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Conservation Director at WWF, Yaounde, Cameroon

Deadline: 6 June 2016

World Wild Fund for Nature (WWF) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Conservation Director in Yaounde, Cameroon.

WWF’s mission is to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature.

Key Jobs Responsibilities

The Conservation Director will perform the following functions-

  • Develops implements and coordinates the WWF Cameroon Country Programme Office (CCPO) conservation and policy programme in Cameroon.
  • Advises the Country Director on pertinent issues in Cameroon and provides essential input for the Programme’s supervision, review and evaluation.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of coherent regional transboundary programmes and conservation programmes embedded in the CCPO.
  • Coordinates the contribution to the Global Practices and the work of the Focal Points.
  • In collaboration with the Fundraising team, actively fundraises for approved projects.
  • Manages and coaches direct reports.
  • Coordinates the implementation and management of WWF projects in Cameroon, and provides them with technical assistance.
  • Manages and coaches direct reports.
  • Ensures adequate and timely technical reporting internally and to relevant donors.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

  • University degree in an appropriate field (conservation / environment / natural resource management wildlife / forest / terrestrial ecology).
  • Additional academic training or a degree in a management field would be a strong asset.
  • 8 years professional experience in a project management role, 3 years of which should be in Africa with demonstrated success in managing multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills.
  • Skills in negotiation, liaison and in relationship and conflict management.
  • Strong skills in project planning, proposal writing, financing, management, implementation, and and evaluation, and experience working with donors.
  • Adherence to WWF’s values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.
  • Fluency in English and French.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their CV and cover letter via email, with “CMR-CONSDIR” as the subject line.

For more information, please visit WWF.