Job Type : Contract
Industry : Environment
Education Level : Senior Managerial level
Contract : 21 Months
WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) Tanzania in alliance with
TRAFFIC, the international wildlife trade monitoring network – has an opening
for an experienced Project Manager who would enjoy overseeing a dynamic
portfolio of diverse project activities in Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda.
Job Description – Characteristic Duties
Based in Arusha, under the supervision of TRAFFIC’s East
Africa Office Director, the Senior Project Manager will oversee the
implementation of activities in Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. The Project
Manager will supervise and support experienced project coordinators based in
Tanzania, work closely with TRAFFIC’s research and behaviour change experts in
the UK, monitor project budgets and timelines, and ensure compliance with donor
guidelines and that all project outputs are produced on time and are of a high
quality. In Tanzania, the Project Manager will work closely with
agencies such as the National Prosecution Services and Tanzania’s Forest
Service, while in Kenya and Uganda, the role will involve working with customs
and various Port authorities in the region.
Specific Duties
The main tasks of the Senior Project Manager include, but
are not limited to the following:
Requirements
·
A Masters/Ph.D. in a relevant discipline (e.g.
wildlife management, environmental or conservation science or environmental
law) or related field.
·
Minimum of 10 years professional project
management experience, including managing staff, project budgets and reporting.
Experience managing USAID government projects is preferred.
·
Experience of donor relationship management and
reporting is required.
·
Demonstrated knowledge of M&E concepts.
·
Knowledge and previous working experience in
wildlife trade, environmental crime and related law enforcement issues.
·
International working experience, especially in
Kenya and Uganda.
·
Experience in facilitating meetings;
·
Excellent organizational skills with ability to
prioritize, meet deadlines, problem solve and adaptively manage.
·
Good interpersonal and leadership skills and
ability to work effectively and collaboratively.
·
Ability to work independently and show
initiative in developing innovative approaches.
·
Fluency in English and Kiswahili is required.
·
Willingness and ability to travel within
Tanzania and the region frequently.
· Must be eligible to work in Tanzania.
In the subject header, Senior Project Manager, interested
applicants are requested to send a cover letter and
current CV with full contact details of three to traffictz@traffic.org by midnight
Tanzania time, 19 November 2021. We thank all applicants for their
interest in this position but only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted. The interviews will take place virtually or in person at
TRAFFIC’s office in Arusha, Tanzania.
WWF ( The World- Wide Fund for Nature ) is an international non-governmental organization that deals with conservation of nature . Our mission is to stop the degradation of the Planet's natural environment and to build a future in which human live in harmony with nature.
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