Wildlife Centre Manager

Phoenix Recruitment; Bela-Bela; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A wildlife management organization in Limpopo seeks an experienced wildlife manager to oversee a wildlife centre. Responsibilities include managing rehabilitation processes, ensuring legal compliance, and handling finances. Ideal candidates should have a Diploma in Wildlife Management and 2-3 years in habitat management. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to work independently as well as with a team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years experience in wildlife habitat management.
• Experience in budgeting, record keeping and financial management.
• Knowledge of wildlife management principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing wildlife centre.
• Rehabilitation management and animal release timelines.
• Overall administration management including logistics and finance.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision-making abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

Grade 12

Diploma in Wildlife Management / Certificate in wildlife rehabilitation

Tools

Wildlife management related programs

Job description

Duties

• Managing and overseeing wildlife centre
• Rehabilitation management
• Animal release timelines and management
• Environmental management
• Staff and roster management
• Animal administration management
• Overall administration management
• Overall stock management
• Overall animal checks and health management
• Logistics management
• Finance management
• Risk management
• Clinic management
• Animal care management
• Infrastructure management
• Student guidance and training

Requirements

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Wildlife Management / Certificate in wildlife rehabilitation
• At least 2 3 years experience in wildlife habitat management
• Experience in budgeting, record keeping and financial management
• ETDP registration will be an advantage
• Knowledge of wildlife management principles and practices
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Able to ensure that legal requirements are complied with
• Able to maintain a high level of security
• Decision making abilities
• Able to work independently as well as, as a team member
• Good problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in the use of wildlife management related programs