Titre du poste

Ecological Monitor - Hluhluwe

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Position : Ecological Monitor - Hluhluwe

Are you passionate about wildlife conservation and field research? Join our ecological monitoring team and play a vital role in protecting some of Africa’s most iconic species while working hands-on in a Big 5 reserve environment.You will assist with infield data collection, wildlife monitoring, pangolin tracking, and volunteer management.The role operates on a 6-week cycle, including time dedicated to volunteer management and full-time pangolin monitoring.This position reports to the Research Manager and is a full-time permanent role.
Volunteer Management

  • Manage volunteer programmes, houses, vehicles & logistics
  • Supervise volunteers and students
  • Ensure camp cleanliness, food orders, maintenance & daily operations

Data Collection & Monitoring

  • Daily data collection on Elephant, Cheetah, Lion, White Rhino, Buffalo, Pangolin, Black Rhino & more
  • Radio telemetry tracking
  • Camera trapping & drive counts
  • Assist conservation team with biological sample collection
  • Support external researchers & students

Sample Collection

  • Assist with sampling from immobilised animals
  • Support external research projects

ID Kits

  • Compile, update & maintain species ID kits
  • Support conservation management when required

Required profile for job ad : Ecological Monitor - Hluhluwe

Requirements

  • Knowledge of Maputaland & Zululand ecosystems
  • Strong computer literacy
  • Valid PDP & Code 8 Driver’s License
  • FGASA Level 1 or BSc in Conservation Biology / Wildlife Management / Ecology (or similar)
  • First Aid Level 1 minimum
  • 4x4 and wilderness driving experience (advantageous)
  • Rifle competency & SAPS registration (advantageous)
  • Experience working in a Big 5 reserve

Key Skills

  • Strong leadership & management ability
  • Excellent communication & people skills
  • Calm under pressure with strong conflict management
  • Organised, detail-orientated & feedback friendly
  • High work ethic and passion for conservation

Job criteria for job ad : Ecological Monitor - Hluhluwe

  • Job category :
    Tourism, hotel business and catering
  • Industries :
    Tourism, leisure activities
  • Employment type : Permanent contract
  • Region : KwaZulu-Natal
  • City : Hluhluwe
  • Remote work :
    No
  • Experience level : 2 to 5 years
  • Educational level : Bachelor
  • Number of Position(s) : 1
  • Team management :
    Yes
  • Catering
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Type de poste
Temps plein
Lieu du poste
Hluhluwe, Afrique du Sud
Date de publication
2 février 2026
Valide jusqu’au
3 avril 2026
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Poste : Ecological Monitor - Hluhluwe

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