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Pilot

Job Description

BACKGROUND:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organization that takes on the complete responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks in partnership with governments and local communities. We currently manage 22 national parks and protected areas in 12 countries covering over 20 million hectares in: Angola, Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Sudan.

Boma and Bandingilo National Parks are located in South Sudan’s equatorial region with a combined area of 30, 000 KM ². The parks host the largest wildlife migration in Africa that covers over 120,000 KM2, and provides habitat for large populations of White Eared Kob, Tiang, Mongalla gazelle, buffalo, elephant, giraffe and lion.

JOB OVERVIEW:

We are looking for an experienced line pilot to work in a challenging and remote area. This role will require the incumbent to perform pre- and post-flight planning, pre- and post-flight inspections, fuel management, equipment and navigational systems management, and operate our aircraft safely at all times, while operating as a bush pilot.

A 2-year contract would be offered to the suitable candidate, with a 6-month probation period. Salary would be commensurate with experience as experience and hours progress.

MAIN ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Safely carry out all flights needed as required by the operations of the project
2. Take responsibility for the safety and operations of all aerial and ground operations
3. Manage fuel stocks and refueling, aircraft support, helipads, runways and hangars.
4. Assist with any work that needs to be done on AP aircraft.
5. Help with servicing and maintenance, as well as continued airworthiness of the aircraft, respect the maintenance schedule and assist appointed maintenance engineers on site, within the legal prescripts
6. Duties to include the daily refueling, cleaning and continued care as well as management of equipment or parts and stock control
7. Maintain flight folio/logbook, spreadsheets and online Operations management system admin up to date
8. Be available as a relief pilot on other aircraft as required to serve the regional aerial support function.
9. When the pilot is not flying, he/she is expected to support the projects regular operations (such as but not limited to, support in logistics, administration, IT, training of staff, sourcing of materials, etc.).
10. Carry out any other relevant tasks that may be assigned from time to time by the supervisor
11. Be prepared to obtain an FAA validation
12. Be prepared to do a Rotax line maintenance engine course 

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• Chief Pilot / Aviation Supervisor
• Field Operations Manager
• Park Manager
• Law Enforcement Manager
• Human Resources Manager
• Government aviation authority

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Required licenses issued by the applicable Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA)
• Ratings on C206, C182 and Savannah aircraft required.
• FAA fixed wing licence would be an advantage.
• Valid Class 1 medical certificate;
• A minimum of 700 hours PIC flight time
• Rotax engine experience / mechanical aptitude would be a benefit.
• Experience in bush flying would be an asset
• Willing to be based in a remote area with minimal infrastructure and support
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills in English;
• Strong initiative, perseverance, and resilience;
• Strong personal integrity and dependability
• Good team player with experience working with multicultural teams.
• Knowledge and passion for conservation and wildlife is essential

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE:

Fully functional, safe and legally compliant aerial operations with:

• Full responsibility for the safety and operations of all flights; and
• Full responsibility for the maintenance oversight of organizations’ aircraft.
• Full responsibility for hangars and aircraft care.
• Fully trained and experienced bush pilot, able to operate independently
• Zero preventable incidents / accidents and exemplary safety record

HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to ssrecruitment@africanparks.org by 20 May 2026. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.

Chief Pilot

Job Description

BACKGROUND:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on responsibility for the long-term management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities. African Parks manages 24 protected areas in 13 countries covering over 20 million hectares.

In South Sudan, African Parks supports the management of the Great Nile Migration Landscape (GNML), centred around Badingilo National Park, Boma National Park, and the Jonglei landscape. Covering more than 120,000 km², the landscape supports the world’s largest remaining terrestrial mammal migration and is of major ecological importance regionally and globally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Chief Pilot will be responsible for managing, coordinating, and supporting aerial support functions throughout the operational areas within South Sudan and Ethiopia and adjoining areas of operation.

