SUMMARY:
A renowned conservation Game Lodge is looking for a ANTI-POACHING UNIT MANAGER to join their team
POSITION INFO:
This senior role calls for an experienced leader to head anti-poaching efforts in a high-risk conservation zone. Key requirements include expertise in security, wildlife protection, crisis response, and field operations. Candidates must be skilled in firearms, surveillance, data analysis, and GIS, with the physical resilience to work in remote, high-pressure environments.
Core Criteria:
- Minimum 5 years’ senior experience in counter-poaching, military, or high-risk security operations
- Tertiary qualification in wildlife conservation, natural resource management, security operations, or a related field
- Strong knowledge of law enforcement procedures and wildlife crime legislation
- Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams in remote, high-pressure environments
- Certified in firearm handling with demonstrable field experience
- Experience with K9 units, aerial surveillance (e.g. drones), and intelligence operations
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant operational software
- Skilled in GPS data collection, mapping, and GIS applications
- High level of physical fitness and ability to operate in rugged, hazardous terrain
- Fluent in English; additional language skills are advantageous
- Willingness to work long, flexible hours with minimal supervision
- Certified in First Aid, including trauma care in remote or high-risk settings
- Additional experience in wildlife management or conservation is beneficial
- Valid driver’s license and Professional Driving Permit (PDP)
- Police clearance and successful completion of a full background check required
Candidate Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for anti-poaching teams
- Develop and implement counter-poaching strategies aligned with conservation goals
- Train, mentor, and manage multi-disciplinary field personnel
- Oversee data collection, GPS mapping, and analysis for operational planning
- Manage logistics, resources, and equipment for field operations
- Coordinate closely with local law enforcement and relevant agencies
- Lead operational deployments in remote and high-risk environments
- Ensure compliance with security legislation and wildlife crime procedures
- Supervise use of K9 units, aerial surveillance (e.g. drones), and intelligence gathering
- Maintain accurate records and reporting systems using relevant software
- Uphold physical readiness standards and safety protocols in rugged terrain
- Administer trauma care and first aid in field settings
- Support broader conservation and wildlife management initiatives where required
- Ensure all personnel meet legal and operational requirements, including background checks and certifications
- Please note this is a strictly single role
Package Included:
Namibian $50k CTC
Semi-furnished accommodation with utilities included
Housekeeping services provided on a rotational basis
Uniform and DSTV package aligned with role
Wi-Fi access and flights to/from Windhoek subject to availability
Emergency
medical evacuation and accident
insurance coverage
Optional pension and medical aid
Discounted stays at select lodges per management policy
