South African National Parks (SANParks) invites applications for multiple employment opportunities through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP), offering more than 50 contract positions across various national parks in South Africa. These opportunities provide job seekers with a chance to gain valuable work experience in conservation, administration, environmental monitoring, and park management while contributing to the protection of South Africa’s natural heritage.
The available positions are located in Mapungubwe National Park, Kruger National Park, and Groenkloof National Park. Successful candidates will be appointed on fixed-term contracts running until 31 March 2027 and will receive daily wages according to EPWP rates.
SANParks EPWP Vacancies 2026
| Position | Number of Posts | Location | Salary | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skilled Environmental Monitor Admin | 1 | Mapungubwe National Park | R311 per day | 17 June 2026 |
| Skilled Armed Environmental Monitor | 4 | Mapungubwe National Park | R311 per day | 17 June 2026 |
| Skilled Environmental Monitor | 15 | Kruger National Park (Marula Region) | R311 per day | 19 June 2026 |
| Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitor | 2 | Kruger National Park (Hamakuya Nature Reserve) | R208 per day | 19 June 2026 |
| Skilled Environmental Monitor | 2 | Kruger National Park (Marula Region) | R311 per day | 19 June 2026 |
| Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitor | 22 | Kruger National Park (Nxanatseni Region) | R208 per day | 19 June 2026 |
| Clerical Environmental Monitor (Human Capital Management) | 2 | Groenkloof National Park (Head Office) | R406 per day | 26 June 2026 |
| Clerical Environmental Monitor (Administration) | 1 | Groenkloof National Park (Head Office) | R406 per day | 26 June 2026 |
Available SANParks EPWP Vacancies
1. Skilled Environmental Monitor Admin (1 Post)
Location: Mapungubwe National Park & World Heritage Site
This position is suitable for candidates with strong administrative and computer skills who are interested in supporting conservation operations through office administration and data management.
Salary: R311 per day
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric/Grade 12/NCV Level 4
- Additional relevant qualifications will be advantageous
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related software
- Good communication skills in English and another official language
- Knowledge of Health and Safety principles
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and after-hours when required
- Physically fit and medically capable
Main Duties:
- Data collection and capturing
- Administration of timesheets and payment schedules
- Filing, minute-taking, and report preparation
- Assisting with procurement processes
- Supporting section rangers and conservation staff
- Managing fleet bookings and maintenance records
Closing Date: 17 June 2026
2. Skilled Armed Environmental Monitors (4 Posts)
Location: Mapungubwe National Park & World Heritage Site
This opportunity is designed for experienced environmental monitors with armed field ranger training and conservation experience.
Salary: R311 per day
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- Basic Field Ranger Armed Training qualification
- Minimum two years of experience as an Armed Environmental Monitor
- Firearm competency certificates
- Knowledge of the Firearms Control Act
- Police clearance certificate
- Good physical and medical fitness
Responsibilities:
- Anti-poaching patrols
- Border patrol operations
- Wildlife monitoring and law enforcement
- Infrastructure maintenance
- Environmental data collection
- Waste management activities
- Alien invasive plant control
Closing Date: 17 June 2026
3. Skilled Environmental Monitors (15 Posts)
Location: Kruger National Park – Marula Region
These positions are aimed at candidates who have administration experience and an interest in environmental conservation projects.
Salary: R311 per day
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- At least one year of administration experience
- Computer literacy
- Police clearance certificate
- Physical fitness and medical suitability
Key Responsibilities:
- Environmental data collection and reporting
- Administration of timesheets
- Capturing overtime records
- Assisting with payment schedules
- Filing and office support duties
- Communication with rangers and management teams
Closing Date: 19 June 2026
4. Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors (2 Posts)
Location: Kruger National Park – Hamakuya Nature Reserve
This opportunity is ideal for candidates with environmental monitoring experience seeking practical conservation work.
Salary: R208 per day
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- One year of environmental monitoring experience
- Good report-writing abilities
- Police clearance certificate
- Ability to work flexible hours
Main Duties:
- Fence monitoring and maintenance
- Wildlife security activities
- Camp patrols
- Waste management
- Environmental awareness programmes
- Reporting suspected poaching incidents
Closing Date: 19 June 2026
5. Skilled Environmental Monitors (2 Posts)
Location: Kruger National Park – Marula Region
These positions focus on ecological monitoring and conservation-related activities within the park.
