Overview
My client a Wildlife Security (Anti Poaching) Company operating in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve is urgently recruiting for a Manager for their Anti-Poaching Unit.
Remunerations Package:
- Position is a live-in position with a work cycle of 21 days on and 7 days off. (The cycle can also be discussed)
- Salary will range between R 15K and R 25K depending on experience and skill set.
- Annual bonus on anniversary month of permanent employment is equivalent to PSIRA Grade C wage.
- Optional medical insurance as per PSIRA requirements. (Infinity health)
The prospective candidate must have the following attributes and experience.
Minimum Requirements:
- At least 3 years’ experience in a Big 5 Game Reserve, with a good general understanding of how a game reserve functions on both the Tourism and Conservation aspects.
- Must be comfortable in the field on foot. And willing to spend time with the teams and individually in the bush.
- Must be “hands on” – this is not an office Job.
- Must have a minimum of 3 years in a leadership position. Must be a positive mentor and role model to the teams.
- Must be self-motivated and energetic with sober habits. (We work long hours)
- Must have basic computer skills and administrative skills.
- Must have firearm competency certificate.
- Must have a valid Driver’s License.
- Must have formal training in bushcraft/anti-poaching and/or formal training in conservation.
- Must be able and willing to conduct in-house training to maintain the ranger’s skills.
Additional skills that would be advantageous:
- Knowledge of drones/drone pilot’s license.
- Knowledge of working dogs / DH levels.
- Experience in conducting training in the various skills sets required.
- General technology savvy.
- PSIRA grades E – B
- Wildlife Monitoring.
- Problem Animal Control.
The candidate would preferably be in their late twenties to mid-thirties and single, however pending experience, we will consider a couple or older person.
