Requirements: 

• National Diploma/ Degree (NQF Level 6) in Biological sciences/ Natural Science or relevant qualification within the related field.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in Biodiversity conservation or related field.
• Knowledge in Conservation biology, including species conservation and management
• Knowledge in National Environmental Management Biodiversity Act (Act 10 of 2004) and its related regulations.
• Policy development processes and implementation.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently under extreme pressure.
• Ability to interpret and analyse information.
• Ability to work within a team.
• Computer literacy.
• Well-developed communication and reporting skills; planning and coordination skills; good interpersonal relations.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within South Africa and internationally will be an added advantage

Duties:

• Provide support in the coordination of the development and implementation of Biodiversity Management Plan for Species (BMP-S) according to the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act, (Act 10 of 2004).
• Provide support in the coordination of the development and implementation of the species conservation tools such as conservation strategies.
• Provide technical inputs related to species conservation and management into relevant Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs).
• That is the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) and the Agreement on the Conservation of African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds (AEWA).
• Provide support in the evaluation and the process for approval of Elephant Management Plans developed by the provincial conservation Authorities and conservation entities.