Johannesburg: Manager: Terrestrial Biodiversity posted by Talent Link
Posted on 2025-07-31 00:00:00
| Employer | Talent Link |
|---|---|
| Category | Other IT/Computer |
| Location | Gauteng / Johannesburg |
Job Summary
Job Description
We are looking for someone who will be responsible for managing and developing a global team of terrestrial and botany ecologists, delivering high-quality services to clients and relevant stakeholders.
Job Requirements
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Undertake ecological assessments to inform development planning and meet environmental authorisation requirements.
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Undertake vegetation assessments, including veld condition assessments and alien plant surveys, to inform planning.
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Demonstrate familiarity with biodiversity offset principles, both within the local context and global best practices.
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Provide technical expertise and support to the team and clients in identifying potential offset entities and appropriate metrics to measure success.
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Compile and review specialist reports as well as project proposals.
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Maintain awareness of country-specific legislation and the potential impact on various projects.
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Collaborate closely with specialists from other disciplines.
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Coordinate and carry out fieldwork under strenuous conditions.
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Liaise with clients and relevant authorities.
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Compile and write reports for submission to clients and authorities.
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Ensure the team maintains a high-quality standard and produces defensible deliverables.
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Continuously improve and develop services offered within the department, including species-specific monitoring programmes.
Department Management
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Manage the recruitment and selection process for the department in line with workforce planning.
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Facilitate appropriate onboarding for all new employees.
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Manage performance management and probation processes.
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Provide mentorship and development opportunities for the team.
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Report on departmental performance at various levels.
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Manage departmental financial expenditure against the budget.
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Oversee effective workload and resource management.
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Ensure revenue targets are achieved.
Business Development and Marketing
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Develop a business plan for the department, including service offerings and sales opportunities.
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Act as a key account manager where required, identifying business opportunities and maintaining a client-centric approach.
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Identify leads and coordinate proposals, tracking progress and outcomes.
Qualifications
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M.Sc. degree in Zoology or a similar field.
Work Experience
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Six or more years experience in the relevant field, preferably within a consulting environment.
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At least five years conducting specialist studies.
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At least five years in the resources industry.
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International experience beneficial, particularly for endemic species identification and ecological condition assessment.
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Two or more years experience managing a small team preferred.
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Strong technical expertise in faunal assessments (e.g., herpetofauna, mammals, avifauna).
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Professional registration advantageous (e.g., Pr.Sci.Nat.).
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Valid drivers license required.
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Excellent report writing skills.
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Willingness to travel throughout Africa and internationally as required.
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