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Company Secretary
SANParks requires the services of a Company Secretary to provide strategic guidance to the Board and Executive Management on corporate governance, compliance, and legislative matters. The role is responsible for ensuring that SANParks maintains the highest standards of governance, accountability, and transparency in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements. This position will be fixed-term for five years, based at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria, and will report administratively to the Chief Executive Officer and functionally to the Board chair.
Location
Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
Requirements
- NQF Level 8 qualification in Business Administration, Governance, or Law or related field
- At least 7-10 years Board or Company Secretarial and Governance experience
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles and Board operations.
- Exceptional communication, organizational, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Board management software.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Professional membership -chartered secretary designation with Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa will be advantageous
Responsibilities
- Provide Board Members with guidance on their duties, responsibilities, and powers.
- Manage liaison with the Director-General and Minister’s offices regarding Board-related issues, appointments, and bilateral engagements.
- Facilitate Board strategic review sessions and site visits to national parks.
- Oversee the annual submission of Declaration of Interest forms by Board Members.
- Coordinate the annual Board performance assessment process.
- Facilitate induction and orientation of new Board Members.
- Advise the Board on legislation applicable to SANParks and interpret its implications.
- Report any non-compliance with NEMPA, PFMA, the SANParks Board Charter, and Code of Conduct.
- Keep the Board informed of relevant legislative and governance developments.
- Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Risk Management Divisions to ensure sound governance practices.
- Ensure timely preparation and distribution of Board and Committee documents, including tracking of decisions.
- Ensure all minutes are recorded, distributed timely and are approved by the Board/ committees.
- Ensure all organisational policies and strategies are approved by the Board.
- Communicate Board decisions and policy changes accurately and promptly.
- Serve as the Information Officer for SANParks in compliance with relevant legislation.
- Prepare and manage the Board’s annual budget and related activities.
- Oversee the processing of Board Members’ Subsistence and Travel claims.
- Develop Board code of conduct and Board & its committees charters with Governance and compliance team.
Please Note
If you do not receive a response within 21 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Appointments will be made in accordance with SANParks employment equity policies.
Salary
R1 554 000 – R2 331 000
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications, which should consist of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s), and Identity Document (certified within 3 three-month periods) to the following address:
Human Capital Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA
0001
E-mail: reginah.visser@sanparks.org
Applicants with foreign qualifications must submit evaluated results from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). SANParks is an equal opportunity employer.
Closing Date
29 December 2025
Manager: Regional Operations (Regional Ranger)
A vacancy exists for a Manager: Regional Operations for the Marula North Region of Kruger National Park, based in Satara. The position will report directly to the Head Ranger: Ranger Services, KNP. The successful candidate responsibility will include but not limited to:
JOB PURPOSE:
To ensure effective Regional Leadership of the Ranger Corps, Management, Operations, Law Enforcement, Community Engagement, Financial and Human Resources management of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems through implementation of applicable legislation, park management plans and other planning and assessment tools, aligned with the SANParks Strategy and KNP Annual Performance Plan in support of effective Area Integrity Management in the Region.
Location
Requirements
- Degree (B-Tech) in Nature Conservation or a related field.
- At least six (6) years conservation experience in a protected area, with at least four (4) years as a Section or Senior Section Ranger.
- Five (5) years Management and Leadership experience (management and leadership experience within operations related to Protected Area management).
- Multiple firearm handling qualifications or competencies and experience in all types of firearms i.e. handgun, self-loading rifle, manually operated rifle and shotgun.
- Valid Code 08 (B) drivers’ license.
- EMI Grade 2 Designation (compulsory)
RECOMMENDED:
- Previous experience in participating, coordinating, conducting, and leading anti-poaching operations with special emphasis on Rhino and or Elephant poaching, snaring and poisoning incidents.
- Experience in constituency building related to establishing productive and beneficial relationships with Communities and relevant internal, external and sister departments and entities.
- Experience in working with informer networks and gathering intelligence.
