Several species listed as invasive alien plant species have been recorded on the GWHS&NRC. These are listed in Table 3.6. Hakea sericea, Opuntia spp. and Nerium oleander are the dominant alien invasive plants species on the GWHS&NRC. Table 3.6: Invasive alien plant species on the Gamkaberg World Heritage Site and Nature Reserve Complex and adjacent areas. Scientific name Vernacular name Family Status Distribution Acacia cyclops Red eye/Rooikrans Fabaceae Declared invader Gamkaberg Acacia mearnsii Black wattle/Swartwattel Fabaceae Declared invader Rooiberg, Paardenberg Agave americana Sisal/Garingboom Agavaceae Declared invaders Groenefontein, Triangle, Kwessie Alhagi macrorum Fabaceae Vaalhoek, Gouritz River Arundo donax Giant reed (Spaansriet) Poacae Declared weed Groenefontein, Vaalhoek Atriplex lindleyi subsp. inflata Sponge fruit saltbush/Blasiebrak Chenopodiaceae Declared invader Groenefontein, Gamkaberg, Vaalhoek Datura sp. Thorn apple/Malpitte Solanaceae Declared weed Watercourses throughout GWHS&NRC Echinopsis spachiana Torch cactus/Orrelkaktus Cactaceae Declared weed Vaalhoek Eucalyptus spp. Bluegums/Bloekom Myrtaceae Declared invader Groenefontein, Vaalhoek Hakea sericea Silky Hakea/Syerige hakea Proteaceae Declared weed Gamkaberg, Rooiberg Melia azedarach Syringa/Sering Meliaceae Declared invader Gamkaberg Nerium oleander Oleander /Selonsroos Apocynaceae Declared weed Gamka & Gouritz Rivers Nicotiana glauca Wild Tobacco/Wildetabak Solanaceae Declared weed Groenefontein, Triangle, Kwessie Opuntia spp. Prickly pear/Turksvy Cactaceae Declared weeds Gamkaberg, Groenefontein, Triangle, Kwessie, Vaalhoek Pennisetum Kikuyu Poaceae Porposed Declared Gamkaberg
according to literature. Poecilogale albinucha African striped weasel Least Concern Data Deficient Need to be confirmed. Falls within natural distribution range according to literature. Rhinolophus capensis Cape horseshoe bat Least Concern Near Threatened Collect distribution data. Confirmed (specimen record) Cistugo lesueuri Lesueur’s wing-gland bat Least Concern Near Threatened Collect distribution data. Confirmed (specimen record) Miniopterus schreibersii Schreiber’s long-fingered bat Near Threatened Near Threatened Collect distribution data. Confirmed (specimen record) Rhinolophus clivosus Geoffroy’s horseshoe bat Least Concern Near Threatened Need to be confirmed. Falls within natural distribution range according to literature. Myotis tricolor Temminck’s hairy bat Least Concern Near Threatened Need to be confirmed. Falls within natural distribution range according to literature. Alcelaphus buselaphus caama Red hartebeest Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Oreotragus oreotragus oreotragus Klipspringer Least Concern Least Concern Collect distribution data. Confirmed (specimen record) Pelea capreolus Grey rhebok Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Raphicerus campestris Steenbok Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Raphicerus melanotis Cape grysbok Least Concern Least Concern Collect distribution data. Confirmed (specimen record) Redunca fulvorufula fulvorufula Mountain reedbuck Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Sylvicapra grimmia grimmia Common duiker Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Tragelaphus oryx oyx Eland Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Tragelaphus strepsiceros strepsiceros Kudu Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Canis mesomelas Black-backed jackal Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Papio ursinus ursinus Chacma baboon Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Caracal caracal Caracal Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Aonyx capensis African clawless otter Least Concern Least Concern Confirmed (observation record) Graphiurus ocularis Spectacled dormouse Least Concern Least Concern Collect distribution data. Confirmed (specimen record)
