Stellenangebot: Conservation Intern

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintain a program for effectively monitoring and management of alien invasive plants species.
• Provide support for the effective removal of alien invasive plant species.
• Oversee service suppliers on site.
• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of a program for efficient monitoring and management of wildlife species.
• Assist in population control of wildlife species in relation to the size of the site.
• Ensuring the health & wellbeing of animals.
• Assist in managing the supplement feeding schedule.
• Maintain an up-to-date species list and population management plan for the Wellington site.
• Prepare applications for wildlife transport/hunting permits.
• Assist in ensuring all sites have valid permits and/or licenses for the keeping of game/wildlife.
• Assist in ensuring hunting events are conducted in a safe and humane manner.
• Propose a vegetation map for the site.
• Assist in providing complete description of vegetation for the property.
• Analyze veld condition and carrying capacity for each vegetation unit.
• Provide an overall recommendation on veld management on each property to maintain and improve veld condition.
• Support the SANBI CREW site seasonal surveys.
• Ensuring that the concept of sustainability is promoted and the effectiveness of sustainable development.
• Actively support Conservation and Community Initiatives and programmes at the sites, e.g., Renosterveld Conservancy at Wellington site.
• Ensure 100% compliance to legal requirements.
• Adhere to all applicable legislation within RDM.
• Adheres and implements Rheinmetall Denel Munitions Policies and Procedures and ensures compliance to ISO Standards with respect to SHE /Quality/ Environmental/Energy.

POST REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nature Conservation (NQF 7) or equivalent.
• Rifle competency is advantageous.
• A valid Code B Drivers’ License.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Good planning, organisational skills and time management.
• Proven ability to take responsibility and high level of integrity.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and demonstrate good judgement.