Reserve Manager WNR2169

The successful applicant for the position of Reserve Manager will report to the General Manager.

The responsibilities for the position include:
1. Reserve management: conservation of animals and plants, ecology, animal population dynamics, supplement feeding program of large herbivores, predator-prey dynamics (lion reserve), security/anti-poaching program, education, aerial game census, game capture, animal well-being, eradication of alien plants, bush encroachment
program, controlled burning, firebreaks, sustainable use of water resources, responsible for liaison with Government Department of Environmental Affairs, liaison with other stake holders (garden services, contractors and neighbouring reserves).
2. Reserve maintenance: perimeter fence, road network, water reticulation and waste management.
3. Personnel management: staff, employment of staff, leave roster, designation of duties, duty rosters, work performance evaluation, disciplinary action, incentives, training, staff well-being, liaison with all staff living on the Reserve.
4. Administration: staff management, compilation and management of annual reserve budget, weekly and monthly progress reports, staff attendance register, fleet management, acquirement of operating equipment, debtors and creditors.

The above position will suite a candidate who is self-motivated, can work independently and is honest by nature. At least 5 years of proven success working in the relevant field and experience on all MS Office programs is required, with preference given to applicants with experience on Arcview. The minimum qualification is a 4-year Nature Conservation Diploma with preference to B.Sc applicants.

Please apply with a full CV, contactable references and a recent photo

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