18 Oct
CapeNature
George
Job details
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Pay
- R395 505 a year
Job type
- Permanent
Location
George, Western Cape
Full job description
This position is suited to a dedicated self-motivated conservationist who will contribute to the conservation of biodiversity through protected area expansion, environmental awareness, and stakeholder engagement in Landscape East.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
LANDSCAPE GOVERNANCE AND ENGAGEMENT
- Establish and maintain Protected Area Advisory Committees in the Landscape to promote co-governance mechanisms.
- Integrate planning and service delivery at Landscape unit level by participating in Reserve Management Committees and key forums within the Landscape.
- Establish and support co-governance mechanisms for protected areas.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Develop and maintain a Landscape-based Stakeholder Engagement Strategy and Management Plan.
- Establish an effective stakeholder participatory structure that will meaningfully engage CapeNature on community conservation matters.
- Develop and maintain a Stakeholder Engagement Communications protocol.
- Develop and maintain a Landscape-based Stakeholder Database.
- Managing resources effectively and efficiently, in relation to stakeholder engagement.
- Mitigate perceived conflict with stakeholders through sound conflict resolution mechanisms.
- Managing relationship with Natural Resource User Groups.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- Management of strategic implementation plans with the focus on Stakeholder Engagement.
- Co-contribution to METT actions for nature reserves in the Landscape.
- The management of community-based partnerships and projects to advance biodiversity conservation, environmental education & awareness.
- Provide extension services to communities and landowners, with regards to Biodiversity Stewardship in the Landscape.
- Support the implementation of Sustainable Harvesting and Access protocols.
- Assist in implementing Youth Development and Job Creation Projects in the Landscape.
- Facilitate initiatives in support of SMME development in the Landscape for neighboring communities.
ADVOCACY
- Leading the implementation of brand-building initiatives at a Landscape level, in support of the corporate advocacy strategy.
- Leading the implementation of Environmental Education, Awareness, and various outreach efforts at Landscape level, in support of the corporate strategy.
- Influencing stakeholders in respect of biodiversity conservation and environmental resource management programmes by establishing innovative partnerships in the Landscape.
- Support the implementation of an Access Strategy at Landscape level, by facilitating access and interventions which advances community-beneficiation.
CAPACITY BUILDING
- Leading the implementation of Environmental Education Commemorative Days/Social Days/Calendar Days.
- Initiate and enable Social Science Research to deepen the understanding of community-based networks, governance, and decision-making processes.
- Establish and manage a group of Honorary Nature Conservators with capacity building initiatives.
- Facilitate initiatives in support of Local Economic Development, in particular training of local SMME’s.
- Effective facilitation of volunteer groups and stakeholder capacity building initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Natural/Social Sciences or Economic Management Sciences.
- At least two years’ experience and involvement in community liaison and project development.
- Above average interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
- Good understanding of the Conservation Economy and the National People and Parks program.
- Good understanding of environmental education approaches and conservation principles.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement processes.
- A good understanding of landscape community dynamics and networks.
- Understanding of broader government priorities and policies on EPWP, environment and economic development.
- Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point).
- A valid driver’s license with proven driving experience
- No criminal record
COMPETENCIES:
- Experience in awareness raising, environmental education and community projects.
- High levels of personal responsibility and accountability.
- Conflict resolution skills.
AS A PERMANENT EMPLOYEE OF CAPENATURE, YOU WILL ENJOY:
- 24 days of annual leave per annual leave cycle;
- Comprehensive benefits for death, critical illness or injury linked to the Pension Fund for CapeNature employees;
- Staff discounts of up to 50% on CapeNature accommodation at reserves across the Western Cape;
- Opportunities for career progression and development through internal and external training interventions, and academic growth through the internal CapeNature Bursary Programme subject to Bursary Policy guidelines;
- Free access to CapeNature’s Wellness Partner for you and your immediate household which includes professional counselling, financial, legal and health related advice; and
- The opportunity to positively impact the environment and promote a sustainable future.
