Law Enforcement Conservation and Technology Assistant

Job Opening: Law Enforcement Conservation and Technology Assistant

Location: Kafue National Park

Department: Law Enforcement

Reports to: Law Enforcement Advisor

African Parks is a non-profit conservation organisation that takes on responsibility for the long-term management of protected areas in partnership with governments and local communities. African Parks manages 24 protected areas in 13 countries, covering over 20 million hectares in Angola, Benin, Central African Republic, Chad, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Malawi, Mozambique, the Republic of Congo, South Sudan, Rwanda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

The Law Enforcement Conservation and Technology Assistant is vital for maintaining the logistical and technical backbone of our Law Enforcement (LE) operations. He/she ensures that field teams remain equipped, mobile, and digitally integrated. Without a dedicated person in this role, there is a significant risk to operational continuity and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Logistics & Ration Management: Assess and plan ration requirements based on operational needs, manage stock levels, and coordinate timely procurement to prevent shortages.
• Equipment & Uniform Oversight: Oversee the issuance, tracking, and replacement of LE uniforms and equipment while ensuring all items are fit for field operations.
• Medical Supply Coordination: Manage LE medical supplies, monitor expiry dates, and ensure field teams are adequately equipped for emergencies.
• Technology & Device Management: Program, configure, and troubleshoot field devices, maintain a software version register, and support the adoption of new technologies.
• BFR Selection & Training Support: Provide logistical and administrative support for Basic Field Ranger (BFR) pre-selection and selection processes, including materials and personnel coordination.
• Field Capacity Building: Train field officers on data collection tools and guidelines to promote accuracy and accountability in reporting.
• Operational Debriefing: Plan and facilitate structured debrief sessions after operations to capture successes, challenges, and lessons learned.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree, preferably in a field related to environmental or wildlife management.
• Technical Experience: Proven experience in biodiversity auditing, data entry, and using technical software such as ArcGIS or SPSS. Field Skills: Demonstrated experience working in remote and harsh environments, including wildlife research or radio tracking.
• Operations: Experience in project management methodology and supervising support groups.

Skills and Competencies:

• Technical Proficiency: Experienced in using GPS, GIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Logistical Planning: Strong organizational and logistical planning skills with high attention to detail.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to provide training and ongoing support to field teams.
• Adaptability: Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to learn and adapt quickly to new challenges.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and supporting documents via the Hire platform by the advertised closing date, which is 15th May 2026. Incomplete or incorrectly uploaded applications will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

African Parks is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process and do not discriminate based on gender, tribe, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected under Zambian law.

How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and supporting documents via the Hire platform by the advertised closing date, which is 15th May 2026. Incomplete or incorrectly uploaded applications will not be considered.