Wildlife Coordinator

Proactive Recruitment; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious private game reserve located in Kimberley is seeking a dedicated Wildlife Coordinator to manage conservation initiatives and wildlife monitoring programs. This hands-on role requires strong knowledge of wildlife and data management skills. Responsibilities include conducting biodiversity assessments, supporting responsible wildlife management practices, and preparing reports for stakeholders. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have proven experience in wildlife conservation. Passion for conservation is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Conservation, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in wildlife conservation or game reserve management.
• Strong understanding of dangerous game behavior.

Responsibilities

• Conduct wildlife monitoring and biodiversity assessments.
• Support re-wilding processes and wildlife management practices.
• Prepare technical reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication

Stakeholder engagement

Physical fitness

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Passion for conservation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Conservation or related field

Job description

Location: Kimberley
Recruiter: Proactive Recruitment
Job Type: Full‑Time, On‑Site

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious 5-star luxury private game reserve located in Kimberley, renowned for its high standards of conservation, wildlife management, and guest experience. The reserve is committed to ethical wildlife practices, ecological rehabilitation, and delivering an exceptional luxury safari environment. They are now seeking a dedicated and skilled Wildlife Coordinator to join their conservation team.

Role Overview

The Wildlife Coordinator will support the reserve's conservation strategy, wildlife monitoring programmes, and long‑term ecological goals. This is a hands‑on field‑based position requiring strong wildlife knowledge, data‑management ability, and the capacity to coordinate conservation initiatives in a dynamic reserve environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct wildlife monitoring, biodiversity assessments, and population tracking activities.
• Support re‑wilding processes, animal habituation, and all responsible wildlife management practices.
• Assist with implementing conservation strategies, environmental sustainability initiatives, and awareness programmes.
• Collect, manage, and analyse conservation data; prepare technical reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to ecosystem health monitoring, habitat restoration, and ecological rehabilitation.
• Work closely with anti‑poaching teams, ecological consultants, and reserve management.
• Supervise, train, and support conservation staff to ensure professional and high‑quality fieldwork.
• Carry out general reserve duties and operational tasks as required.

Requirements

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Wildlife Conservation, Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• FGASA qualification (advantageous).

Experience

• Proven experience in wildlife conservation, game reserve management, or related wildlife operations.
• Experience in wildlife breeding programmes and/or hunting‑conservation environments.
• Telemetry, tracking, and wildlife monitoring technology experience (advantageous).
• Strong understanding of dangerous game behaviour and safe wildlife practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Solid maintenance knowledge relevant to reserve operations.
• High level of physical fitness and resilience in remote outdoor environments.
• Strong analytical thinking with a scientific approach to wildlife management.
• Ability to lead, supervise, and motivate field staff.
• Genuine passion for conservation and ecological sustainability.

Must have the right to work in South Africa