Hazyview: Conservation Manager

About the Role

The Conservation Manager plays a critical role in leading and implementing conservation programmes across a complex protected landscape, ensuring the long-term sustainability of ecosystems and species.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement conservation programmes across a complex protected landscape.
• Develop and execute conservation management plans and objectives.
• Implement monitoring systems for ecosystem and species health.
• Approve and oversee ecological research projects.
• Manage habitat restoration and species reintroduction programmes.
• Develop and implement fire management plans and act as Fire Control Officer.
• Maintain biodiversity data systems and analyze ecological data.
• Prepare detailed conservation reports and present findings to stakeholders.
• Liaise with landowners and communities to promote conservation objectives.
• Identify funding opportunities, manage grants, and represent the reserve in conservation forums.
• Ensure compliance with conservation legislation, develop policies, and advocate for conservation-aligned policies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (PhD advantageous).
• 8 years of experience in conservation management in a Big 5 environment.
• Knowledge of South African ecosystems, wildlife, and environmental legislation.
• Proficiency in MS Office, GIS, and conservation software.
• Experience in ecological research, monitoring, and data analysis.

Qualifications

None mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Not mentioned.