Project Administrator for Large-Scale Conservation Initiative

Sanparks; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 370,000 - 518,000; Full time

Job summary

SANParks seeks a Project Administrator to support the Mega Living Landscapes program at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria. You will provide general admin support, manage records, coordinate meetings, and assist with procurement and reporting.

The role requires a minimum 3 years in administration, experience with large multi-stakeholder projects, and relevant SA legislation knowledge (PFMA, Protected Areas Act). Security vetting applies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an administration and office management environment.
• Experience working on large-scale, complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
• National Diploma in Business Administration / Project Management / Office Management.
• Familiarity with relevant South African legislation, PFMA and National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act.
• Understanding of information technology.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies, standards, and procedures.
• Basic data analysis.
• Understanding of procurement practices.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the project.
• Act as the primary contact for the project.
• Assist with administrative support for the implementation and monitoring of the project plan cycle and operational management.
• Maintain accurate records for multiple projects.
• Monitor the budget, track expenditures, and arrange payment of invoices.
• Operate diary systems, book meetings and appointments.
• Assist in compiling reports and operational plans.
• Assist with event planning and logistics.
• Support project management and coordination of day-to-day administrative operations and special projects.
• Coordinate communication within SANParks PMU and with stakeholders and funders.

Skills

Administrative skills

Data analysis

Procurement knowledge

IT literacy

Record keeping

Education

National Diploma in Business Administration / Project Management / Office Management

Job description

SANParks seeks a Project Administrator to support the Mega Living Landscapes program at Groenkloof National Park, Pretoria. You will provide general admin support, manage records, coordinate meetings, and assist with procurement and reporting.

The role requires a minimum 3 years in administration, experience with large multi-stakeholder projects, and relevant SA legislation knowledge (PFMA, Protected Areas Act). Security vetting applies.