&Beyond is built, almost entirely, on the strength of remarkable people who give passionately to their roles, work tirelessly, and have the guest experience at the core of their focus daily and care of the sustainability of our communities and environment. Every single ‘&Beyonder’ makes a huge difference to our success and our contribution to the world, regardless of their role or function. For this reason we choose ‘&Beyonders’ very carefully – they are the strength and the future of this company.

SUMMARY

The primary function of this position is to relieve either of the ecological monitors when they are on their leave cycles, or when they need to fulfil other duties, therefore on a typical 6 week cycle the position is likely to monitor for 4 weeks of the cycle from Aloe Camp and 2 weeks from Swilley’s Camp depending on volunteer occupancies. This position will report to the Phinda Ecologist.

OUTPUTS

Volunteers:

• Manage the volunteer programmes, including the volunteer houses, vehicles etc.
• Manage volunteers and students
• Ensuring cleanliness of camp, food orders, logistics, maintenance etc.  

Data Collection :

• Daily Data Collection of Elephant, Cheetah, Lion, White Rhino, Buffalo, Pangolin and Black Rhino amongst other ecological data and species 
• Radio tracking (using telemetry) as and when required 
• Camera trapping and drive counts as and when required
• Assisting the conservation management team with the collection of various samples  Assisting external researchers & students in their data collection 

Sample Collection :

• Assist with collection of ecological samples and data of immobilized animals 
• Assist with the collection of samples for external researchers & students as and when required

ID Kits :

• Compiling, updating and maintaining of ID kits for various species
• Assist conservation management team when required 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• A good knowledge of &Beyond, Phinda and its surrounding communities
• Valid PDP and Code 8 Drivers License 
• Minimum FGASA level one or BSc Degree in Conservation Biology/Wildlife Management/Ecology or similar field Minimum First Aid level one
• Rifle competency certificate and SAPS registered preferable
• Some relevant wildlife working experience will be beneficial
• Must be a South African Citizen

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Management skills
• The ability to co-ordinate day to day operations 
• To manage conflict
• To be feedback friendly
• The ability to remain calm under stress
• Have a very good work ethic
• People’s person with great communication skills - with volunteers and fellow staff members Good organisational ability

This is a full-time permanent position.

Contact information

Caitlin Royal