MAIN ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pilot in Command of African Parks aircraft within the countries, including Cessna 206, Cessna 182, Cessna 172 and ICP Savannah aircraft.
• Safe and compliant flights supporting the following aerial support missions, including but not limited to logistic support flights, passenger flights, surveillance / reconnaissance flights, survey flights, research flights and general aerial support.
• Ensure all aerial support flights within the region are within the prescribed legal limitations, aircraft performance limits and aircrew experience limitations.
• Manage and ensure all aircraft, aircrew and infrastructure in country are in compliance with the applicable legal prescripts and African Parks SOPs.
• Manage and ensure all relevant operating permits are valid and in place, take the lead in organising national clearances and flight permits.
• Manage and ensure efficient and effective fleet aircraft maintenance, fuel management, spare parts management, and aviation stock and consumables in country.
• Active safety and risk management for aerial and ground support operations.
• Organize and coordinate any work that needs to be done on aircraft, including but not limited to scheduled maintenance, general aircraft care and cleaning, ad-hoc / non-scheduled maintenance and continued airworthiness.
• Ensure all aviation support structures, infrastructure and maintenance facilities including hangars, refuelling systems and runways are maintained and complies with the legal prescripts and the African Parks SOPs and technical standards.
• Duties to include the daily cleaning and continued care of all aircraft and aviation facilities / infrastructure.
• Procurement and sourcing of equipment or parts that might be needed through the official procurement channels.
• Assist with annual budget calculations and assure operations are within agreed budgets. Continuous evaluation of operations and expenditure to ensure cost effective operations and budget compliance.
• Assist in evaluation and implementation of new and planned aviation platforms and how these are to be used in order to function as force multipliers, this may include manned and unmanned aircraft.
• Assure that all paperwork is filed properly, completed, archived, and stored digitally.
• Assure that all metrics related to business processes, data-driven management, and operations management, are completed and delivered by their deadlines.
• Perform other duties as assigned and contribute to the success of the park’s operations in the region.
• Take the lead with recruitment and management of pilots and relief pilots.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Required licenses issued by the applicable Civil Aviation authority, with ratings/certification on Cessna 206, Cessna 182, Cessna 172 and ICP Savannah aircraft.
• SACAA Commercial Pilots Licence.
• Valid and current instructors rating with demonstrable experience as instructor will be advantageous.
• Minimum 1500 hrs. total fixed wing flight, incl. min. 500 hrs. bush experience.
• Valid and current instrument flight rating.
• Valid and current Class 1 medical certificate.
• Minimum 3 years aviation oversight / management experience.
• Willing to be based in a remote area with minimal infrastructure and support.
• Experienced doing routine maintenance of aircraft, Rotax, Continental and Lycoming engines (as allowed for in the applicable Civil Aviation Regulations and the African Parks Aviation SOPs) would be an asset.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, oral and written communications skills in English.
• Strong initiative, perseverance, and resilience.
• Good team player with experience working with multicultural teams.
• Strong personal integrity and dependability.
• Knowledge and passion for conservation and wildlife.
• Strong commitment to safe, efficient and compliant remote aerial operations.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their experience and motivation for the position, along with an updated CV to ssrecruitment@africanparks.org  or hand delivery to African Parks office Thonping, Synergy Suites – Plot No 849, Block No 3-K South by Friday, 20 May 2026. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.In case you do not hear from us within two weeks after the closing date, this means that your application was not successful. We thank you for your interest in working for African Parks.

Intelligence Officer

Job Description

POSITION: Intelligence Officer

ORGANISATION: African Parks – South Sudan

LOCATION: Boma National Park

REPORTING TO: Senior Research Officer

EXPECTED START DATE: July 2026

BACKGROUND:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on responsibility for the long-term management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities. African Parks manages 24 protected areas in 13 countries covering over 20 million hectares.

In South Sudan, African Parks supports the management of the Great Nile Migration Landscape (GNML), centred around Badingilo National Park, Boma National Park, and the Jonglei landscape. Covering more than 120,000 km², the landscape supports the world’s largest remaining terrestrial mammal migration and is of major ecological importance regionally and globally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Intelligence Officer (Boma) will lead the Situational Awareness Cell for the Boma landscape. The role focuses on transforming dispersed observations from community scouts (Tangos) and rangers into structured, actionable intelligence to support baseline situational awareness, pattern identification, and preventive interventions.

This position prioritises structured aggregation and analysis of existing field data over covert collection, enabling early warning, spatial risk mapping, and evidence-based Situational Crime Prevention (SCP) measures.

This position sits within a new Information Coordination initiative across African Parks-managed landscapes in South Sudan. The model deliberately seeks to develop structured detection, patterning, attribution, and preventive interventions to reduce wildlife crime. Analysts play a central role in turning dispersed observations into usable information that shapes the operating environment and reduces opportunities for illegal activity.
You will be measured by the quality, consistency, and usefulness of analytical products; improved coverage and structure of incoming data; identification of actionable patterns and risk areas; and contribution to evidence-based SCP interventions.