Development – Private Areas Private dwelling and surrounds. (only applicable to privately owned & managed Contract Nature Reserves) Private homestead. Areas with existing degraded or transformed footprints. Natural or semi-natural habitats only when use of these areas is supported by a bioregional plan and specialist site assessment. n/a Dwellings and private accommodation areas. Roads to access these. No access by the public without permission from landowner. Should have no negative impacts on the surrounding conservation area. Protection Zones Zone Zone Objective Characteristics Visitor Activities Facilities / Infrastructure Visitor Access Management Guidelines
Species / Habitat / Cultural Protection Users: This zone’s primary purpose is conservation and research. Limited tourism use only if compatible with conservation objective. Conservation: Protection of species or habitats of special conservation concern. Restrict access to prevent disturbance and/or damage. Larger areas where uncontrolled public access is undesirable due to presence of regionally critically rare and endangered fauna, flora, habitat. Typical example would be a seabird breeding colony, particularly for threatened species. Research. Nature observation under strictly controlled conditions only if specifically noted. Usually none, but footpaths and tracks to allow management access may be permitted. Where visitor access is permitted, strict access control infrastructure is required to delimit access routes, and if necessary screen visitors. I.e. hides, boardwalks, screened routes, and paths with railings may be appropriate. Public / Tourism access normally not allowed. May be permitted under very tightly controlled conditions, to be determined per site. Visitor Management: Prevent visitor access or restrict numbers of visitors and allow for no-use rest periods if required. Infrastructure layout, design and construction must be designed and maintained to highest environmental standards. Conservation Management: Feature specific – as required. Prevent any negative impacts on identified feature/s. Consider removal and/or rehabilitation of non-essential infrastructure. Consumptive Use: Not compatible.
Gamkaberg Nature Reserve and water servitude 06/10/2014 Department of Environmental Affairs: Natural Resource Management (DEA: NRM); Working for Water project DEA: NRM 5 years All sectors of GWHS&NRC 27/08/1999 Groenefontein management lease agreement WWF-SA 99 year lease Groenefontein 16/06/2012 Vaalhoek management lease agreement WWF-SA 99 year lease Vaalhoek To be signed 2015 Fontein management lease agreement WWF-SA 99 year lease Fontein 09/11/2011 Triangle management lease agreement WWF-SA 99 year lease Triangle 21/06/2012 Kwessie management lease agreement WWF-SA 99 year lease Kwessie 11/12/2013 Rooiolifantskloof management lease agreement Berning-Stauth Families 99 year lease Rooiolifantskloof Eglington: 03/11/2009 (5 years) and Enzer: (01/06/2012 (5 years) Fire break agreements 2 Neighbouring landowners 5 years (2 landowners) Rooiberg South FPA 01/04/2010 to 31/03/2015 High site Telkom Eden District Municipality unknown Baileys Peak Alien vegetation clearing is carried out on the GWHS&NRC through a management agreement with the DEA NRM (Working for Water project), which was signed in October 2014. A number of properties namely; Groenefontein, Vaalhoek, Kwessie, Triangle and Fontein are owned by WWF-SA but are managed on a 99 year lease basis by CapeNature as part of the GWHS&NRC. Similarly, negotiations have been concluded with the Berning and Stauth families to manage Rooiolifantskloof Nature Reserve in a similar model. In addition there are three stewardship sites falling within the GWHS&NRC which are proclaimed Provincial Nature Reserves (Wolwekop and Doringkloof). Various tasks within the Integrated Catchment Management and Working for Water alien vegetation management projects are carried out on these stewardship properties.
