Concession & Environmental Manager | Zimbabwe

𝗝𝗗 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 is recruiting on behalf of a well-established luxury safari operator in Zimbabwe, for an experienced and conservation-driven 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗘𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗥.

𝗔 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘀𝗲𝘁𝘀.

Our client is a respected luxury safari operation managing an exclusive portfolio of camps and concessions across some of Zimbabwe’s most iconic wildlife areas. With a genuine commitment to conservation, responsible land stewardship and exceptional guest experiences, they operate at high standards across multiple concession areas. This is a senior, hands-on role with real scope and responsibility for someone who is as comfortable in the field as they are behind a report.

Reporting to the Operations Manager and General Manager, the successful candidate will oversee the full concession and environmental management function — encompassing ecological monitoring, concession compliance, ZimParks liaison, fire and water management, road network oversight, NGO and researcher engagement, waste and sustainability practices, and environmental reporting. The role also includes staff training on conservation awareness, guest and agent engagement, and supporting the communication of the company’s conservation work. A partner will be considered depending on their skill sets.

𝗥𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀

• Degree or 3-year diploma in Environmental Science, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, Protected Area Management, Wildlife Management or a related qualification.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in conservation management, concession management, reserve management, ecological monitoring or protected area operations.
• Strong working knowledge of Zimbabwe’s protected area framework, ZimParks requirements, concession compliance, environmental legislation and permit obligations.
• Practical field knowledge of wildlife, vegetation, water systems, fire management, road networks, erosion control and habitat management.
• Experience working with parks authorities, government departments, NGOs, researchers and community stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare clear written reports, action plans, incident records, monitoring data and compliance documentation.
• Comfortable with GPS, maps and conservation monitoring platforms.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills — able to work effectively with staff, government officials, conservation partners, guests and agents.
• Good field skills: off-road driving, remote-area navigation and practical problem solving.
• Valid driver’s licence; first aid and fire awareness training advantageous.
• Contactable references essential.

𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆– On application.

𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁– Permanent, concession-based position in Zimbabwe.

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁– As soon as possible / by arrangement.

➡️𝗣𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗘– Although we appreciate all applications received, we will only reply to those candidates who have the background and experience required. Thank you.