MAIN ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Data Collection & Structuring (Primary Focus)

• Establish and maintain standardised reporting formats and debrief protocols for rangers (≈12) and community scouts (≈50).
• Ensure consistent, timely submission of patrol and scout observations (signs of illegal activity, tracks, camps, snares, human/wildlife movement changes, encounters, etc.).
• Log, tag, and clean all incoming information in the central intelligence database (date, location, activity type, source category, etc.).
• Maintain spatial data layers (GIS/mapping) for patrol coverage, incident locations, and emerging risk areas.
• Analysis & Patterning
• Conduct regular spatial and temporal analysis to identify repeat locations, hotspots, and emerging patterns.
• Produce weekly analytical outputs, including: Operational Brief (key developments and immediate implications).
• Pattern and Risk Update (repeat activity, patrol vs. incident correlation, risk trends).
• Develop early warning indicators based on environmental and activity patterns.
• Escalate priority issues requiring deeper investigation (e.g., to Field Research Officers or external partners) with clear supporting evidence.
• Tasking & Direction
• Contribute to the weekly strategic tasking cycle (3–5 priority intelligence questions) under the guidance of the Intelligence Lead.
• Develop operational monitoring tasks for rangers and scouts focused on pattern identification and data quality improvement.
• Provide feedback to field teams on reporting quality, coverage gaps, and priority areas.
• Capacity Development
• Support the phased Ranger Development Pathway:
  • Phase 1 (0–12 months): Focus on consistent, structured information collection and reliability.
  • Phase 2 (12–36 months): Build rangers’ ability to interpret local patterns and contribute to targeted patrol planning.
• Deliver or support in-house training on reporting standards, basic observation skills, and data handling for scouts and rangers.
• Work towards progressively integrating intelligence outputs into patrol planning and SCP interventions.
• Coordination & Integration
• Collaborate closely with the Analyst Cell, Field Research Officers (Badingilo/Jonglei), and the Juba Market Node where linkages exist.
• Ensure intelligence products directly inform SCP measures tailored to Boma’s environmental patterns and repeat locations.
• Support broader conservation and law enforcement teams with timely, accurate situational awareness products.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Essential:

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in field operations, data management, or intelligence-related roles in conservation, security, or community-based monitoring.
• Strong understanding of protected area management and wildlife crime issues.
• Proven ability to work with community structures and field teams in remote environments.
• Experience with data structuring, basic analysis, and mapping tools (e.g., GIS, Excel, simple database systems).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; ability to produce clear, concise reports.

Desirable:

• Previous experience working with rangers, community scouts, or in intelligence/support roles in South Sudan or similar contexts.
• Familiarity with Situational Crime Prevention principles or intelligence-led operations.
• Basic GIS/mapping proficiency and data visualisation skills.

6. Skills and Competencies

• Strong organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to translate raw field observations into usable intelligence products.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity for working with diverse field teams.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently in a challenging field environment with limited supervision.
• High integrity, discretion, and commitment to ethical intelligence practices.
• Problem-solving orientation and adaptability.

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Senior Research Officer

Job Description

POSITION: Senior Research Officer

ORGANISATION: African Parks – South Sudan

LOCATION: Badingilo National Park

REPORTING TO: Information Coordination Mentor

EXPECTED START DATE: July 2026

 BACKGROUND:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on responsibility for the long-term management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities. African Parks manages 24 protected areas in 13 countries covering over 20 million hectares.

In South Sudan, African Parks supports the management of the Great Nile Migration Landscape (GNML), centred around Badingilo National Park, Boma National Park, and the Jonglei landscape. Covering more than 120,000 km², the landscape supports the world’s largest remaining terrestrial mammal migration and is of major ecological importance regionally and globally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Senior Field Research Officer will support the development of foundational and structured information collection as part of a differentiated information and situational crime prevention (SCP) model across the Badingilo, Jonglei, and Boma landscapes. The FRO will focus on building understanding of key actors, movement patterns, access routes, and enabling conditions through controlled, targeted collection, feeding into pattern analysis and preventive interventions.

This position sits within a new Information Coordination initiative across African Parks-managed landscapes in South Sudan. The model deliberately seeks to develop structured detection, patterning, attribution, and preventive interventions to reduce wildlife crime. Analysts play a central role in turning dispersed observations into usable information that shapes the operating environment and reduces opportunities for illegal activity.
You will be measured by the quality, consistency, and usefulness of analytical products; improved coverage and structure of incoming data; identification of actionable patterns and risk areas; and contribution to evidence-based SCP interventions.

MAIN ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct tasked, time-bound research focused on confirming or clarifying priority intelligence questions related to actors, networks, movement patterns, and enabling conditions.
• Develop and maintain controlled sources/network fragments in a disciplined, ethical manner.
• Submit short, factual structured reports that clearly separate raw information from any assessment.
• Identify and report on key actors, organizational structures, access routes, and systems that facilitate illegal activity (e.g., poaching, trafficking).
• Integrate field observations with patrol data where available and escalate emerging patterns or priority issues for analytical follow-up.
• Provide field discipline, mentorship, and quality control to other FROs; contribute to operational tasking development alongside the Lead Analyst.
• Participate in feedback loops, tasking adjustments, and training activities to improve overall collection quality and consistency.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrated experience in field-based information gathering, community engagement, or discreet source handling in challenging environments.
• Strong local knowledge of the Badingilo, Jonglei, or greater Upper Nile region (for field roles) or Juba urban networks (for the urban role).
• Ability to build and maintain trusted relationships while exercising good judgment and discretion.
• Proven reliability in submitting clear, timely, and factual reports.
• Understanding of basic security and source protection principles.
• Fluency in English and relevant local languages (e.g., Arabic, Nuer, Murle, Dinka or others as relevant to the operating area).
• Previous experience in conservation, law enforcement, community liaison, or related field work is highly desirable.