- Extensive experience in dealing with dangerous game (through lethal control with applicable firearms) and implementing problem animal control protocols.
- Experience in active veld fire management.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
- A genuine interest in and deep understanding of environmental issues, relevant legislation, protected area policy planning and best practices within a Protected Area.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Strong ethical practices and adherence to organisational values.
- Excellent leadership skills and the ability to motivate, mentor, grow and capacitate Senior Section Rangers.
- Diversity management skills, to create and sustain a workplace that values, respects, and leverages employee differences.
- Good organizational and time management skills.
- Problem solving and conflict resolution experience.
- High levels of discipline, accountability, and integrity.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Build a team of Senior Section Rangers that are able to respond to the challenges and changing context. Lead, mentor, grow, diversify & capacitate Senior Section Rangers. Identify and implement succession planning within Ranger Services in the Region. Improve employee value proposition by creating an environment that enables trust, ensures staff feel valued and have a high level of agency. Promote and implement change and innovation in the management of the Region.
- Regional Management: Operationalise species conservation, LLPs, Environmental Compliance, and threat mitigation plans whilst ensuring a high level of integrity in data management and reporting. Ensure high standard, spatially explicit biodiversity data is collected and collate patrol data at a regional level and ensure effective patrolling for efficient and maximum area coverage. Lead good environmental management, financial and environmental compliance, and auditing in the Region.
- Biodiversity Conservation: Coordinate biodiversity and cultural heritage management and monitoring systems in the Region. Identify activities and developments taking place outside of the Protected Area and participate and engage to prevent or mitigate negative effects of these developments on the Protected Area. Direct measures for the protection/recovery of fauna species of conservation importance for the Region. Direct measures for addressing threats from alien invasive species, encroaching, and threatening the Protected area and also from those already within the Protected Area. Direct programmes for sustainable harvesting of natural resources in the Region. Direct programmes for resolving human-wildlife conflict in the Region.
- Law Enforcement: Develop and ensure implementation of Regional operational plans for Law Enforcement (Safety & Security Plan, Environmental Compliance matters, Operating SOP’s and Procedures). Ensure Rangers are well trained regarding the enforcement of appropriate laws. Coordinate Law Enforcement and Security activities with other responsible agencies and with the judiciary for the Region, relevant to within and outside of the Protected Area at local, National and International level. Liaison and Constituency building with neighbouring Protected Areas and also Law Enforcement agencies for a collective and coordinated approach to combating all threats against the environment and Protected Areas.
- Protected Area Policy, Planning & Projects: Contribute to the participatory development of a protected area management plan using a recognised format and process. Contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) of projects and proposals affecting a protected area both inside and outside the Protected Area. Direct a structured threat assessment for the regional protected area.
- Administration: Compile and prepare formal reports on protected area activities. Ensure documentation of meetings, consultations, and negotiations. Ensure that full activity records and documentation are maintained and secured. Administration includes, Ranger Diaries, Monthly and Quarterly Reports, Legal Administration, A1 Statements, shooting incident reports, court proceedings, debriefing and ensuring counselling for the affected Rangers and environmental compliance inspections.
- People Management: Ensure suitable working conditions, welfare, health & safety and security for personnel and other protected area users. Manage the Human Capital of the Region (in terms of training, mentoring, and coaching). Selecting, training, evaluation, and accreditation of personnel (EMI, accredited qualifications). Compile HR Plans and staffing requirement for the Region. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded to address operational and equity objectives.
- Community Liaison & Development: Direct development of a strategy and plan for engagement by the region with local communities. Ensure proactive & reactive interactions/communication with Communities regarding the Communities role and responsibility towards mitigation of Damage Causing Animals. Ensure proactive & reactive interactions/communication with Communities regarding the Communities role and responsibility towards wider Environmental Management & best practices within the Community area.
Please Note
The appointment will be made in accordance with Employment Equity Plan and departmental Target.