6.3 ECOSYSTEM BIODIVERSITY MANAGEMENT Objective 1 Objective 2 To conserve the natural ecosystems. To manage the conservation estate effectively. Key Deliverables Management/Monitoring Activities Responsibility Indicators Timeframe Existing Procedures Compile and Implement the Ecological Plan of Operation and Ecological Matrix for GWHS&NRC. Develop and implement an approved Ecological Matrix for the GWHS&NRC. Collate all relevant monitoring and research protocols and data sheets to inform the Ecological Plan of Operations. Compile an Ecological Plan of Operations to support the Ecological Matrix. Analyse data, conduct annual review of Ecological Matrix and protocols and and implement adaptive management strategies Conservation Manager, Ecological Regional Ecologist. Ecological Matrix, Ecological Plan of Operations. SOB database updated. GWHS&NRC will annually score above 80% in METT-SA score. annually Baseline data collection and monitoring manual (2010). Ecologcial Matrix format. Ecological Plan of Operations. A biodiversity resource inventory for the GWHS&NRC is in place. Prioritisation of species for inclusion on the Ecological plan of operation. Collect species data and submit to Scientific Services. Analyse data, re-assess and implement adaptive management strategies. Hard and digital copies of all documents and publications resulting from all monitoring and research in the reserve must be catalogued and stored at the GWHS&NRC office with backup copies sent to Scientific Services. Conservation Manager, Ecological Coordinator. Ongoing Baseline data collection and monitoring manual (2010). Ecological Plan of Operations. Ecological Matrix A monitoring programme for the GWHS&NRC is being implemented. Review monitoring protocols. Identify monitoring needs of the reserve in consultation with Scientific Services. Establish indicators for monitoring. Implement monitoring activities as per the Ecological Matrix. Report on monitoring activities as per the Ecological Matrix. Analyse data, re-assess and implement adaptive management strategies. Conservation Manager, Ecological Coordinator, Regional Ecologist, Manager: Scientific Services. Ongoing Baseline data collection and monitoring manual (2010). METT-SA scoring process.
Fire break, road, footpath, fence register and database compiled. Alien density database updated. Annual AVM APO. Annual roads and footpaths APO. Potential erosion substrates mapped. Map of erosion sites. Site specific erosion stabilisation and rehab plans compiled. Mitigation measures implemented and monitored. Implement relevant monitoring of national projects and/or programmes. Collection of climatic data on the GWHS&NRC. A research programme for the GWHS&NRC is being implemented. Identify research needs for the reserve. Develop and implement an applied research programme for the reserve in consultation with Scientific Services. Results of research projects are fed back to the management of the reserve. Results are used to adapt management of the nature reserve where relevant. Provide support to researchers as per Ecological Matrix and research permit conditions. Conservation Manager, Ecological Regional Ecologist, Manager: Scientific Services. Ongoing CN research needs list; Fynbos Forum research strategy, CN permitting procedure. Assist ad hoc researchers to gain access to study sites and accommodation on the reserve. The GWHS&NRC contributes to the maintenance of ecosystem services. Design and implement appropriate and integrated fire (Refer to Table 6.5) and alien invasive management (Refer to Table 6.6) programmes. Conduct a trail, jeep track and roads assessment as per ICM standards. Compile maintenance schedule. Implement trail, jeep track and roads maintenance schedule. Close and rehabilitate inappropriate trails, jeep tracks and roads in accordance with assessment report. Implement appropriate restoration programmes, e.g. spekboom planting. Implement monitoring as per the Ecological Matrix. Conservation Manager, Ecological Regional Ecologist, Catchment Manager, Programme Manager: Fire, Programme Manager: AVM, Project Manager, Protected Areas Manager. Ongoing ICM Standard Operating Procedures, ICM & AVM APOs, Fire Management Policy. Prevent and mitigate soil erosion on the GWHS&NRC. Through regular monitoring identify areas that require stabilisation and remediation. Map and ensure photo’s available. Compile an erosion maintenance plan. Monitor the affectivity of the erosion control mitigation. Monitor cost effectiveness of maintenance. Monitor site recovery. Conservation Manager. Ecological Regional Ecologist. Catchment Manager. Ongoing ICM Standard Operating Procedures, ICM APO, Ecological Plan of Operations, Eco Matrix.
