The Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB) is a leader in seabird rehabilitation, research and oiled wildlife response and achieves this internationally recognised work through applying high veterinary standards and compassionate care.
Job Title: Centre Manager
Job Location: Cape Recife, Port Elizabeth
Report to: The Chief Executive Officer of SANCCOB
The Centre Manager will be responsible for the management of SANCCOB’s Port Elizabeth operations.
Responsibilities:
Finance
- Responsible for financial aspects of the centre, including petty cash control, procurement of supplies and stock control, including the submission of weekly reports to Head Office in Cape Town
- Overall budget management of the Port Elizabeth facility
Human Resources and General Management
- Manage and develop all staff at SANCCOB Port Elizabeth
- Manage the human resources functions of the centres, including leave control and disciplinary proceedings
- Ensure that SANCCOB’s standing operating procedures are updated annually and adhered to
- Ensure good corporate governance is practised and continuously developed and improved
- Actively participate and represent SANCCOB at stakeholder meetings
- Manage and oversee all aspects of centre maintenance
- Ensure that a health and safety management plan is in place and adhered to
Fundraising and Marketing
- Manage the merchandising and coffee shop
- Together with the Resource Development Manager create and manage a sustainable and diverse fundraising portfolio, with revenue streams including individual giving, major gifts, bequests, corporates, events, zoos and aquariums, trusts and foundations
- Maintain relationships with current donors and ensure that funding deliverables are met
- Together with the Resource Development Manager develop, implement and manage SANCCOB’s marketing activities and campaigns
- Negotiate discounts and in-kind donations with suppliers
- Ensure donors feel appreciated and are updated regularly with news from the centre
Rehabilitation, animal welfare, conservation and research
- Oversee all aspects of seabird rehabilitation to ensure the highest quality of care
- Assist in developing and participating in seabird conservation projects
- Assist in developing and participating in research initiatives
Oil spill preparedness and response
- Work with the Preparedness and Response Manager to ensure that the Eastern Cape centre and staff are ready and able to respond to oil spills
- Represent SANCCOB in discussions around oil bunkering in Algoa Bay and any other issue seen as a threat to seabirds
Education
- Ensure quality educational programmes are offered
- Ensure the development and conducting of interactive public tours of the SANCCOB centre
- Develop the professional network between SANCCOB and other like-minded organisations
- Oversee the SANCCOB volunteer and internship programme in the Eastern Cape
- Coordinate work activities with the SANCCOB Education Department in the Western Cape
- Collaborate and maintain relationships with volunteer organisations and tour operators to further the reach of SANCCOB
Other
- Oversee the construction of a new rehabilitation pool
- Co-operate and work together with the other departments and staff at SANCCOB
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree/diploma
- A post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage
- Minimum of five years’ working experience in general management
- Experience in seabird rehabilitation, natural science, education, marketing, basic maintenance, and fundraising an added advantage
- Strong people management and development skills
- Work ethic and a positive attitude
- An understanding of the non-profit sector
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Presentation and negotiation skills
- A strong command of English as a working language is essential
- Valid Code 8 drivers licence
- Compassion and love for seabirds
- Passionate about conservation
To apply
Submit your CV (three pages) with contactable referees and a letter of motivation for attention: the Business Manager at [email protected]
Application Deadline: Tuesday, 18 June, 2019