Inter-personal & technical skills required 

• Discipline in separating raw facts from interpretation or assessment.
• Ability to operate effectively in remote, insecure, or urban environments with limited supervision.
• High personal integrity and commitment to controlled, purposeful collection (not volume-driven).
• Strong observational skills and attention to patterns in human and wildlife movement, signs of illegal activity, and enabling conditions.
• Comfort with structured reporting formats and feedback processes.
• Cultural sensitivity and ability to navigate complex community and ethnic dynamics in South Sudan.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their experience and motivation for the position, along with an updated CV to ssrecruitment@africanparks.org  or hand delivery to African Parks office Thonping, Synergy Suites – Plot No 849, Block No 3-K South by Friday, 29 May 2026. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.

In case you do not hear from us within two weeks after the closing date, this means that your application was not successful. We thank you for your interest in working for African Parks.

Conservation Manager

Job Description

POSITION: Conservation Manager

ORGANISATION: African Parks – South Sudan

LOCATION: Badingilo National Park

REPORTING TO: Park Manager

EXPECTED START DATE: July 2026

BACKGROUND:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on responsibility for the long-term management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities. African Parks manages 24 protected areas in 13 countries covering over 20 million hectares.

In South Sudan, African Parks supports the management of the Great Nile Migration Landscape (GNML), centred around Badingilo National Park, Boma National Park, and the Jonglei landscape. Covering more than 120,000 km², the landscape supports the world’s largest remaining terrestrial mammal migration and is of major ecological importance regionally and globally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The primary purpose of the Conservation Manager role is to lead the development, coordination, and implementation of conservation and habitat management strategies within and around Badingilo National Park and Jonglei, as part of the broader Great Nile Migration Landscape (GNML).  

As a member of the Park Management Unit, the role is responsible for strengthening the science–management interface by translating ecological data, monitoring outputs, and research findings into practical recommendations that inform park operations and conservation strategy. The Conservation Manager will lead ecological monitoring and management, research programmes, oversee conservation data systems, and support adaptive, evidence-based decision-making across the landscape.

MAIN ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conservation Planning & Adaptive Management

• Develop, manage, and oversee the biodiversity and conservation department in alignment with the business plan.
• Lead an adaptive management planning process to design, implement, and continuously refine long-term conservation and habitat management strategies within Badingilo National Park and the Jonglei landscape, aligned to the Greater Nile Migration Landscape (GNML).
• Develop and implement species-specific and ecosystem management plans in line with regional and international best practice.
• Provide strategic conservation recommendations to the park manager and park management unit to inform operational and policy decisions.
• Monitor ecological trends and detect changes in key species populations to inform timely management interventions.

2. Monitoring, Research & Data Systems

• Design, plan, and implement a comprehensive ecological monitoring programme addressing key knowledge gaps and management priorities.
• Oversee and implement all biodiversity monitoring activities, including aerial surveys, camera trapping, large mammal surveys (SRF), predator monitoring, ornithological and botanical surveys, hydrological and fisheries monitoring, meteorological data collection, and species collaring.
• Ensure all conservation data are accurately collected, managed, and stored within a robust ecological database, maintaining baseline species inventories and long-term datasets.
• Establish and maintain a research framework aligned with APN standards to guide data collection and analysis.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and management briefs to guide decision-making and improve understanding of the landscape.

3. Landscape Connectivity, Land Use Planning & Gazettement

• Identify, map, and prioritise wildlife corridors and key ecological areas to support landscape connectivity within the GNML.
• Support and contribute to the development and implementation of Land Use Planning (LUP) processes, ensuring integration of ecological data into national and landscape-level planning.
• Assist with driving the development and formal gazettement of priority conservation areas in the landscape.

4. Operational Integration & Decision Support

• Provide ecological and spatial analysis to support law enforcement planning, including identification of priority patrol areas and poaching risk zones.
• Support tourism and commercial development planning through ecological assessments and zoning recommendations.
• Plan and implement conservation studies required by other departments as outlined in the business plan.
• Plan and manage species reintroduction and translocation initiatives.

5. Partnerships, Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate closely with national conservation authorities and relevant government departments to align conservation approaches across the GNML.
• Cultivate and manage partnerships with research institutions, universities, NGOs, and technical partners at national and international levels.
• Manage and supervise a structured student and research programme in collaboration with local and international universities.
• Work closely with the Community Department to assess human–environment interactions, including fisheries, water management, and wildlife–livelihood dynamics.
• Present research findings and conservation outcomes to government, academic audiences, donors, and the public.

