Field Ranger – Kogelberg Nature Reserve Complex – Oudebosch needed at CapeNature

Job Description

CapeNature seeks to appoint a dynamic individual to assist with reserve operations, integrated catchment management, ecological data collection and monitoring, law enforcement and compliance, eco-tourism management, and infrastructure and equipment maintenance at Kogelberg Nature Reserve Complex – Oudebosch

RESPONSIBILITIES:

KRA 1: Support the implementation of targeted ecosystem conservation and restoration initiatives to enhance biodiversity resilience.

• Assist with Integrated Work Plans and IAPO planning, implementation, tracking and reporting.
• Assist the implementation of ICM and NRM projects (quality control and assurance).
• Implement ecological matrix and priority projects for the greater Kogelberg Complex.
• Participate in any disaster management responses at a local level including fires, flooding, oil spills, disease monitoring, and surveillance.

KRA 2: Support landscape conservation and stewardship in ways that address biodiversity loss.

• Support the implementation of the priority species conservation plans and/or initiatives.
• Support the maintenance of functional partnerships to address biodiversity loss.
• Implement the biodiversity legal mandate through compliance and enforcement actions.
• Participate and contribute to Environmental Awareness, Education and Capacity building interventions.

KRA 3: Promote the biodiversity economy and enhance biodiversity access and sustainable use.

• Support the implementation of job creation opportunities through the EPWP programme.
• Ensure CapeNature tourism products are well managed and maintained/ensure infrastructure is fit for purpose.
• Maintain and improve Infrastructure, equipment, and asset management processes.

KRA 4: Advocate for behavioral change and promote voluntary compliance.

• Provide support to stakeholder engagement activities.
• Respond to environmental criminal incidents (initial response and actions, investigation, operational planning, and reporting)
• Conduct compliance inspections to monitor access for Tourism and Non-Tourism User Groups (Contractors, Researchers, and Project Partners).
• Implementation of the Integrated Compliance Plan on and Off Reserve and carry out law enforcement patrols.

• Act as an Ecological Control Officer for Film crews and production teams.

KRA 5: Assume accountability for ensuring performance, governance, and risk management.

• Supervise the EPWP team, monitors, and volunteers.
• Conduct regular infrastructure inspections and assist with maintenance and service of facilities.
• Implement all relevant Occupational Health and Safety legislation, policies and standards and ensure adherence thereto.
• Assist with risk assessments and quality assurance audits.
• Participate in Reserve Management meetings.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma in Nature Conservation or National Certificate: Conservation Resource Guardianship (NQF level 2)
• At least 2 years of job-related experience.
• Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, QGIS)
• A valid EB driver’s license.
• Bilingualism in two of the three official languages of the Western Cape.
• Knowledge and experience in ecological monitoring
• Knowledge and experience in Fire Fighting
• Crew Boss level or higher qualification.
• No criminal record.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

• Possession of a valid Peace Officer’s certificate
• Appointed Fisheries Control Officer
• Appointed as EMI Grade 5
• ICS100 / 200 course
• Project management

COMPETENCIES:

• Willingness to work irregular hours, after-hours, and perform stand-by duties.
• Thorough working knowledge of QGIS software.
• Good written, verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills in English.
• Physical fitness to be able to perform strenuous activities.
• Ability to work in integrated teams.
• Analytical/technical mindset.
• Administration skills.
• Inter-personal skills
• Problem-solving skills