Job Description
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.
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