Coastal Marine Conservation Project Lead

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional development

Impactful conservation work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Environmental Project Manager to lead conservation initiatives along the KwaZulu-Natal coast, focusing on marine habitats in Richards Bay. You will manage projects from inception through completion, coordinating field teams, communities, agencies and researchers to deliver tangible biodiversity outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a relevant field, 7+ years in environmental project management, and strong GIS/data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in environmental sciences or related field is required.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in environmental project management.
• Demonstrated success in budgeting, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong knowledge of coastal/marine ecosystems and conservation strategies.
• Experience with environmental monitoring techniques and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee conservation projects for coastal and marine ecosystems.
• Manage budgets, timelines and resources to meet conservation objectives.
• Conduct environmental impact assessments and mitigation planning.
• Lead field research, data collection and monitoring activities.
• Build relationships with communities, government bodies, scientific partners and NGOs.
• Create community-based conservation initiatives and educational programs.
• Prepare project reports, proposals and scientific publications.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and permits.
• Organize stakeholder consultations and workshops.
• Supervise field staff, researchers and volunteers.
• Contribute to organizational strategy and fundraising efforts.
• Represent the organization at conferences and meetings in Richards Bay and beyond.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Budgeting

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Environmental Science, Marine Biology, Conservation Biology, or related field

Tools

GIS

Environmental management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Environmental Project Manager to lead conservation initiatives along the KwaZulu-Natal coast, focusing on marine habitats in Richards Bay. You will manage projects from inception through completion, coordinating field teams, communities, agencies and researchers to deliver tangible biodiversity outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a relevant field, 7+ years in environmental project management, and strong GIS/data analysis skills.