Conserve threatened and endemic fauna. Regular monitoring of Cape mountain zebra population dynamics. Conduct census of Cape mountain zebra on reserve and herd animals. Progress with Biodiversity management plan for species (BMP-s) for Cape mountain zebra. Participate in monitoring programmes focussed on the Cape Leopard including all potential damage causing animal issues in conjunction with Conservation Services. Map the location and distribution of all threatened species in the GWHS&NRC and data to be captured in SOB database. Conservation Manager, Conservation Services Manager, Mammalian Ecologist, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist. SOB database updated. 1-5 years Baseline data collection and monitoring manual (2010). Norms and Standards for the compilation of Biodiversity Management Plans for Species (BMP-s) in terms of NEM: BA. Manage consumptive utilisation of biological resources. All applications subject to the CapeNature consumptive utilisation Policy. Database established indicating all utilised species and the extent of their use within the reserve. Conservation Manager, Community Conservation Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist. CapeNature Policy on consumptive utilisation and the EMP. 1-5 years CN Policy on consumptive utilisation. Budget Allocation Development Operation (5 Year Forecast) R 4 928 980 6.4 WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT Objective 1 Objective 2 To conserve the natural ecosystems. To manage the conservation estate effectively. Key Deliverables Management/Monitoring Activities Responsibility Indicators Timeframe Existing Procedures Ensure effective game management on GWHS&NRC. Census conducted. Keep record of numbers and distribution of game species. Update Cape mountain zebra ‘studbook’ with photos of individuals. Investigate Cape mountain zebra impact on natural vegetation and habitat needs, and area preferences. Record mortalities on database. Monitor water availability by checking natural water points during the dry Conservation Manager, Mammalian Ecologist, Programme Manager: Wildlife. Cape mountain zebra database and SOB updated. Year 1-5 CMZ BMP-s, GTUP, Baseline data collection and monitoring manual (2010), Nature and Environmental Conservation Ordinance, 1974 (Ordinance 19 of 1974)
season. Monitor guzzlers throughout the year to ensure that there are no leaks or damage to the infrastructure and to ensure the water source is secure. Investigate options of installing an additional guzzler at the old site in the Grootkloof Basin near Oukraal. Provide additional watering points for CMZ where critical. Ensure that the two boreholes supplying water points on Fontein are kept in working order. Provide input into Biodiversity Management Plan for species, Cape mountain zebra. Ensure that only historically indigenous game species occur in the GWHS&NRC. Conduct census/counts using various methods; i.e. helicopters when funds are available and general foot and vehicle patrols. Maintain database. Implement removal actions within 12 months by most practical/humane method should extra-limital species be recorded on the GWHS&NRC. In the case of plains zebra being found on Gamkaberg Sector together with CMZ, hybridisation potential exists and immediate action should be taken in this regard. Conservation Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Programme Manager: Wildlife, Regional Ecologist, Protected Areas Manager. Game database updated. No extra-limital species on the GWHS&NRC. Plains zebra on neighbouring land are a risk in terms of hybridisation with CMZ and should be carefully monitored in terms of CMZ escaping onto neighbouring land or plains zebra entering Gamkaberg. Ongoing GTUP, Baseline data collection and monitoring manual (2010), Nature and Environmental Conservation Ordinance, 1974 (Ordinance 19 of 1974). Manage damage causing (DCA)/ nuisance fauna. Promote best practices regarding DCA and promote partnerships with leopard conservation and research NGOs in Western Cape. Conservation Manager, Conservation Services Manager, Programme Manager: Wildlife, Ecological Number of DCW incidents recorded. Ongoing GTUP, Mountain Catchment Areas Act Budget Allocation Development Operation (5 Year Forecast) R 642 910 6.5 FIRE MANAGEMENT Objective 1 To conserve the natural ecosystems.