6. Department Management & Reporting

• Lead and manage the Biodiversity and Conservation Department in line with the approved business plan.
• Ensure effective budget management, maintaining financial discipline and alignment with approved allocations.
• Ensure full compliance with APN SOPs and operational standards across all conservation activities.

Deliver regular (weekly, monthly, and annual) reports on departmental activities, ensuring outputs are scientifically sound and operationally relevant.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Postgraduate qualification in wildlife management, ecology, or a related field, with 5+ years’ experience in conservation management and ecological research.
• Results-driven with strong experience in protected area management, conservation planning, and ecological monitoring (aerial survey advantageous).
• Strong team management and mentoring skills.
• Highly analytical, detail-orientated, and results-driven, with sound decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in multicultural settings.
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to operate in remote and challenging environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant analytical tools.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their experience and motivation for the position, along with an updated CV to ssrecruitment@africanparks.org  or hand delivery to African Parks office Thonping, Synergy Suites – Plot No 849, Block No 3-K South by Thursday, 20 May 2026. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.

In case you do not hear from us within two weeks after the closing date, this means that your application was not successful. We thank you for your interest in working for African Parks.

Law Enforcement Mentor

Job Description

POSITION: Law Enforcement Mentor

ORGANISATION: African Parks – South Sudan

LOCATION: Boma National Park

REPORTING TO: Park Manager

EXPECTED START DATE: August 2026

 BACKGROUND:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organization that takes on the complete responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks in partnership with governments and local communities. We currently manage 22 national parks and protected areas in 12 countries covering over 20 million hectares in: Angola, Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe and South Sudan.

Boma and Bandingilo National Parks are located in South Sudan’s equatorial region with a combined area of 30, 000 KM ². The parks host the largest wildlife migration in the World that covers over 120,000 KM2 and provides habitat for large populations of hartebeest – Buffalo – Elephant – Giraffe & Lions.

The Boma landscape supports a large population of Semi Nomadic pastoralists and large population in a few sedentary locations in an ethnically diverse environment.

JOB OVERVIEW:

As part of its operation in South- Sudan, African Parks is seeking a full-time Law enforcement mentor for Boma National Park under management in the country. The role will focus on providing operational and tactical readiness for each Park Law Enforcement Unit in accordance with APN training standards and standard operating procedures. This position represents an exciting opportunity to work with a unique conservation organization, dedicated to protecting Africa’s wildlife and remaining wild places. We are looking for a highly organized, self-motivated and passionate individual to support park and regional management and law enforcement teams in delivering effective law enforcement operations aligned with organizational standards and a challenging security context.

Boma National Park follows a strong community engagement program with communities at the center of all conservation activities. Law Enforcement is expected to support not only statutory law, but also support formal community structures in enforcing customary law.

Successful Law Enforcement in Boma will require not only the application of standard, best practices and strict adherence to African Parks operating standards, but a “think out of the box” approach in order to

MAIN ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide operational guidance and leadership support to the park’s Law Enforcement Team under the direction of the PM and in coordination with LE Warden.
• As directed by PM, and in coordination with park Law Enforcement Warden, implementation of best practices and the highest organizational and operational levels of safety, equipment, training, tactics, conduct of operations and support structures in Parks, including,
• Planning and coordinating all levels of LE training, including the mentoring and capacity-building of Park Warden; park instructors and the administration of all AP refresher training.
• Assuring the highest levels of operational/tactical skills and safety practices of park LE Units through frequent inspection, with reports furnished to PMs;
• Conducting an annual individualized skills assessment of LE personnel, with documentation to Ranger HR files;
• Assessing normal and specialized equipment requirements for park LE units, and supporting the contracting and procurement of equipment in accordance with APN procedures;
• Planning and conducting regular exercises to ensure operational readiness;
• Assisting in the design and implementation of personnel rotation schedules responsive to operational needs, as well as to the training and leave requirements of LE personnel;
• Identifying resource needs of LE personnel (e.g. rations, equipment stores, supplies, housing, finance, transportation, medical) and advising PM and LE Warden thereof;
• Assuring armoury and operations control room security, procedures and operations are following APN standards;
• Fostering coordination with park intelligence units and cooperation in “intelligence-led operations”;
• Establishing and maintaining strong liaison and coordination between park LE team and host country law enforcement units;
• Fostering coordination and strong relationships with the park’s community department (Echo /Tango teams)
• Leading the production and regular revision of park security and evacuation plans;
• Leading the production of park security risk assessments; Assisting and directing operations and efforts to ensure the physical security of AP personnel, assets and operations (inside and outside the park) from any type of attack;
• Supporting air marshal training and ensuring best practices in support of tactical air operations are provided.
• Guiding LE teams to the highest levels of operational readiness in all types of actions. Special emphasis will be expected on QRF and reconnaissance operations;
• Providing technical guidance to ensure maintenance, inspection, cleanliness and operational readiness of all firearms and ammunition;
• Advising LE Warden in the conduct of operations and joint operations with ministry rangers
• Supporting the implementation of CONOPs, LEO and annual budget of the park.
• Assisting LE Warden in designing deployments, in assuring orders are disseminated and executed properly, in conducting after-action debriefings, and in preparing Incident Reports to APN standards.
• Supporting in an “acting” capacity other managerial roles, including that of PM, when necessary to achieve continuity of operations.
• Cultivate an environment of excellence, teamwork, integrity and professionalism in all LE operations;
• Develop APN’s next generation of leadership through positive example and mentorship; and
• Perform other duties as assigned that contribute to the success of park operations.

