Officer: Science Liaison Cape Research Centre, Scientific Services

Requirements

• NQF level 8 in Natural/Social Sciences/Environmental/Biophysical Science.
• Understanding research design and methodologies.
• Minimum 2 years ecological experience.
• Biodiversity related legislation (NEMPAA,etc.)
• Computer literacy, especially databases and spreadsheets.
• Science communication and dissemination (blogs, infographics, visuals)
• Communication skills.
• Project management/administration experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and monitor the research project registration process for parks within the associated Scientific Services Research Unit.
• Develop an approach to maximize organizational learning from research projects.
• Take a leading role in SANParks emerging intellectual property debate.
• Facilitate logistics (accommodation, access, decals, game guards). support to visiting researchers.
• Ensure compliance of research processes with SANParks policy and alignment with organizational protocol.
• Assist facilitation and organizational of scientific engagements i.e. workshops/symposia/webinar.
• Submit quarterly reporting to the Conservation Services Division.
• Archive final reports, data, and metadata.
• Assists with preparations and smooth running of the Science Network Meeting and associated social media posts.
• Interface between researchers and SANParks management, ensuring projects are compliant with legislation, aligned with organisational priorities, and supported logistically where feasible.
• Science–Management Interface – Engage with park managers, section rangers, and researchers. Provide input to research strategy and committee meetings.