Project Assistant

SUMMARY:
A beautiful nature conservation is looking for a PROJECT ASSISTANT to join their team

POSITION INFO:
We’re seeking a mature, reliable, and self-motivated individual with strong administrative skills to support this vital conservation initiative. The ideal candidate will lead efforts in data entry, reporting, and expense tracking, while also playing a hands-on role in the establishment and management of safe vulture feeding sites. Additionally, they’ll contribute to ecological monitoring—particularly of cliff-nesting vulture species

Candidate Requirements:

• South African citizen
• Valid driver’s license (PdRP required; 4x4 and/or trailer driving skills are advantageous)
• Relevant conservation or nature qualification
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a related role
• Level 1 First Aid certification
• Self-motivated and willing to work flexible hours
• Willingness to learn new skills and take on projects
• Strong communication and people skills
• Basic financial management capabilities
• Experience in fundraising and project management is beneficial
• Administrative proficiency with timely, tidy reporting and budgeting
• Ability to operate EarthRanger, GPS, and related software
• Knowledge of local wildlife species and ecosystem dynamics, especially vulture-related

Candidate Responsibilities:

• Vulture Site Development & Maintenance
• Assist in the setup and upkeep of Vulture Safe Feeding Sites
• Monitor sites using cameras and ensure proper surveillance protocols
• Conduct monitoring of cliff-nesting vultures and other priority species
• Participate in emergency response efforts and camera trap surveys
• Collect, process, and manage ecological data
• Perform data entry and support the creation of identikits
• Engage in camera trap work and related data documentation
• Assist with general maintenance around vulture hides and farm.
• Help with alien plant control, fence repairs, and infrastructure upkeep
• Host guests, school groups, and conservation volunteers
• Contribute to environmental awareness and education efforts
• Generate social media content and materials for fundraising purposes

This is a live-in position
Salary: R9000 - R9500

 

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