Office Manager

Office Manager

Conservation | Operations | Administration | Leadership

Greater Kruger Region | Permanent | On-site

Join a purpose-driven conservation organisation protecting one of Africa’s most iconic wilderness landscapes while helping enable meaningful environmental impact through operational excellence.

We are seeking an experienced, highly organised and values-driven Office Manager to lead and coordinate the administrative and operational backbone of a respected conservation-focused organisation operating across multiple properties and programmes in the Greater Kruger region. This opportunity is ideal for a professional who combines strong operational discipline with a genuine passion for nature, sustainability and people leadership.

About the Opportunity

This is more than an Office Manager role.

You will become a key contributor within a mission-led organisation stewarding thousands of hectares of protected wilderness and supporting programmes with international visibility and impact. Working closely with leadership and cross-functional teams, you will help ensure seamless operations while fostering a collaborative, ethical and high-performance culture.

The Role

As Office Manager, you will oversee and support day-to-day operational execution and administrative management across the organisation’s various properties and initiatives.

You will play a central role in:

• Driving efficient office and operational administration
• Supporting implementation of organisational and operational objectives
• Coordinating internal processes and logistics
• Building and maintaining strong team collaboration across departments
• Managing administrative systems and reporting
• Supporting financial administration and operational controls
• Strengthening accountability, governance and process excellence
• Creating an organised and effective working environment
• Contributing positively to organisational culture and values alignment
• Supporting management with planning, coordination and execution activities

Candidate Profile

We are looking for an individual who brings:

Essential Requirements

? Grade 12 plus a relevant tertiary qualification
? 5–10 years’ management experience with a proven track record
? Strong administrative and operational management capability
? Advanced computer literacy with strong MS Office skills (particularly Excel)
? Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
? High attention to detail and exceptional organisational ability
? Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
? Ability to work independently and collaboratively
? Demonstrated accountability and ownership mindset

Advantageous Experience

• Accounting or bookkeeping background
• Exposure to operational environments
• Experience working with Xero accounting software
• Experience managing multiple priorities and teams simultaneously

What Success Looks Like

You are someone who:

• Leads with integrity and professionalism
• Thrives in structured yet dynamic environments
• Enjoys creating order, systems and efficiency
• Has excellent interpersonal capability and emotional intelligence
• Brings foresight and initiative to operational challenges
• Is passionate about supporting meaningful environmental and social impact

What’s On Offer

• Competitive remuneration package R 25 000.00 (salary negotiable based on experience)
• Opportunity to live and work in an exceptional natural environment
• Potential on-site accommodation (subject to circumstances)
• Standard Monday–Friday working schedule
• Opportunity to contribute to an internationally connected conservation mission
• Immediate / negotiable start date

Apply

If you are an experienced Office Manager seeking an opportunity to combine operational excellence with meaningful impact, we would welcome your application.

Please submit to : Att- Butch Mollett Email : gordon@zjr.co.za

• Comprehensive CV
• Motivational Cover Letter

Applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Should you not receive feedback within 30 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful.