About the Organisation
Babanango Game Reserve (BGR), located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, spans over 20,000 hectares of rewilded wilderness. BGR is committed to sustainable conservation and community empowerment, with significant local community involvement in our operations. We are dedicated to fostering positive relationships with our community, landowners, traditional leadership, government entities, and other stakeholders.
About the Job
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Community and Stakeholder Manager to join our team and drive our engagement and development initiatives. The purpose of this role is to assist Babanango Game Reserve (BGR) in developing, strengthening and implementing good relations with its landowners (3 Community Trusts), its neighbouring communities, its Traditional leadership, Government and quasi-government departments, and all other relevant stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Community Engagement:
Promote and strengthen relationships with local community groups and committees.
Attend and participate in community and Trusts’ meetings.
Develop and implement strategic engagement and communication plans with the community and Trusts.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Manage stakeholder mapping, prepare communications, and respond to stakeholder inquiries.
Support community empowerment and enterprise development linked to the wildlife economy.
Serve as the central contact for community public affairs and media relations in collaboration with the CEO and Sales Manager.
Conduct field visits and host stakeholders within business and surrounding communities.
Internal and External Liaison:
Oversee all communication and correspondence related to Trusts, community, and stakeholder matters.
Collaborate closely with the community engagement team, Foundation Manager, and other departments.
Attend EXCO management meetings and report to the CEO.
Provide indirect support to 3rd party project development service providers when required by the Foundation.
Management and Administration:
Ensure regular team meetings for feedback, planning, and task delegation.
Manage and monitor all community engagement operations.
Maintain sound administration and reporting systems.
Capture and consolidate information for management presentations and meetings.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
A tertiary qualification in community development or an equivalent field.
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Community and Stakeholder Manager or a similar role.
Experience in the conservation sector is an advantage.
Fluency in English and Zulu (both written and spoken).
Valid driver’s license.
Skills and Personal Characteristics:
Effective community and stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
Excellent project and time management skills.
Strong planning and organizational abilities.
Rigorous implementation and execution capabilities.
Exceptional reporting and communication skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Problem-solving skills and initiative.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Teamwork and confidentiality.
To apply
To apply, email your application by Monday 19th August, 2024 to callum@actionappointments.co.za
About the Organisation
Babanango Game Reserve (BGR), located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, spans over 20,000 hectares of rewilded wilderness. BGR is committed to sustainable conservation and community empowerment, with significant local community involvement in our operations. We are dedicated to fostering positive relationships with our community, landowners, traditional leadership, government entities, and other stakeholders.
About the Job
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Community and Stakeholder Manager to join our team and drive our engagement and development initiatives. The purpose of this role is to assist Babanango Game Reserve (BGR) in developing, strengthening and implementing good relations with its landowners (3 Community Trusts), its neighbouring communities, its Traditional leadership, Government and quasi-government departments, and all other relevant stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Community Engagement:
Promote and strengthen relationships with local community groups and committees.
Attend and participate in community and Trusts’ meetings.
Develop and implement strategic engagement and communication plans with the community and Trusts.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Manage stakeholder mapping, prepare communications, and respond to stakeholder inquiries.
Support community empowerment and enterprise development linked to the wildlife economy.
Serve as the central contact for community public affairs and media relations in collaboration with the CEO and Sales Manager.
Conduct field visits and host stakeholders within business and surrounding communities.
Internal and External Liaison:
Oversee all communication and correspondence related to Trusts, community, and stakeholder matters.
Collaborate closely with the community engagement team, Foundation Manager, and other departments.
Attend EXCO management meetings and report to the CEO.
Provide indirect support to 3rd party project development service providers when required by the Foundation.
Management and Administration:
Ensure regular team meetings for feedback, planning, and task delegation.
Manage and monitor all community engagement operations.
Maintain sound administration and reporting systems.
Capture and consolidate information for management presentations and meetings.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
A tertiary qualification in community development or an equivalent field.
Minimum 5 years of experience as a Community and Stakeholder Manager or a similar role.
Experience in the conservation sector is an advantage.
Fluency in English and Zulu (both written and spoken).
Valid driver’s license.
Skills and Personal Characteristics:
Effective community and stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
Excellent project and time management skills.
Strong planning and organizational abilities.
Rigorous implementation and execution capabilities.
Exceptional reporting and communication skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Problem-solving skills and initiative.
Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Teamwork and confidentiality.
To apply
To apply, email your application by Monday 19th August, 2024 to callum@actionappointments.co.za
