Local recruitment: Assistant Project Manager

South African National Parks

Augrabies Falls, South Africa 🇿🇦

An opportunity exists for the appointment of an Assistant Project Manager on a fixed-term contract, ending on 31 March 2027. The position is graded on the C2 Paterson salary scale, with a monthly remuneration of R30,826.25. A Tool of Trade allowance of R5,017.57 per month may be provided, subject to approval in accordance with the SANParks Delegation Framework. Please note that no housing will be provided for this position.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the management of the Working for Water Project within Augrabies Falls National Park and Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park.

Location

Augrabies Falls National Park

Requirements

  • Diploma in Nature Conservation or Environmental Management.
  • A minimum of 1 year Project Management experience is essential for this position.
  • 2 Years’s experience in invasive alien plant clearing is essential for this position.
  • 2 Years’s experience in health and safety management and compliance.
  • Computer literacy in MS office packages.
  • Code 08 driver’s license is essential.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with strategic and operational planning of the project.
  • Coordination and mentoring of EPWP contractors.
  • Ensure the management of quality, production and monitoring of task-based operations linked to the project.
  • Ensure compliance to program standards/norms and Health and Safety requirements.
  • Assist with financial management of the project.
  • Ensure database information for the project is maintained and updated.
  • Assist with administrative management.
  • Asset, stock and stores management.
  • Assist and coordinate training and social interventions.
  • Assist with mapping and data recording for the project linked to activities.
  • Report on project progress.

Please Note

SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI/HDSA. SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Paterson Grade

C2

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 parties are requested to apply by completing the online application form at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/jyqCsUbb1u and submit certified copies of the following documents:

  • Updated CV
  • Proof of qualifications acquired
  • ID and Drivers licence

Send above listed documents to:

ATT: Marjorie Matroos

Address: 55 Charlotta street, Kamieskroon, 8421

Tel: 027 672 8004

E-mail: bspnamaqua.vacancies@sanparks.org

Subject line: Application – Augrabies APM

Should you not hear from us within 14 days after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Closing Date

17 September 2025

0 days remaining

Apply by 17 September, 2025

POSITION TYPE

ORGANIZATION TYPE

EXPERIENCE-LEVEL

DEGREE REQUIRED

IHE Delft - MSc in Water and Sustainable Development