Conservation Services Manager Job at CapeNature in Rawsonville

Conservation Services Manager: Breede River (Rawsonville)

CapeNature seeks to employ a Conservation Services Manager (Stewardship Negotiation and Extension) based in Breede River, Rawsonville, with a Salary of R409 120 per annum (TCoE) - Level 10.

This position will seek to provide professional and integrated Stewardship extension in order to promote landowner investment and stewardship of critical habitats. This position will be responsible for negotiation of new Stewardship Contracts and provide management support for Stewardship Sites which contribute to critical habitat and protected area targets as outlined in the CapeNature Protected Area Expansion Strategy and the Lesley Hill Succulent Karroo Trust Priories. The incumbent will form an important part of a multi-disciplinary team.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Negotiation of new Stewardship Contracts as prioritised by CapeNature and the Lesley Hill Succulent Karoo Trust in their conservation plans.

·         Development of stewardship agreements subsequent to successful negotiations

·         Preparation of management plans and conservation management audits on Stewardship sites.

·         Assist in the Implementation of the Stewardship Strategic Plan for the Area.

·         Deliver extension support to private landowners and managers of critical biodiversity and aassist with the management of Stewardship sites.

·         Assist in maintaining partnerships with relevant role-players in the Area to support landscape-scale conservation initiatives

·         Assist where possible with environmental law compliance through sound environmental land use advice to private landowners.

·         Overall management and administration related to the Stewardship Negotiator post

·         Ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislation

·         Sound financial and asset management

·         Manage relevant information systems and relevant databases

·         Share lessons and report on outcomes as required at relevant forums.



REQUIREMENTS:

·         A formal three year qualification in the field of Natural Resource Management or Biodiversity Conservation.

·         At least five years of relevant experience.

·         A valid 08 driver’s license and a willingness to drive in the region

·         Outstanding interpersonal and communicative skills in at least two languages spoken in the rural areas of the Western Cape

·         Advanced computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.  GIS will be an added advantage)

·         Physical fitness to perform biodiversity assessments and other field work

·         Sound report writing and presentation skills

·         The ability to work unsupervised

·         High levels of personal responsibility and accountability


ENQUIRIES: Mr D Dreyer on 021 851 1996

APPLICATIONS: To the Human Resources Manager, Private Bag X29, Gatesville, 7766 or fax to 086 210 5242 or email hrinfo@capenature.co.za on or before 31 October 2013.

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Programme Manager Job at CapeNature in Gatesville

Programme Manager: Integrated Catchment Management

CapeNature seeks to employ a Programme Manager to provide a strategic leadership and direction in fire and related catchment management activities pursuant to all biodiversity and social mandates of the organization. Salary R587 357 per annum (TCoE) - Level 12.



RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Facilitate, co-ordinate and provide strategic input into all catchment management related issues, including fire management and relevant projects within CapeNature to ensure maximum conservation and socio-economic outcomes

·         Promote an integrated catchment approach to fire, catchment and alien vegetation management

·         Facilitate and promote the implementation of “best practice” within the catchment and infrastructure management mandate of CapeNature

·         Mobilisation and maintenance of internal and external capacity in pursuit of programme objectives (including building and maintenance of internal as well as external partnerships)

·         Enhance the resource capacity (human and equipment) and resource use within the organization through training and setting of standards

·         Facilitate the implementation of Integrated Catchment Management (ICM) standards

·         Provide strategic and functional leadership to, and overall management of the catchment management team, including capacity building and mentorship

·         Represent CapeNature at local, national and international forums

·         Interpretation and execution of the corporate vision and policy, as well as relevant legislation

·         Overall financial, human resources and asset management of the component



REQUIREMENTS:

·         A tertiary qualification in the natural or environmental sciences and/or conservation management

·         At least 5-7 years managerial experience in a biodiversity environment, including fire, catchment and fynbos ecosystem management

·         Appropriate and demonstrable fire management experience

·         Incident Command qualifications (preferably ICS 400 or ICS 420) and skills

·         Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation

·         Sound interpersonal and communication skills

·         Computer literacy, with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint) and demonstrable proficiency in Geographical Information Systems (ArcView)

·         A valid Code 08 drivers license, with own reliable vehicle and willingness to travel extensively throughout the Western Cape Province

·         Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape Province



ENQUIRIES: Dr Ernst Baard on 021 483 0013

APPLICATIONS: Please send a letter of application, a Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of all qualifications and your identity document to: The Human Resources Manager, Private Bag X29, Gatesville, 7766 or fax to 086 210 5242 or email hrinfo@capenature.co.za on or before 11 November 2013.

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Conservation Services Manager Job at CapeNature in Gatesville

Conservation Services Manager: Karoo Area (Oudtshoorn)

CapeNature seeks to employ a Conservation Services Manager (Stewardship Negotiation and Extension), based in the Karoo Area (Oudtshoorn) with a Salary of R409 120 per annum (TCoE) - Level 10.