What success looks like in 3 months:

• Awareness and acceptance of the presence of focussed Law Enforcement amongst the large community residing inside the park and landscape.
• Safe, Efficient and Effective Law Enforcement operation in the park within AP SOPs, CONOPS, LEO plan in the current security context;
• Increased capacity of LE Teams to operate efficiently, effectively and safely in a hostile environment while sustaining zero casualties;
• Excellent coordination of joint operations with host-country rangers
• Improved coordination with park J2 units;
• Equipment necessary to be able to ensure safe and efficient operations is in place;
• All training needed to dominate the terrain are implemented according to plan;
• All Park personnel and visitors operate in a safe and secured environment;
• Poaching and criminal presence in the park minimized significantly.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Military or Law Enforcement background suitably referenced;
• Military/Law Enforcement background – middle ranking officer with operational experience;
• Significant Africa experience, ideally in West Africa and in hostile environments;
• Significant leadership experience with proven successful team building ability;
• Multidisciplinary exposure;

SKILLS:

• Demonstrated conservation understanding/experience;
• Fluency in English is a requirement;
• Resourceful, resilient and reliable;
• Able to achieve mission success working autonomously or with little support in low-resourced environment for extended periods;
• Ability to work well within a team and accept constructive criticism;
• Goal-oriented, self-motivated, creative, highly flexible and adaptable to change;
• Strong willingness to and experience living in a remote location;
• Adhesion to African Parks values

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter detailing their experience and motivation for the position, along with an updated CV to ssrecruitment@africanparks.org  or hand delivery to African Parks office Thonping, Synergy Suites – Plot No 849, Block No 3-K South by Wednesday, 20 May 2026. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.

In case you do not hear from us within two weeks after the closing date, this means that your application was not successful. We thank you for your interest in working for African Parks.

Safeguards Manager

Job Description

BACKGROUND:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organization that takes on the complete responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks in partnership with governments and local communities. We currently manage 23 national parks and protected areas in 13 countries covering over 20 million hectares in: Angola, Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Republic of Congo, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Sudan and Ethiopia.

The Great Nile Migration Landscape (GNML) in South Sudan spans over 120,000 km² across Badingilo and Boma National Parks, Jonglei State, and adjoining community lands. It forms one of Africa’s most important ecological systems, connecting the Sudd wetlands in the west to the Boma highlands in the east. The landscape supports extraordinary biodiversity, including the largest land mammal migration on earth comprising around 6 million animals.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Safeguards Manager will contribute to embedding a conservation approach that is consistent with international human rights, and with safeguards standards, with both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires an understanding of international human rights, and safeguards frameworks, with an emphasis on the specific issues that apply to the conservation sector in South Sudan.

MAIN ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct South Sudan–based research, data collection, analysis, monitoring, fact-finding, and documentation related to the safeguards arena.
• Proactively identifying human rights implications of business plans and develop consistent and adaptable plans with parks to address them in line with AP HO guidelines and policies, national and international laws standards and methodologies on human rights.
• Integrate safeguards implications from Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAP) and align responses with AP safeguards policies.
• Provide technical assistance for community-level conflict prevention and resolution frameworks, including operationalizing a grievance mechanism accessible to all stakeholders.
• Train and establish a functional grievance mechanism for park staff.
• Work closely with Park Management to review, investigate, and resolve complaints, ensuring accountability and follow-up.
• Ensure Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) processes guide community engagement and land use planning.
• Establish proactive safeguards monitoring, including independent conflict management audits, surveys, consultations, and field visits, ensuring recommendations are acted upon.
• Design and deliver safeguards training for rangers, particularly focused on inclusive conservation, use of force, arrest procedures, anti-corruption, and gender sensitivity.
• Support Park Management in applying a disciplinary framework for rangers and ensuring capacity-building.
• Develop clear safeguards reporting systems with relevant indicators.
• Assist Park Management in identifying and training human rights focal points within the park’s national staff.
• Ensure adequate first aid materials and training for all park staff.
• Develop and implement, in partnership with South Sudanese authorities, a park-based early warning and community awareness program.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Academic & experience required 

Competencies, qualifications and experience needed for the role:

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in project management in fragile or remote contexts, preferably in conservation or development.
Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Demonstrated ability to deliver results in complex, politically sensitive environments.
An understanding of natural resource management, land governance, and community-based conservation.
Experience in managing budgets, procurement, and field logistics.
High personal integrity, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to African Parks’ mission.
Willingness to live and work in remote areas with limited infrastructure.