Key Deliverables Management/Monitoring Activities Responsibility Indicators Timeframe Existing Procedures Reduce / avoid the spread of fires across the reserve’s borders and minimize accidental/deliberate fires within the reserve. Compile and maintain a Fire Management Plan for the reserve taking TPCs, social and economic situation into account. Update and implement Fire Protection and Reaction Plans including risk assessments. Construct priority firebreaks according to schedule on firebreak register and keep updated in order to be assessed during annual pre-fire season audit as well as during APO compilation. Assess appropriateness of current firebreak network and re-align where appropriate. Negotiate firebreak agreement with neighbours where relevant. Reduce fuel around infrastructure to minimise risk by slashing burnable vegetation (e.g. Keurkloof and southern guzzlers). Conduct a pre-fire season fire audit Complete fire reports as stipulated. Map all fires and capture on GIS. Conduct de-briefing sessions after each fire and keep records. Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager, Protected Areas Manager. Reserve has a minimum pre-fire season audit score of 90% by Year 5. The distribution and range of veld age is within the limits of acceptable change (TPC). Priority firebreaks completed versus planned (%) and km Firebreaks completed. Fire report database accurately completed and up to date. CMZ habitat and distribution monitored on an ongoing basis and assessed regarding veld age suitability. Ongoing Fire Management Policy and Guidelines, Fire break register, ICM APO. To allow for natural fire processes to occur without negatively impacting on safety and infrastructure. Consider TPCs drawn up in consultation with Catchment Managers and printed on annual veld age and hotspots map for use during fire fighting activities. Infrastructure risk assessments carried out. Infrastructure risks mitigated. Consider the implementation of block burns in the south eastern section of the Gamkaberg sector in order to provide sufficient young vegetation for the benefit of the CMZ population in the absence of natural fires. Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager, Protected Areas Manager. Ongoing Fire Management Policy and Guidelines. Establish and maintain partnerships to improve fire management on the GWHS&NRC. Attend and participate in FPA meetings. Implement FPA action plan where applicable. Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager. Ongoing Fire Management Policy and Guidelines; FPA operational rules
Total clearing costs per NBAL. Clearing norms implemented as per NRM task determination program. Clearing method effectiveness and impact. Applicable registered herbicides used as per the SOP/SOG for AVM. Monitor person day/hectare. Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist. Implement biological control as a method of IAP management. Potential bio control sites for Acacia mearnsii mapped and included in MUCP. Implement new biological control for Acacia mearnsii if potentially viable. Monitor success of bio control. Record keeping. Site security. Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist. Ongoing Working for Water and Department Agriculture Landcare Guidelines, PPRI guidelines. Prevent the introduction of alien and invasive species from neighbouring landowners. Ensure surrounding landowners are aware of relevant legislation. Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist. Ongoing Working for Water and Department Agriculture Landcare Guidelines Invasive Alien Fauna Prevent the introduction of alien and invasive species. No domestic livestock or other alien fauna (including extra-limital game species) will be permitted in the GWHS&NRC and will be removed. No introduction of alien and invasive fish species within catchments and rivers (both on and off-reserve) listed as fish sanctuaries. Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist. Aquatic Scientist Aquatic technician No of incidents of alien fauna or domestic livestock recorded. Ongoing CN Policy on domestic animals on nature reserves CN Policy on fish utilisation. GTUP Control alien and invasive species within the GWHS&NRC on an basis. Record alien fauna (including game species) occurring on the reserve. Monitor populations of alien fauna on the reserve and compile removal plan. Implement removal plan within 12 months after alien animals have been recorded. In the case of domestic livestock these will be removed by arrangement with the rightful owner (e.g. by being chased onto the property from where they Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist. Removal systems in place. No alien and invasive species in the reserve. Ongoing CN Policy on domestic animals on nature reserves, Baseline Monitoring Manual 2010. GTUP.
