Counter Poaching Unit Coordinator Full-Time

Background

Peace Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that specialises in conservation at scale through the development of transfrontier conservation areas and the long-term management of key protected areas, in partnership with government conservation agencies and communities within these landscapes. We currently focus on the development of five priority transboundary landscapes measuring over 65 million hectares throughout southern Africa, and the co-management of ten national parks and protected areas covering over 5.2 million hectares.

Job Profile

You have experience in conservation-based law enforcement operations, ideally in a large-scale southern African context, with a passion for conservation and environmental sustainability. In this role, you will ensure that law enforcement strategies and activities are planned, executed and finalised effectively. The role will also facilitate communication between stakeholders and ensure skills transfer and mentoring of park personnel.

You have an ability to adopt and use technology, with suitable administrative skills to ensure effective reporting and management. You are organised and detail-oriented, and able to work under pressure in a remote field-based environment. You are a strong communicator, contribute to team collaboration and are dedicated to helping achieve project goals efficiently. If you are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and you thrive in a collaborative environment, we invite you to join our team.

Job Purpose

A Counter-Poaching Unit (CPU) Co-ordinator is required to co-ordinate Zinave National Park’s counter-poaching and law enforcement operations. The CPU position will be integrated into the park staffing structure to assist, enable and support the national parks, established counter-poaching and law enforcement operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Co-ordination and oversight of Zinave National Park’s counter-poaching and law enforcement operations in close liaison with the park’s Law Enforcement structures.
• Day-to-day liaising with Zinave National Park’s Park Warden, Protection Co-ordinator, Head of Operations and Development and park management teams.
• Maintain control and monitoring of operations using the operations control room and EarthRanger platform for data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Ensure rangers are equipped, trained and mentored, and undertake operations and patrols to the required Standard Operating Procedures and strategies.
• Ensure effective management of incentive and performance management systems.
• Manage and control Zinave National Park’s CPU assets, vehicles and equipment.
• Oversight over the CPU fleet and ranger picket network to ensure professional standards are maintained.
• Oversight of helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft deployment and K9 operations.
• Ensure effective reporting and project and financial management.
• Foster stakeholder relationships, oversee induction programmes, and facilitate meetings to address operational challenges.

Minimum Requirements

• Five years’ experience in a similar environment, with previous counter-poaching and security related positions.
• Previous experience in anti-rhino poaching will be an added advantage.
• Good administration and financial skills.
• Results driven.
• Developing and maintaining good stakeholder relationships is essential.
• Skills in bushcraft field interpretation and incident management.
• Self-driven with strong leadership and performance management skills.
• Ability and willingness to live remotely.
• Fit and healthy to perform in-field field ranger training and support duties.
• Strong command of the English language (both written and verbal).
• A working knowledge of or willingness to learn Portuguese will be an advantage.
• Computer literate.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a Curriculum Vitae (not more than two pages), with full address, telephone number, email address and contact details of at least three contactable references.

A competitive salary package will be negotiated, based on qualifications and experience.

Follow the link to apply for this position: Vacancy Details – peaceparks Careers.

We appreciate the time and effort taken by all applicants in expressing their interest in this role. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration. If you do not hear from us within three weeks, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. We encourage you to apply for future opportunities that match your skills and experience.

Duration: Permanent

Reporting to: Head of Operations and Development: Zinave National Park

Location: Zinave National Park (Mozambique)