 HOW TO APPLY:

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to ssrecruitment@africanparks.org  or hand delivery to African Parks office Thonping, Synergy Suites – Plot No 849, Block No 3-K South by Tuesday, 21 May 2026. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.

Banking Administrator

Job Description

Background:

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organization that takes on the complete responsibility for the rehabilitation and long-term management of national parks in partnership with governments and local communities. We currently manage 22 national parks and protected areas in 12 countries covering over 20 million hectares in Angola, Benin, the Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, the Republic of Congo, Rwanda, South Sudan, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

 Key Responsibilities:

The roles and responsibilities are varied and wide, and not limited to the following:

• Custodian of Forex Petty Cash and Local Petty Cash
• Completion of forex replenishment forms
• Responsible for managing the treasury mailbox
• All banking admin (list below not exhaustive);
  1. Completion of forms for account opening
  2. Completion of forms for token issue
  3. Completion of forms for Credit card applications and credit card limit increases
  4. Requesting swift copies and downloading of Proof of payments on request for local payments
  5. Confirming rates for incoming funds
  6. Reporting on donations received and allocation thereof to relevant parties
  7. Inputting local and Offshore payments on the banking platform
  8. Addressing banking queries in relation to payments and credit card purchases
  9. ABN Amro Bank statements processing
  10. Special projects disbursement processing
  11. Creation of New Park folders on SharePoint
  12. Parks Disbursement Recons upload on SharePoint

• Compiling the weekly Cash Status Report and Park availability report
• Establishing allocation/nature of incoming funds

 Requirements for the position:

• Finance Degree or Similar
• Minimum 2 years’ experience within a back-office/admin/operations role within banking operations
• Excellent degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work unsupervised and deliver quality work across multiple tasks within required deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Experience working in a multi-currency environment
• A clear understanding of the importance of confidentiality
• Ability to work with all levels of management within the organization
• Excellent computer literacy
• Gathering, analyzing, and interpreting relevant financial

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Aircraft Pilot

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

The pilot will fly and manage his/her aircraft and aerial activities in their respective park/region, reporting to the Aviation Supervisor with technical supervision from the park managers. The pilot may be required, as and when required, to relocate to other parks within the African Parks portfolio as a support structure.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safe and Professional operations as pilot of African Parks aircraft
• Aircraft Management
• Aircraft care
• Management of and responsibility for Aviation facilities, hangars and infrastructure
• Compliance with applicable legal prescripts and African Parks SOPs
• Management of Aircraft, Operations and Aviation-Related Documentation and Reporting
• Communication
• Logistic support functions
• Management of permits, fuel, oil, and parts stocks.
• Active Aviation Safety and Risk Management

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Commercial Pilot’s License (valid and current)
• Valid Class I Aviation Medical Certificate
• Rated and current on applicable type(s)
• CRM & DG current
• Pilot Proficiency Check current
• NIL accidents in the last 3 years
• Minimum 1500 hours PIC total rotor wing aircraft
• Minimum 500 hours on turbine rotor-wing aircraft
• Conservation or bush flying experience
• Comfortable working and living in remote and isolated areas

ADDITIONAL/BENEFICIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• UH-1 series rating and experience beneficial
• Valid instructor’s rating
• Military background/experience in high-risk areas will be beneficial
• Mechanical background and experience
• Survey/surveillance experience

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Funding and Reporting Manager 

Job Description

Reports to: Park Manager (with functional alignment to APN Fundraising Team)

Category: Position open to both Nationals and Expatriates

Type of Contract: Fixed Term Contract (24 months)

Start Date: 01 June 2026

Background

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on responsibility for the long-term management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities. African Parks manages 24 protected areas in 13 countries covering over 20 million hectares in Angola, Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Malawi, Mozambique, the Republic of Congo, South Sudan, Rwanda, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

In 2005, the Institut Congolais pour la Conservation de la Nature (ICCN) entered into a management partnership agreement with African Parks to revitalize, rehabilitate and manage Garamba National Park (GNP) and its three adjacent hunting domains, forming the Garamba Complex.

