OPPORTUNITY WITHIN THE GOURITZ CLUSTER BIOSPHERE RESERVE

The Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve (GCBR) is a 3.2-million-hectare area that has been designated by UNESCO as a place of megadiversity. As an action orientated non-profit company, the GCBR is driven to protect, restore and effectively manage the ecosystems within its domain.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a dynamic team of passionate individuals doing important work by pioneering a new project that brings a fresh and collaborative approach to inspire businesses to support local environmental initiatives within the region.  

JOB DETAILS

Job title:                                Friends of the Biosphere Programme Coordinator

Location:                              GCBR Office – Riversdale, Western Cape and remote

Up to 50% of time spent engaging with businesses and other stakeholders across the GCBR region

Employment type:             Full-time

Duration:                              Fixed term contract, effective 1 October 2024 – 31 December 2025

Remuneration:                    R20 000  per month + travel allowance + incentive

Reports to:                           Sustainability Manager

Purpose of position:          To manage and coordinate the Friends of the Biosphere (FOB) programme within the GCBR region. Develop partnerships to provide financial support to community led environmental inititiatives and soliciting support from local businesses to fund these projects.

Qualifications:                    Relevant diploma or degree in any of the following fields is advantageous: business management/ marketing / public relations / communications / project management.

Languages:                         English (fluent) and Afrikaans (fluent)

Other requirements:         Own reliable vehicle

                                                Need to reside within the GCBR region

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Introduce and promote the FOB programme to local businesses and execute cold call visits to gain their participantion in the initiative through monthly financial contributions.
• Develop appropriate communication strategies and customer relationship management methodologies to build and strengthen stakeholder relationships within the GCBR region.
• Critically evaluate all grant applications received in adherence to the FOB programme’s criteria and objectives.
• Oversee and manage the FOB programme’s small grants derived from contributions by businesses to ensure equitable and transparent allocation of funds to approved projects.
• Work closely with the Financial Administrator to track all financial activities and generate financial reports for submission to project stakeholders.
• Develop and implement a robust social media strategy to promote the FOB’s activities and initiatives.
• Create engaging content for the programmes website and social media platforms.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• At least 2-3 years’ experience in customer relationship management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing skills.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate a genuine passion for people, environmental conservation and community well-being.
• Skilled proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Prior experience in effective content creation and social media strategy development is highly advantageous.
• Fundraising / sales experience is advantageous
• Must live the GCBR values of integrity, innovation, collaboration and sustainability.

Email applications to:    melissa@campoconsulting.co.za
Closing date:                    Sunday, 25^th August 2024