of the biodiversity economy, attract investment and harness innovative financing models.
• Catalyse and support nature-based enterprises to enhance revenue generation through inclusive business models, access to finance and markets, SMME development and robust skills development.
• Champion efforts to redress historical imbalances and advance land reform through biodiversity economy and biodiversity stewardship initiatives.
• Develop and implement a system to assess the impact of the SANParks biodiversity economy programme.
• Develop and implement programmes to improve the visibility of the biodiversity economy programme.
• Provide overall strategic leadership and guidance to the Biodiversity Economy unit inclusive of financial management, human resource management, performance management, and project management.
• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring they are implemented on time, within budget, and to desired outcomes.
• Track project progress against planned objectives and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement project plans to promote biodiversity-based economic activities.
• Periodically assess the effectiveness of interventions and strategies.
• Measure the impact of projects and programmes.
• Manage and mentor a team of professionals to achieve departmental goals.
• Implementation of performance management system.
• Training of subordinates.
• Financial planning and budget monitoring.
• Prevention of irregular expenditure.
• Develop and monitor the annual procurement plan.

Please Note

Please Indicate the position you are applying for on the subject line and quote the vacancy reference number on the subject line when sending your application. REFERENCE NUMBER: PMBDE001

Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.

SANParks is an equal opportunity employer.

SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Salary

R1 270 080.00 – R 1 905 120.00 Annual Package

How To Apply

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

Documents Required

Interested persons who meet the above qualifications should First fill the application form using the link or scan the QR Code below and   forward their applications, which should consist of a covering letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months) to the following address:

Application Form:

https://forms.office.com/r/jVXNMNnXNS

Human Capital Management

SA National Parks

PO Box 787

PRETORIA

0001

Fax: 086 295 4078

E-mail: [email protected]

Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.

Closing Date

06 July 2626