The remuneration package includes an all-inclusive cost to company salary, pitched at Grade D4 Paterson Scale. The allowances and benefits are as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Services of SANParks. The successful candidate must reside in the park and will be based at Satara.
Paterson Grade
D4
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Application letters, detailed Curriculum Vitae, letters of recommendation and certified copies of their qualifications and competencies to the following address:
Human Capital Management
Phalaborwa HCM Office
Private Bag X402
Skukuza 1350
Tel: (013) 735 3540
E-mail: jobapplications3@sanparks.org
NB: Only quote MANAGER: REGIONAL OPERATIONS, MARULA NORTH in the subject line of your electronic application (email) as well as in your application cover letter.
Applications not responded to within 14 days of closing date must be considered unsuccessful.
Closing Date
31 December 2025
Storeman
A Storeman vacancy currently exists at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park at the Technical Department. The successful candidates will report directly to the Senior Maintenance Officer.
Location
Requirements
- Minimum Grade 12 (Standard 10) or NQF level 4 or N3 certificate in inventory management, warehousing management, or stock control management
- 1 Year working knowledge in SCM, inventory, stock control or warehouse management field with 3 years’ experience as an added advantage.
- Proven Computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Office. (Word, Excel & Outlook.)
- Code EB essential with code EC as an advantage.
- Good knowledge of the SCM (Supply Chain Management) process will be an added advantage.
- First Aide and Occupational Health and Safety experience is an added advantage.
Responsibilities
- Primarily responsible for procurement of goods and materials according to prescribes SOP’s.
- Receiving of goods/stock.
- Assist with the management of stock, material and spares in stores.
- Assist with the distribution of stock to all camps.
- Receiving and neatly packing of all items received.
- Assist with stock take.
- Assist with asset control and management.
- Adhering to filing system, tracking and monitoring of all procurements.
- Control of tools stores. (Issuing and receiving.)
- Clean designated areas, according to laid down procedures and requirements.
- Ad hoc duties as instructed by Supervisor
- Adhere to occupational health and safety protocols and procedures.
Please Note
The remuneration package includes a basic salary, based on the Paterson B1 and allowances and benefits as specified in the HR Tariff Document and Conditions of Service of SANParks.
OFFICIAL ACCOMMODATION WILL BE PROVIDED.
Paterson Grade
B1
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Please forward a copy of CV, Covering letter, Certified copy of ID, Driver’s License and
Certified copies of relevant qualifications to the following address:
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Private Bag X5890
UPINGTON
8800
Attention: Fikile Mokopelo
You may also e-mail your application at kgalagadi.vacancies@sanparks.org
Applications that have not been responded within 14 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
Closing Date
02 January 2026
Head: Office Of The CEO
SANParks requires the services of a Head in the Office of the CEO. This position will be based in Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria and will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer.
Location
Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
Requirements
- An NQF Level 8 qualification in Business Administration, Public Management, Conservatio. Environment or a related field.
- Masters degree would be advantageous
- 10 years of senior leadership or executive management experience in project management, operations, or strategy within a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrate knowledge of corporate governance, financial management and strategic planning coupled with advanced leadership.
- Demonstrate understanding of PFMA and other relevant legislation.
- Reporting and Planning within the Public Sector.
- Communication Skills and project management skills
- Strategic thinking, adaptability, and the ability to build and influence relationships across all levels.
- High level of professionalism and leadership.
- Independent decision-making
- Executive-level representation
Responsibilities
- Oversee the efficient and effective operation of the CEO’s office,
- Manage high priority initiatives and ensure alignment with the organization’s broader goals and strategies.
- Manage complex, time-sensitive issues while maintaining discretion, confidentiality
- Support the CEO in various operational, strategic, and administrative tasks and liaison with head office divisions.
- Responsible for the formulating or adjusting of the programmes for major functions/divisions/department.
- Advising line managers on the relevant work and policies.
- Execute policies and decisions that was formulated by the F band.
- Set business objectives and strategy the specific division.