Kindly Note: Only suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
This position is suited to a dedicated self-motivated conservationist who will contribute to the conservation of biodiversity through protected area expansion, environmental awareness, and stakeholder engagement in Landscape East.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
LANDSCAPE GOVERNANCE AND ENGAGEMENT
- Establish and maintain Protected Area Advisory Committees in the Landscape to promote co-governance mechanisms.
- Integrate planning and service delivery at Landscape unit level by participating in Reserve Management Committees and key forums within the Landscape.
- Establish and support co-governance mechanisms for protected areas.
STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT
- Develop and maintain a Landscape-based Stakeholder Engagement Strategy and Management Plan.
- Establish an effective stakeholder participatory structure that will meaningfully engage CapeNature on community conservation matters.
- Develop and maintain a Stakeholder Engagement Communications protocol.
- Develop and maintain a Landscape-based Stakeholder Database.
- Managing resources effectively and efficiently, in relation to stakeholder engagement.
- Mitigate perceived conflict with stakeholders through sound conflict resolution mechanisms.
- Managing relationship with Natural Resource User Groups.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- Management of strategic implementation plans with the focus on Stakeholder Engagement.
- Co-contribution to METT actions for nature reserves in the Landscape.
- The management of community-based partnerships and projects to advance biodiversity conservation, environmental education & awareness.
- Provide extension services to communities and landowners, with regards to Biodiversity Stewardship in the Landscape.
- Support the implementation of Sustainable Harvesting and Access protocols.
- Assist in implementing Youth Development and Job Creation Projects in the Landscape.
- Facilitate initiatives in support of SMME development in the Landscape for neighboring communities.
ADVOCACY
- Leading the implementation of brand-building initiatives at a Landscape level, in support of the corporate advocacy strategy.
- Leading the implementation of Environmental Education, Awareness, and various outreach efforts at Landscape level, in support of the corporate strategy.
- Influencing stakeholders in respect of biodiversity conservation and environmental resource management programmes by establishing innovative partnerships in the Landscape.
- Support the implementation of an Access Strategy at Landscape level, by facilitating access and interventions which advances community-beneficiation.
CAPACITY BUILDING
- Leading the implementation of Environmental Education Commemorative Days/Social Days/Calendar Days.
- Initiate and enable Social Science Research to deepen the understanding of community-based networks, governance, and decision-making processes.
- Establish and manage a group of Honorary Nature Conservators with capacity building initiatives.
- Facilitate initiatives in support of Local Economic Development, in particular training of local SMME’s.
- Effective facilitation of volunteer groups and stakeholder capacity building initiatives.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Natural/Social Sciences or Economic Management Sciences.
- At least two years’ experience and involvement in community liaison and project development.
- Above average interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
- Good understanding of the Conservation Economy and the National People and Parks program.
- Good understanding of environmental education approaches and conservation principles.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement processes.
- A good understanding of landscape community dynamics and networks.
- Understanding of broader government priorities and policies on EPWP, environment and economic development.
- Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
- Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Power Point).
- A valid driver’s license with proven driving experience
- No criminal record
COMPETENCIES:
- Experience in awareness raising, environmental education and community projects.
- High levels of personal responsibility and accountability.
- Conflict resolution skills.
AS A PERMANENT EMPLOYEE OF CAPENATURE, YOU WILL ENJOY:
- 24 days of annual leave per annual leave cycle;
- Comprehensive benefits for death, critical illness or injury linked to the Pension Fund for CapeNature employees;
- Staff discounts of up to 50% on CapeNature accommodation at reserves across the Western Cape;
- Opportunities for career progression and development through internal and external training interventions, and academic growth through the internal CapeNature Bursary Programme subject to Bursary Policy guidelines;
- Free access to CapeNature’s Wellness Partner for you and your immediate household which includes professional counselling, financial, legal and health related advice; and
- The opportunity to positively impact the environment and promote a sustainable future.
Kindly Note: Only suitable candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be considered.
Apply online: http://capenature.simply.hr
Closing Date: 1 November 2024