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PRI ZambiaConservation

Area Operations Manager

Conservation Area Management Couple

Location

Limpopo, Limpopo, South Africa

Work type

Onsite

Employment

Full Time

Experience

5-10 years

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

Posted

1w ago

Summary and responsibilities

Role overview

Summary

A dedicated and experienced Management Couple is sought to oversee operations across two camps within a premier hunting concession in Zambia. This role involves managing day-to-day operations, ensuring conservation compliance, overseeing camp logistics, engaging with communities, and handling financial and administrative leadership.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Management Couple to oversee operations across two camps within a premier hunting concession in Zambia. This role is ideal for professionals passionate about conservation, sustainable resource management, and delivering exceptional guest experiences in a remote wilderness setting.


Key Responsibilities

  • Concession Oversight & Conservation
    Manage day-to-day operations of the hunting concession, ensuring compliance with conservation policies and wildlife management standards.
    Work closely with local authorities, communities, and conservation partners to uphold sustainable hunting practices.
    Monitor wildlife populations, habitat health, and anti-poaching initiatives.

  • Camp Operations Management
    Oversee logistics, staff performance, and guest services across two camps.
    Ensure smooth delivery of hospitality, catering, maintenance, and supply chain operations.
    Coordinate hunting expeditions and safari activities with professionalism and safety.

  • Community & Stakeholder Engagement
    Build strong relationships with local communities, supporting conservation awareness and socio-economic development.
    Liaise with concession owners, government agencies, and conservation organizations.

  • Financial & Administrative Leadership
    Manage budgets, reporting, and operational costs for both camps.
    Ensure compliance with concession agreements and regulatory requirements.


Qualifications & Experience

  • Proven track record in lodge/camp management, ideally within hunting concessions or safari operations.

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.

  • Knowledge of wildlife conservation, sustainable hunting practices, and eco-tourism.

  • Financial acumen and administrative competence.

  • Ability to thrive in remote, challenging environments.


Personal Attributes

  • Adaptable, resourceful, and resilient.

  • Passionate about conservation and wildlife management.

  • Hands-on problem solver with a proactive approach.

  • Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

Updated 1w ago

Candidate fit

Skills and qualifications

Additional skills

Lodge Management • 1+ yrs
Camp Management • 1+ yrs
Leadership • 1+ yrs
Team Management • 1+ yrs
Wildlife Conservation • 1+ yrs
Sustainable Hunting Practices • 1+ yrs
Eco-tourism • 1+ yrs
Financial Acumen • 1+ yrs
Administrative Competence • 1+ yrs
Adaptability • 1+ yrs
Resourcefulness • 1+ yrs
Resilience • 1+ yrs
Problem Solving • 1+ yrs
Interpersonal Communication • 1+ yrs
Cross-cultural Communication • 1+ yrs

Experience

5-10 years

How this role is positioned

Role classification

Job domains

Operations

Industries

Wildlife & Conservation

Employment

Full Time

Contract duration

Permanent

Hiring type

Direct

Global hiring

Location specific

Offer details

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

Compensation not disclosed

VisibilityShared on listing
CurrencyUSD
PeriodYearly

Location, schedule, and role shape

Work setup

Work conditions

Primary locationLimpopo, Limpopo, South Africa
Work typeOnsite
Global hiringNo

Bandwidth profile

peopleHigh9/10
physicalMedium5/10
cognitiveHigh8/10
executionHigh8/10
creativityMedium6/10
uncertaintyMedium7/10
communicationHigh9/10

Context on the employer

Company snapshot

Company

PRI Zambia

Team size

Growing team

Location

Limpopo, Limpopo, South Africa

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