Assistant Project Manager

South African National Parks (SANParks)

Assistant Project Manager at South African National Parks

Deadline:

15 August 2025

Region:

Western Cape

Salary:

R 24 755.46; Paterson Grade C2

Type of employment:

Full time

Job Description

The Assistant Project Manager will be responsible for assisting in managing of the Farleigh East Working for Water Project, in the Wilderness sections of the Garden Route National Park.

The position is on a fixed term contract up to 31 March 2027.

Remuneration on C2 Paterson salary scale, Farleigh East on R 24 755.46, staying outside the park.

Roles and Responsibilities

Assist with strategic and operational planning of the project.
Coordination and mentoring of EPWP contractors.
Ensure the management of quality, production and monitoring of task-based operations linked to the project.
Ensure compliance to program standards/norms and Health and Safety requirements.
Assist with financial management of the project.
Ensure database information for the project is maintained and updated.
Assist with administrative management.
Asset, stock and stores management.
Assist and coordinate training and social interventions
Assist with mapping and data recording for the project linked to activities
Report on project progress

SANParks is committed to the principles of employment equity. Preference will be given to PDI/HDSA. SANParks reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Qualifications And Requirements

Diploma in Nature Conservation/Forestry or Environmental Management.
A minimum of 1 year Project Management experience.
Code 8 drivers license is essential.
Computer literacy in MS office packages.
2 Years Experience in invasive alien plant clearing is essential.
2 Years Experience in health and safety management and compliance.

How to apply

Requirements

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following:

Att: Zandile Titi; Address: Farleigh Forest Station; Barrington, Karatar 6580; Tel: 021 741 1145

E-mail: zandile.titi@sanparks.org

Subject line: Applications_APM Farleigh East

Documents Required

Updated CV.
Proof of qualifications acquired plus drivers license.
Letters of reference.

Only interested persons who meet the above stated requirements should apply using the link below:

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/GfUYHX3s6m?origin=lprLink

Should you not hear from us within 14 days after the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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