Salary: R311 per day
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- Basic Field Ranger qualification
- One year of ecological monitoring experience
- Firearm competency certification
- Code 8 driver’s licence
- Police clearance certificate
Responsibilities:
- Monitoring invasive alien plants
- Ecological surveys and mapping
- Recording wildlife observations
- Supporting Working for Water teams
- Conservation project participation
Closing Date: 19 June 2026
6. Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors (22 Posts)
Location: Kruger National Park – Nxanatseni Region
One of the largest recruitment drives in this EPWP intake, offering 22 positions for environmental monitoring and conservation support.
Salary: R208 per day
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- One year of environmental monitoring experience
- Police clearance certificate
- Good communication skills
Key Duties:
- Wildlife security monitoring
- Fence inspections
- Waste removal
- Community awareness initiatives
- Camp patrols and maintenance
- Reporting conservation-related incidents
Closing Date: 19 June 2026
7. Clerical Environmental Monitor – Human Capital Management (2 Posts)
Location: Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
These positions focus on human resource administration and support services within SANParks.
Salary: R406 per day
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- Human Resource Management qualification (NQF Level 5)
- One year of HR administration experience
- Computer literacy
- Valid driver’s licence
Responsibilities:
- Recruitment administration
- Performance management support
- Payroll instruction processing
- UIF administration
- Employee records management
- Learning and development coordination
Closing Date: 26 June 2026
8. Clerical Environmental Monitor – Administration (1 Post)
Location: Groenkloof National Park (Head Office)
This role focuses on office administration and project support functions.
Salary: R406 per day
Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate
- Public Administration or Office Administration qualification (NQF Level 5)
- One year of office administration experience
- Basic computer skills
- Valid driver’s licence
Responsibilities:
- General office administration
- Data capturing
- Processing invoices
- Filing and records management
- Procurement support
- Communication with Environmental Monitors nationwide
Closing Date: 26 June 2026
Why Apply for SANParks EPWP Jobs?
The Expanded Public Works Programme is one of South Africa’s key employment initiatives aimed at providing temporary work opportunities while helping participants gain practical experience and valuable workplace skills. These SANParks positions offer exposure to conservation management, environmental protection, administration, human resources, and community engagement.
Candidates selected for these opportunities will work within some of South Africa’s most important conservation areas, including Kruger National Park and Mapungubwe National Park. The experience gained can strengthen future employment prospects within conservation agencies, government departments, and environmental organizations.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare the following documents before submitting applications:
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Cover letter where required
- Police Clearance Certificate or proof of application where specified
- Relevant firearm competency certificates for armed positions
Certification of documents should generally be completed within the period specified in the vacancy advertisement.
Important Information for Applicants
Preference will be given to Previously Disadvantaged Individuals (PDI/HDSA) in line with SANParks employment equity objectives. Candidates must be willing to undergo medical fitness assessments where required and should ensure that all supporting documents are included with their applications.
Applications received after the closing dates may not be considered. Candidates who do not receive feedback within 14 days after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Job seekers interested in conservation, environmental monitoring, administration, human resources, and community-based environmental projects are encouraged to submit applications before the relevant closing dates.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the requirements for the advertised positions must submit the required application documents before the relevant closing date. Applicants should ensure that all information provided is accurate and that supporting documents are included.
Mapungubwe National Park Vacancies
Positions:
- 1 × Skilled Environmental Monitor Admin
- 4 × Skilled Armed Environmental Monitors
- Email: [email protected]
Postal Address:
Mapungubwe National Park & World Heritage Site
ATT: Iris Mathebula
P.O. Box 383
Musina
0900
Hand Delivery:
Mapungubwe National Park Gate
Groenkloof National Park (Head Office) Vacancies
Positions:
- 2 × Clerical Environmental Monitor (Human Capital Management)
- 1 × Clerical Environmental Monitor (Administration)
- Email: [email protected]
Kruger National Park Vacancies
Positions:
- 15 × Skilled Environmental Monitors
- 2 × Skilled Environmental Monitors
- 2 × Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors (Hamakuya Nature Reserve)
- 22 × Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors (Nxanatseni Region)
Email Application Available Only For:
- 2 × Semi-Skilled Environmental Monitors (Hamakuya Nature Reserve)
- Email: [email protected]
For the other Kruger National Park positions, applications must be hand-delivered to the specified gates or BSP offices mentioned in the advert.
Closing Dates
- 17 June 2026 – Mapungubwe positions
- 19 June 2026 – Kruger National Park positions
- 26 June 2026 – Groenkloof National Park positions