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Internship programme at SANParks for Natural / Biological / Conservation / Ecological Sciences graduates

Invasive Animal Species Interns X 2


South African National Parks is looking for two (2) dynamic and passionate individuals to join our Internship Programme funded by the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) or French Development Agency. This internship programme initiative is designed to provide aspiring professionals with hands-on experience, mentorship, and experience in various facets of conservation, heritage, tourism, and environmental management within the context of South African national parks, improving their employability and project management experience. The positions will be based in Scientific Services at the Cape Research Centre (CRC) in Cape Town. The successful candidates will support AFD work in Table Mountain National Park, enhancing science management cooperation and supporting implementation capacity within the larger AFD programme


Requirements

  • An MSc degree in Natural / Biological / Conservation / Ecological Sciences that focussed on investigating animal behaviour / interactions / space use / movements using camera traps and or Wildlife GPS collars.

  • A minimum of one-year relevant experience in the relevant field of expertise, plus good working knowledge of research values

  • Computer literate with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access), GIS software packages (ArcView) and R statistical computing.

  • Experience in data science and information management

  • Understanding of alien animal species management, impact and risk assessments in protected areas or the Cape Floristic Region biodiversity sector would be an advantage

  • Good writing skills and the ability to prepare various reports and scientific publications

  • Good social, and interpersonal skills, able to work independently and as part of a team

  • A valid Code 8 driver’s license (with at least 1 year of driving experience)

  • Candidate must be physically fit and able to conduct field work in tough terrain

  • Adaptability and willingness to work in diverse environments.

  • May be expected to travel in remote areas, both nationally and internationally. Having a passport that is valid into 2026 is recommended.


Responsibilities

  • Contribute to ongoing research projects aimed at understanding and preserving South Africa’s unique flora and fauna

  • Collecting, capturing, and storing field data relating to research and monitoring projects

  • Data management

  • Data analysis

  • Independent and collaborative work

  • Interpreting and presenting research findings

  • Representing SANParks at science management engagements

  • Science reporting

  • Assistance in the implementation of conservation strategies.

  • Complete a comparative body of research, between TMNP and Reunion Island to be submitted and presented on in March 2026.


Please Note

Please note that this position does not include accommodation, and the successful applicant will be responsible for their own accommodation and transport to and from work.


How To Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should forward their applications accompanied by the required documentation listed below to the following: Noxolo TaboyiHCM


Documents Required

A skills test may be included in the interview.

The remuneration package includes a basic internship salary.


Interested persons who meet the above requirements should complete this Apply Here.

and then Please email your cover letter and curriculum vitae to Noxolo.Taboyi@sanparks.org.


Recipients can scan the code on a phone or tablet to access the form.

Closing Date 22 November 2024


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