knowledge of all legislation applicable to their function and mandate. The GWHS&NRC staff is adequately capacitated to enforce legislation within the organisation’s mandate and does so effectively. Staff must be formally designated to enforce the relevant legislation. Appropriate staff have been designated as environmental management inspectors. Staff has the necessary equipment to enable them to do law enforcement effectively. The nature reserve receives adequate law enforcement support from other sections of the organisation. Specific relevant training has been identified and staff have received relevant training. appointed. BMS. NEMA NEMPAA Nature and Environmental Conservation Ordinance, 1974 (Ordinance 19 of 1974), Regulations 955 of 1975 Protected Areas Regulations Protection systems are in place and operating effectively. The following management mechanisms to control both illegal and legitimate access and use: • Control legitimate access. • Develop standard operating procedures to control activities within the nature reserve for relevant aspects of management (e.g. Vaalhoek cattle). • Implement all standard operating procedures for controlling activities including Karoo Area Biodiversity Protection Plan. • Adjacent communities are engaged in order to promote the reserve, to build relationships and to identify priority areas. • Awareness raising activities are held with adjacent communities in order to raise awareness concerning reserve and biodiversity conservation. • Areas in the nature reserve have been identified and prioritised in terms of conservation value or type of utilisation, etc. • Regular routine patrols are performed in all identified priority areas. Conservation Manager, Community Conservation Manager. Ongoing BMS Karoo Area Biodiversity Protection Plan
• All compliance documentation is properly completed and retained as Means of verification. • All relevant cases are reported via BMS and documents submitted as verification. Budget Allocation Development Operation (5 Year Forecast) R 428 607 6.9 INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT Objective 2 To manage the conservation estate effectively. Key Deliverables Management/Monitoring Activities Responsibility Indicators Timeframe Existing Procedures Ensure maintenance of infrastructure and equipment. Map all infrastructure and compile infrastructure register and maintenance schedule. The infrastructure necessary to manage the nature reserve effectively is in place (UAMP). Assess if staff facilities are adequate to perform critical management activities. Ensure that there is adequate operational equipment as required for operational management purposes. Maintenance of Infrastructure as scheduled in registers to ensure upkeep and prevent degradation. Equipment is maintained in good working condition. Liaise with Public Works where required. Immediately affect all minor emergency repairs. Conservation Manager, Department Public Works, Protected Areas Manager. Implement infrastructure register. Public Works schedule. Ongoing Infrastructure register, Standard Operating Procedures, ICM document, Department Public Works maintenance schedule, User Asset Management Plan (UAMP). Align all existing and future infrastructure to the CDF and zonation. Assess infrastructure development appropriateness to the CDF. Identify infrastructure that needs to be upgraded or removed. Identify new infrastructure required. Conservation Manager, Conservation Planner, Protected Areas Manager, Tourism Manager, Regional CDF zonation. Ongoing CDF, EIA Regulations.
Ecologist, Ecological Co-ordinator. Roads/Jeep tracks and trails are managed to minimise impact on the environment. Conduct annual assessment of roads, Jeep tracks and trails in the GWHS&NRC. Implement maintenance schedule as part of the ICM APO. Re -align road network and align with the CDF where required. Rehabilitate where necessary following SOG on road and trail rehabilitation. Borrow pits mapped, assessed and rehabilitated according to relevant SOG (where required). Monitor use and impact by keeping record of visitor use and examining problem areas on a regular basis to determine maintenance and repair priorities. Monitor cost effectiveness of infrastructure maintenance. Conservation Manager, Catchment Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist, Community Conservation Manager, Protected Areas Manager. Infrastructure maintenance schedule. Annually Infrastructure register and Public Works schedule. Erosion control and Road maintenance SOG. Buildings are effectively maintained. Compile and maintain a building register. Provide Department of Public Works with works list to reflect maintenance requirements. Maintenance or new infrastructure is appropriately planned (EMP), approved by the QEM and if required the Appropriate EIA completed. Generic CapeNature EMP applied. Ensure energy saving and environmentally sound options are being implemented by Department of Public Works (Green Building principals). Conservation Manager, Department of Public Works, Tourism Manager. Infrastructure maintenance schedule. Ongoing Infrastructure register, Department Public Works maintenance schedule. Maintain fences according to legislative requirements. Conduct ongoing fence monitoring and assessment such as Gamkaberg and Vaalhoek sectors by means of systematic annual inspections. Implement fence maintenance schedule as per priorities determined during annual inspections. Conservation Manager Fence assessment completed and report compiled. Actions listed implemented. Annually Infrastructure register and Public Works schedule. APO. Environmental Management: Waste Disposal. Maintenance of recycling system to manage waste effectively. Educate visitors and staff (and local Conservation Manager, Tourism Manager. Infrastructure maintenance schedule. Awareness campaign implemented. Compliance with Ongoing Infrastructure and Public Works Schedules. OHS Act.
