Senior Operations Manager at African Parks (AP)

27 Aug 2026 Senior Operations Manager at African Parks (AP)

• Lead the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Conservation and Operations work plan and budget in alignment with the Park Strategy and Five-Year Business Plan. • Ensure the Conservation and Operations team is appropriately resourced with personnel, equipment, finances, and operational support. • Oversee the planning, implementation, and maintenance of infrastructure projects while ensuring sound budget management and cost control. • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures, including tender processes, contractor management, and contract administration. • Manage the Park’s fleet, including vehicles, aircraft, boats, and other operational assets, ensuring all licensing, permits, maintenance schedules, and preventative servicing requirements are met. • Promote and maintain a strong culture of health, safety, and risk management across all operational activities. • Oversee logistics, procurement, warehousing, and inventory management to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. • Support the effective management, development, and operational readiness of the Law Enforcement function by ensuring appropriate logistical support, equipment, and operational resources are available. • Coordinate and support law enforcement training programmes, including refresher, advanced, and in-house training, in collaboration with the Law Enforcement Advisor. • Support wildlife translocation programmes and other conservation initiatives as required. • Coordinate operational support for research partners, visiting scientists, film crews, and other approved stakeholders. • Lead the Park’s fire management strategy by ensuring staff are appropriately trained, equipment is maintained, and operational readiness is sustained. • Foster a high-performing, values-driven team culture that promotes accountability, collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. • Ensure all operational activities are implemented in accordance with African Parks policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Prepare and submit accurate operational reports and performance updates to the Park Manager within agreed timelines.