- Allocate resources in major departments/functions/ divisions.
- Managing employees within the band.
- Budget for and manage the department
Please Note
Applications that have not been responded to within 21 days should be regarded as unsuccessful.
Paterson Grade
E
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Interested persons who meet the above qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of a covering letter, detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified with the past 3 months) to the following address:
Human Capital Management
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA
0001
Fax: 086 295 4078
E-mail: Mpho.Daniso@sanparks.org
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications to submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
Closing Date
06 January 2026
Chief Financial Officer (Five-Year Contract)
SANParks requires the services of a highly motivated Chartered Accountant to provide world-class financial management services and perform statutory and other financial management and reporting functions within SANParks to ensure that the organisation complies with the requirements of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, Procurement regulations , Generally Recognised Accounting Practice and any other Act that has financial obligations on the organisation as a whole. This includes development and implementation of the funding and finance strategy and to mobilise for funding to ensure SANParks is sustainably funded in the medium to long term to fulfil its mandate.
This position is on a fixed-term contract of 5 years and will be based in Groenkloof, Pretoria, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer. The successful candidate must be in procession of a valid driver’s licence and must be willing to travel. Good interpersonal , problem solving, teamwork and networking skills are also essential.
The successful candidate will be subjected to a vetting process in accordance with requirement of Minimum Information Security Standards.
Location
Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
Requirements
- Have a bachelor’s degree in accounting with Honours/Postgraduate qualification and must be a Chartered Accountant (SA), registered with South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) and should be a registered Chartered Accountant (CASA)
- A master’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration (MBA) or a related discipline will be an advantage but not a prerequisite.
- Should have 10 to 12 years of executive management experience in a financial environment with at least 5 years at higher/executive management level.
- Sound knowledge of relevant Legislative framework and Corporate Governance (PFMA); Application Accounting Standards.
- Sound knowledge of Supply Chain Processes and Legislation (BBBEE, PPPFA).
- Knowledge of financial management with accounting skills.
- Ability to strategize and solve problems.
- Ability to manage internal and external audits.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and people management skills
- An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
Qualifications and Experience which will provide an added advantage:
- Knowledge of macro economy.
- Knowledge of conservation & tourism industry.
- Knowledge of project management.
- Knowledge of human resources management.
- Knowledge of IT computer literacy.
Responsibilities
- Reporting to the CEO and the Board of SANParks as the CFO in terms of the Public Finance Management Act.
- Develop and/or implementing the Financial Management and sustainability strategies.
- Executing and managing financial controls and reporting including compilation of the Annual Financial Statements
- Develop, implement and monitor the finance division business plan,
- Ensure business efficiency and optimise commercial opportunities.
- Ensure organisational compliance to applicable legislation, governance and associated risk.
- Provide leadership, development and management of the finance team.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders for mutual benefit.
- Oversee and ensure good financial management function for the organisation.
- Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of the supply chain processes for the organisation.
- Play a pivotal role in the functioning of the Audit and Risk Committee of SANParks Board including internal and external audit functions.
- Provide leadership on Budget Planning and Revenue Management.
- Oversee the financial resource mobilisation for the organisation.
- Strategic Management and oversight on leases, insurance, retirement funds, assets and payroll administration and expenditure.
How To Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:
Documents Required
Interested persons who meet the above-stated qualifications should forward their applications which should consist of a cover letter, detailed Curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualification(s) and Identity Document (certified within the past 3 months) to the following address:
Human Resources Division
SA National Parks
PO Box 787
PRETORIA
0001
E-mail: Reginah.Visser@sanparks.org
The appointment will be done as per SANParks Employment Equity Plan.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
SANParks reserves the right not to fill this position.
Applicants in possession of foreign qualifications should submit evaluated results by the South African Qualification Authority.
If you have not been responded to within 21 days of the closing date, please accept that your application was not successful.
Closing Date
19 January 2026
We wish you all the best with your applications
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