African Parks Safeguards Manager Jobs in South Sudan

African Parks Safeguards Manager Jobs in South Sudan; The Safeguards Manager will contribute to embedding a conservation approach that is consistent with international human rights and safeguards standards, working with both internal and external stakeholders. This role requires an understanding of international human rights and safeguards frameworks, with emphasis on issues relevant to the conservation sector in South Sudan.

Responsibilities

Conduct South Sudan–based research, data collection, analysis, monitoring, fact-finding, and documentation related to safeguards

Identify human rights implications of business plans and develop consistent, adaptable plans with parks in line with AP HO guidelines, national and international laws, and human rights methodologies

Integrate safeguards implications from Environmental and Social Action Plans (ESAP) and align responses with AP safeguards policies

Provide technical assistance for community-level conflict prevention and resolution frameworks, including operationalizing a grievance mechanism accessible to all stakeholders

Train and establish a functional grievance mechanism for park staff

Work closely with Park Management to review, investigate, and resolve complaints, ensuring accountability and follow-up

Ensure Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) processes guide community engagement and land use planning

Establish proactive safeguards monitoring, including independent audits, surveys, consultations, and field visits, ensuring recommendations are acted upon

Design and deliver safeguards training for rangers, focusing

on inclusive conservation, use of force, arrest procedures, anti-corruption, and gender sensitivity

Support Park Management in applying a disciplinary framework for rangers and ensuring capacity-building

Develop clear safeguards reporting systems with relevant indicators

Assist Park Management in identifying and training human rights focal points within the park’s national staff

Ensure adequate first aid materials and training for all park staff

Develop and implement, in partnership with South Sudanese authorities, a park-based early warning and community awareness program

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of professional experience in project management in fragile or remote contexts, preferably in conservation or development

Strong leadership, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills

Demonstrated ability to deliver results in complex, politically sensitive environments

Understanding of natural resource management, land governance, and community-based conservation

Experience in managing budgets, procurement, and field logistics

High personal integrity, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to African Parks’ mission

Willingness to live and work in remote areas with limited infrastructure

How to Apply

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to ssrecruitment@africanparks.org or hand delivery to African Parks office Thonping, Synergy Suites – Plot No 849, Block No 3-K South by Wednesday, 20th May 2026. Please mention the position name in the subject line of the email.