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Conservation Manager | Luxury Nature Reserve | Sabi Sands | Mm
HotelJobs Wednesday, 02 September 2026Job Summary
? **Conservation Manager | Luxury Nature Reserve | Sabi Sands** ? ? **Salary:** R45,000 – R50,000 (Negotiable DOE) ? **Accommodation:** Live-in Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an **experienced and highly qualified Conservation Manager** for a luxury nature reserve located in the **Sabi Sands**. The successful candidate will lead the reserve’s conservation strategy, ensuring **ecological integrity, biodiversity protection and effective management** within an open system adjoining the Greater Kruger region. ?? ### ? Main Purpose of the Role The Conservation Manager will oversee the development and implementation of **adaptive conservation management strategies**, ensuring best practice in ecological management, restoration, research and sustainable resource use. This role works closely with conservation staff, stakeholders, research partners and local communities to achieve meaningful and sustainable conservation outcomes. ?? ### ? Key Responsibilities ? Manage and deliver conservation operations across a complex protected landscape ? Develop and implement conservation management plans aligned with the Reserve Management Plan and Annual Performance Objectives ? Create and oversee monitoring and evaluation methodologies for ecosystem and species health ? Approve and manage conservation research projects ? Lead habitat restoration and species reintroduction initiatives ? Implement and manage the reserve’s fire management regime and act as Fire Control Officer ? Develop and maintain biodiversity data systems, including Earth Ranger ? Analyse ecological data to guide adaptive management ? Prepare comprehensive biodiversity and conservation status reports ? Present findings to custodians, stakeholders, government bodies, NGOs and other relevant groups ? Represent the reserve in conservation forums and collaborate with regional and national conservation bodies ### ? Stakeholder & Community Engagement ?️ Work with landowners and communities to promote conservation objectives and mitigate **human–wildlife conflict**. ### ? Collaboration & Partnerships ? Partner with universities, researchers and conservation organisations ? Identify funding opportunities and manage conservation grants ### ⚖️ Policy & Compliance ? Ensure compliance with conservation legislation, regulations and organisational protocols ? Develop and implement biodiversity and wildlife management strategies ? Advocate for conservation policy at appropriate levels ### ? Qualifications & Experience ? Master’s degree in applied ecology, environmental science, conservation biology or a related field *(PhD advantageous)* ⏳ Minimum **8+ years’ experience** in conservation management in a similar role ? Experience in veld management, ecological restoration, research programmes and wildlife management in a **Big 5 environment** ? Strong understanding of South African ecosystems, biodiversity and protected area statutory requirements ? Experience in ecological research, data interpretation and technical reporting ? Proficiency in **MS Office, GIS, Earth Ranger** and relevant technologies ? Competence in drone and camera trap operations for monitoring and research ?️ Excellent English communication skills; **Afrikaans and Shangaan advantageous** ? Valid firearm competency *(bolt action)* ? Valid driver’s licence *(Code 10 preferred)* ### ? Skills & Competencies ? Strong leadership and experience managing complex, multi-partner conservation projects ? Broad understanding of climate change, sustainable development, veld management, wildlife conservation and related fields ? High political awareness and strong influencing skills ? Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities ⏱️ Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure ? Strong administrative, financial and budgeting skills ? Physically fit and comfortable working in remote environments ### ? To Apply If you are an experienced conservation professional ready to make a meaningful impact within one of South Africa’s premier wildlife destinations, we would love to hear from you. ? **Join a world-class conservation team and help protect the incredible biodiversity of the Sabi Sands and Greater Kruger landscape.** ?? #KendrickRecruitment #ConservationManager #ConservationJobs #SabiSands #WildlifeJobs #ConservationCareers #SafariJobs #GreaterKruger #WildlifeConservation #EnvironmentalJobs #EcologyJobs #SouthAfricaJobs #Big5 #LuxurySafari
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