As part of its operations in the DRC, African Parks is seeking a qualified candidate, having demonstrated a good capacity of problem solving and reporting ability to various stakeholders and donors, for the role of Funding and Reporting Manager. The Funding and Reporting Manager is a pivotal role that bridges the park’s strategic objectives with its operational delivery and engagement with donor community. The position is responsible for the effective, compliant implementation of the park’s grant portfolio, the production of timely and high‑quality donor reports, and the identification and clear articulation of the park’s funding needs. The role works in close coordination with the Special Project Manager (notably responsible for English‑speaking grants), the Park Manager, Finance Manager, Grants & Budget Manager, and other heads of departments overseeing projects implementation. The position also collaborates closely with APN Head Office, including the Fundraising & Innovative Nature Finance, Business Intelligence, and Marketing & Communications teams.

For Garamba National Park, this role carries specific responsibility for the management of francophone grants, notably the European Union portfolio, which represents approximately 40% of the park’s budget in 2025. The Funding and Reporting Manager (FRM) also oversees the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) function of GNP, ensuring harmonized data collection, verification, and reporting systems that both meet donor requirements and support informed, strategic park management.

In addition, the position supports General Park Management in meeting its reporting obligations to ICCN (Institut Congolais pour la Conservation de la Nature), with whom African Parks has established a Public–Private Partnership.

Main Functions and Responsibilities

1. Management of the Francophone Grant Portfolio

• Oversee the park’s francophone grant portfolio (EU, Okapi Fund, others), ensuring effective progress tracking and timely reporting, as well as compliant execution and risk mitigation in collaboration with implementing departments.
• Work closely with the Finance Department (Financial Controller and Grants & Budget Manager) to ensure correct donor allocation of funds, monitoring of activity burn rates, and compliance with contractual provisions.
• Coordinate regular communication with donors, including incident reporting, and support the Park’s participation in donor steering committees and programme review meetings.
• Represent the park during APN quarterly Fundraising calls, providing updates on grant implementation, risks, and new opportunities. update institutional donor tracking platforms
• Support APN fundraising teams in developing new funding proposals for Garamba and co-author park-specific grant applications.
• Ensure alignment of proposals with the park’s Long-Term Strategy, Business Plan and M&E programme.
• Ensure compliance with donor visibility, branding and communication requirements, in close collaboration with the park MarComms Manager.
• Coordinate donor assessment visits and technical assistance missions

2. Management of the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Department

• Manage and supervise the M&E staff team to ensure systematic collection, verification, and analysis of data for donor and park reporting.
• Coordinate with the APN Business Intelligence team to revise the park’s M&E framework annually, jointly lead surveys, studies, and evaluations, and produce analytical reports with results and recommendations for teams and partners.
• Ensure administrative management of the M&E department, including budget follow-up and staff training plans (including coaching and mentoring in M&E methodologies).
• Support strategic planning processes and deliverable (LTSS, Business Plan).
• Coordinate reporting on Garamba’s UNESCO World Heritage Site designation and institutional reports to ICCN.

3. Other Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of innovative financing mechanisms (carbon credits, biodiversity offsets, Verifiable Nature Units, etc.) in collaboration with APN’s Nature-Based Solutions team.
• Ensure internal dissemination of donor obligations and rules across departments.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of SOPs and donor compliance systems.

How Success Looks Like in this Role

• All francophone grants are executed with full compliance, notably in reporting expectations and risks mitigation.
• Donor visibility and branding obligations are consistently met at park level.
• The francophone grant portfolio of Garamba National Park increases over the years through regular and constructive communication with current and prospective donors strengthens trust and long-term partnership.
• M&E data is reliable, analyzed, and systematically used for decision-making and reporting.
• The park’s annual Business Plan and LTSS are informed by accurate data and aligned with donor requirements.

Education and Professional Experience

• Master’s degree in Political, Social or Environmental Sciences, International Cooperation, Project Management, Applied Statistics, or other relevant fields.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in international cooperation or technical assistance, preferably in biodiversity conservation or natural resource management projects.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Monitoring & Evaluation in conservation or related fields.
• In-depth knowledge of institutional grant management procedures.
• Strong experience with multilateral/bilateral donor relations and reporting.
• Previous experience in Africa, preferably Central Africa (DRC, CAR, Congo).
• Fluent in French (oral and written) with excellent drafting and reporting skills; good working knowledge of English (oral and written).
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Dynamic, autonomous, and proactive, with creativity and team spirit.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with multiple stakeholders.

Candidate Specifications

• Excellent strategic planning and project management skills.
• Critical thinking and strong analytical capacity.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Strong leadership and capacity-building skills.

How to Apply?

To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter and proof of relevant qualifications, along with three (3) references to hr-garamba@africanparks.org, Cc. philipped@africanparks.org and marca@africanparks.org with mail subject heading: “Funding and Reporting Manager role _Last Name”.