capacity building interventions, linked to job creation opportunities. Conservation Manager. The Development of Educational Resources (Corporate Strategic Plan), Youth Development & Environmental Education Programme Strategic Plan, BMS. Manage consumptive utilisation of biological resources. Establish a database indicating all utilised species and the extent of their use within the GWHS&NRC. Evaluate all resource use applications in terms of the CapeNature Policy on consumptive utilisation. Conservation Manager, Ecological Co-ordinator, Regional Ecologist, Conservation Services Manager. Ongoing CapeNature Policy on consumptive utilisation (2007). The GWHS&NRC has spiritual or religious significance. Access to the GWHS&NRC for spiritual, cultural and traditional purposes will be allowed subject to permit conditions and with prior approval. Conservation Manager, Community Conservation Manager Number of persons accessing CapeNature protected areas for cultural, traditional, spiritual, and sustainable harvesting activities. Ongoing People and Parks Action Plan Ensure awareness raising initiatives elevate awareness around conservation issues in the GWHS&NRC. Compile information and material on GWHS&NRC for dissemination and presentation on Environmental Awareness calendar days (e.g. Heritage day and Arbour day). Collaborate with partners to arrange events on Environmental Awareness events and scheduled school activities. i.e youth camps. Ensure group sizes are within manageable limits of reserve. Facilitate production of media releases. Present talks, presentations when requested. Assist with planning and implementation of awareness raising events. Arrange open days. Submit an article on the GWHS&NRC for publication to a popular conservation themed magazine, annually. Create an enabling environment to accommodate students, researchers and volunteers to contribute to projects on the GWHS&NRC. Conservation Manager, Community Conservation Manager. Number of learners provided with Environmental education opportunities as per annual APO targets. Annually People and Parks Action Plan, CapeNature Communications Policy, The Development of Educational Resources (Corporate Strategic Plan), Youth Development & Environmental Education Programme Strategic Plan.
manage the nature reserve effectively (subject to funding). Prioritise all critical posts for filling and develop a phased implementation plan in line with approved personnel budget. Employment relationship is in line with employment contract commitments. Implement an Employment Well-being Programme Management. Executive Directors: Operations and HRM Selection SA Constitution Labour Relations Act Basic Conditions of Employment Act Employment Equity Act Occupational Health & Safety Act Overtime Policy Equate System for Job Evaluation Leave Policy Integrate and align organisational and employee performance. Implement effective Performance Management System in place. Ensure compliance with Code of Conduct. Conservation Manager, Protected Areas Manager, Executive Directors: Operations, HRM, Chief Executive Officer Performance agreements completed and signed for all employees. Performance appraisals completed for all employees. Annually Performance Management Handbook Annual Plan of Operations Rewards Foundation Policy Disciplinary Code and Procedures (Managing poor performance) Code of Conduct Skilled employees on the reserve. All staff is skilled to perform according to job specification in the roles they occupy in line with mandatory legislative requirements. Develop personal development plan for all staff on the reserve. Roll out of personal development plan for all staff on the reserve. Reflect capacity development interventions which are supported by mentorship and coaching agreements. Conduct annual Skills audit. Conservation manager, Protected Areas Manager, HR and Employment Equity and Training Committees Develop personal development plan for all staff on the reserve. Mentorship and coaching agreements. Implement Skills Plan according to priorities and budget availability Annually Individual PDPs Mentorship strategy and toolbox Skills Development Act Training Policy Bursary Policy Internship Policy Budget Allocation Development Operation (5 Year Forecast) R 857 214 6.13.3 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY Objective 2 To manage the conservation estate effectively.