Conservation Programs Lead — Field & Community Outreach

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and pension

Professional development opportunities

Conservation-focused workplace

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an Environmental Program Officer to lead conservation initiatives, coordinate fieldwork, and engage with local communities and government bodies to promote sustainable practices in the Free State.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in environmental science, project management, and data analysis, with a commitment to protecting natural resources. Travel within the Free State is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in environmental management, conservation, or a related field.
• Experience with project planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work in field and office environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and implement environmental conservation projects.
• Conduct field research and data collection on environmental conditions.
• Engage with local communities to promote environmental awareness.
• Collaborate with government bodies on environmental policy and initiatives.
• Prepare project proposals, reports, and budgets.
• Monitor progress and evaluate outcomes against goals.
• Organize workshops and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and best practices.
• Represent the organization at meetings and conferences in Bloemfontein.

Skills

Environmental management

Project management

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an Environmental Program Officer to lead conservation initiatives, coordinate fieldwork, and engage with local communities and government bodies to promote sustainable practices in the Free State.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in environmental science, project management, and data analysis, with a commitment to protecting natural resources. Travel within the Free State is required.