This position will seek to provide professional and integrated Stewardship extension in order to promote landowner investment and stewardship of critical habitats. This position will be responsible for negotiation of new Stewardship Contracts and provide management support for Stewardship Sites which contribute to critical habitat and protected area targets as outlined in the CapeNature Protected Area Expansion Strategy and the Lesley Hill Succulent Karroo Trust Priorities. The incumbent will form an important part of a multi-disciplinary team.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

·         Negotiation of new Stewardship Contracts as prioritised by CapeNature and the Lesley Hill Succulent Karoo Trust in their conservation plans.

·         Development of stewardship agreements subsequent to successful negotiations

·         Preparation of management plans and conservation management audits on Stewardship sites.

·         Assist in the Implementation of the Stewardship Strategic Plan for the Area.

·         Deliver extension support to private landowners and managers of critical biodiversity and assist with the management of Stewardship sites.

·         Assist in maintaining partnerships with relevant role-players in the Area to support landscape-scale conservation initiatives

·         Assist where possible with environmental law compliance through sound environmental land-use advice to private landowners.

·         Overall management and administration related to the Stewardship Negotiator post

·         Ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislation

·         Sound financial and asset management

·         Manage relevant information systems and relevant databases

·         Share lessons and report on outcomes as required at relevant forums.



REQUIREMENTS:

·         A formal three year qualification in the field of Natural Resource Management or Biodiversity Conservation.

·         At least five years of appropriate experience

·         A valid 08 driver’s license and a willingness to drive in the region

·         Outstanding interpersonal and communicative skills in at least two languages spoken in the rural areas of the Western Cape

·         Advanced computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.  GIS will be an added advantage)

·         Physical fitness to perform biodiversity assessments and other field work

·         Sound report writing and presentation skills

·         The ability to work unsupervised

·         High levels of personal responsibility and accountability



ENQUIRIES: Mr I. Donian on 044 - 8025300

APPLICATIONS: To The Human Resources Manager, Private bag X29, Gatesville 7766 or fax 086 210 5242 or e-mail hrinfo@capenature.co.za  on or before 31 October 2013.

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Senior Scientific Manager Job at CapeNature in Stellenbosch

Senior Scientific Manager: Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch

CapeNature is offering the following senior management position to candidates with a combination of biodiversity conservation training and experience, as well as well-developed managerial and interpersonal skills.

Based at Scientific Services, Jonkershoek, Stellenbosch with a Salary of R737 037 per annum (TCoE) - OSD Production B.



Key Responsibilities

·       Overall strategic management of the Scientific Services Unit including regular review of the Scientific Services Five-year Strategic Plan, drafting of the Scientific Services Annual Performance Plan (APP) and monitoring of the implementation of the quarterly targets set in the APP

·       Financial management of the Scientific Services Unit including the application and implementation of CapeNature’s financial and administrative policies and procedures, preparation and management of the Scientific Services annual budget and the implementation of internal control systems according to the Public Finance Management Act and Supply Chain Management Policy

·       Human capital management of the Scientific Services Unit including daily management of office administration, occupational health and safety, and risk management, as well as the recruitment and retention of skilled staff through appropriate processes and training

·       Overall leadership in positioning the Scientific Services Unit to fulfil a leadership role in participating and providing specialist scientific decision support and input into corporate, local, regional, national and international conservation scientific and management programmes, projects and initiatives

·       Attendance of corporate meetings and workshops, Board Conservation Committee meetings, national and regional governmental meetings and workshops (for example, Environmental Affairs, Water Affairs, Mineral Resources), chairing the CapeNature Wild Animal Advisory Committee, and participating in and contributing to regional, national and international biodiversity initiatives, e.g. World Heritage Sites, IUCN, C.A.P.E., EWT, etc.



Key Requirements:

·       A Masters degree in Natural Sciences  (OSD appointment requirement)

·       10 years relevant scientific experience after BSc qualification (OSD appointment requirement)

·       Registration with SACNASP as a Professional Scientist (OSD appointment requirement)

·       Knowledge and understanding of legislation applicable to Biodiversity, Protected Areas and Environmental Issues

·       Knowledge and understanding of legislation applicable to Occupational Health and Safety

·       Knowledge and understanding of the Public Finance Management Act and Supply Chain Management

·       Good working knowledge of budgeting and expenditure control, as well as asset management

·       Demonstrated experience in personnel management

·       Computer competence (MSOffice suite)

·       Good oral and written communication, report-writing and presentation skills

·       A valid drivers’ licence, and willingness to travel regionally and nationally on a regular basis

The successful candidate will report to the Executive Director: Biodiversity Support



Recommendations:

·       Demonstrated adequate grounding in and exposure to conservation biology and applicable management practices

·       Demonstrated well-developed managerial and interpersonal skills, with an assertive and professional approach to goal-orientated and output-based staff management and career development

·       A mature, stable person with strong leadership skills, strategic thinking and a demonstrated ability to lead a team, as well as good organisational, planning and people management skills


ENQUIRIES: Dr E Baard on 021 483 0013

APPLICATIONS: Please send a letter of application, a Curriculum Vitae, and certified copies of all qualifications and your identity document to: The Human Resources Manager, Private Bag X29, Gatesville, 7766 or fax to 086 210 5242 or email hrinfo@capenature.co.za on or before 11 November 2013.

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