Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is inviting unemployed graduates to apply for the Graduate Development Programme in Conservation, Partnerships and Ecotourism.
This structured programme provides young graduates with practical workplace experience over a 36-month period while contributing to conservation, research, tourism, finance, and technology services within the organisation.
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Programme Overview
- Programme Duration: 36 months
- Location: Various offices across KwaZulu-Natal
- Contract Type: Fixed-term graduate development programme
- Monthly Stipend: R5 500 – R7 000 depending on qualification level
The programme aims to build professional skills and prepare graduates for careers in conservation, tourism, environmental science, finance, and ICT.
Available Graduate Fields and Locations
Internal Audit
- Location: Head Office – Queen Elizabeth Park
- Qualification: National Diploma in Internal Auditing
- NQF Level: 6
- Positions: 1
Information Technology
- Location: Head Office
- Qualification: National Diploma in Information Technology
- NQF Level: 6
- Positions: 1
Communication Services
- Location: Head Office
- Qualification: National Diploma or Degree in Web Development or Computer Science
- NQF Level: 6–7
- Positions: 1
Scientific Services – Ecological Advice
Kenneth Stainbank
- Qualification:
- BSc Biological Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Environmental Management
- Zoology
- Marine Biology
- NQF Level: 7
- Positions: 1
iSimangaliso Wetland Park
- Qualification:
- BSc Honours in Ecological Science
- Biological Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Zoology
- Botany
- Environmental Management
- NQF Level: 8
- Positions: 1
Finance
Asset Management
- Location: Head Office
- Qualification: National Diploma in Accounting or BCom with Accounting Major
- NQF Level: 6–7
- Positions: 1
Financial Services
- Location: Head Office
- Qualification:
- BCom Degree
- Advanced Diploma in Accounting
- Honours in Accounting
- Financial Management
- NQF Level: 7–8
- Positions: 1
Supply Chain Management
- Location: Head Office
- Qualification: National Diploma in:
- Public Management
- Public Administration
- Business Management
- Financial Management
- NQF Level: 6
- Positions: 1
Commercial Services
- Location: Regional Offices
- Qualification: National Diploma in:
- Tourism
- Ecotourism Management
- Hospitality Management
- NQF Level: 6
- Positions: 2
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be an unemployed graduate from KwaZulu-Natal
- Be 45 years old or younger
- Be a South African citizen
- Have completed a relevant qualification listed above
- Have at least 2 years of relevant experience
- Be able to drive (valid driver’s licence required)
- Be available for the full 36-month programme
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit:
- Copy of South African ID
- Educational qualifications
- Comprehensive CV
- Valid driver’s licence
Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted via email or hand delivery.
Email Applications To:
ayanda.ngubane@kznwildlife.com
Hand Deliver To:
Queen Elizabeth Park Reception
1 Peter Brown Drive
Montrose
Pietermaritzburg
Enquiries
Contact Person: Ms A Ngubane
Telephone: 033 330 7120
Application Deadline
Closing Date: 13 March 2026
Late applications will not be considered.