Are you creative, dynamic and driven
by a passion for biodiversity and vision for a world where people live in
harmony with nature?
WWF-Kenya believes in a future where people live in harmony with nature, so we’re committed to safeguarding the natural world.
WWF-Kenya believes in a future where people live in harmony with nature, so we’re committed to safeguarding the natural world.
Best known as Kenya’s leading
conservation organisation, we work on tackling key global threats to
biodiversity. We also focus on influencing the decisions – often involving
governments, businesses and partners – which have a significant impact on the
natural world, using our expertise and experience.
We are recruiting for the roles
of National Forest Programme Managerwithin the Conservation Division of WWF Kenya.
Reports to: Conservation Director
Supervises: None
Grade: B1
Location: WWF Kenya’s Office in Nairobi, Kenya
Department Mission: To ensure the development and implementation of the
WWF-Kenya Conservation Strategy and support of the Organization’s forest work
at both national and landscape level to the highest standards.
Major Functions:
The Manager is responsible for
national leadership; and strategic and technical support of the WWF-Kenya
Forest work.
At national level, the incumbent will
work to influence the country’s National Forest Programme (NFP) including
policy and technical commitments under the Bonn Challenge/AFR 100 including
other regional and global MEAs related to forestry.
The Manager, working with Programme
teams will be responsible for strategic development and diversification of the
Organization’s forest work across and through our Conservation Programmes to
ensure a coherent and well-articulated portfolio of interventions jointly
implemented by WWF and its partners.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
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Provide strategic guidance and
technical oversight for the systematic growth and diversification of WWF-K
forest work in line with the Organization’s Strategic Plan.
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Influence the country’s National
Forest Programme (NFP) including policy and technical commitments under the
Bonn Challenge/AFR 100 and other regional and global MEAs related to forestry.
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Identify and build strategic
alliances and partnerships with Civil Society Organizations and networks,
private sector, and government and nongovernmental
agencies to lobby and advocate for improved governance of forests in the country. This will involve routine participation in review processes for relevant policies and legislation and submission of appropriate policy recommendations for improved forest governance.
agencies to lobby and advocate for improved governance of forests in the country. This will involve routine participation in review processes for relevant policies and legislation and submission of appropriate policy recommendations for improved forest governance.
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Lead in the development and
implementation of the WWF Eastern Africa Regional Forest Programme on the Kenya
part.
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Working with Programme Managers,
coordinate the development and implementation of a comprehensive monitoring,
evaluation, and reporting plan for forest work as part of our landscape
approach to ensure effective monitoring of program performance against set
targets, timely progress reporting, and periodic evaluation of program impacts.
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Coordinate resource mobilization
efforts for forest work either as part of the landscape approach or singly
through proactive identification of potential funding opportunities and
periodic development of funding proposals and concepts in collaboration with
Programme teams and partners.
·
Advice and support planning and
implementation of targeted scientific studies and surveys to generate new
information and innovative ideas to address specific issues of interest to our
forest work.
·
Lead WWF-K’s effective participation
and contribution to regional and international Forest processes to
share/leverage lessons and broaden partnerships for sustainable forest
management and conservation in Kenya.
·
Coordinate documentation and sharing
of lessons learned across our Programmes and the region as well, including
profiling our forest conservation achievements through the Communication Unit.
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Provide support in the preparation
and implementation of Programme Strategies and annual work plans and budgets to
deliver high impact results.
·
Represent WWF-K in the Forest
Practice and work with Africa Focal Points and Leadership Team members for
consolidated input into Practice operations.
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Offer leadership in innovation in
forest conservation and management through various approaches including (but
not limited to) development of projects under the REDD+ schemes under UNFCCC,
sustainable forest financing and working with the Sustainable Investments Hub
on influencing developments for sustainability.
Profile
Required Qualifications and
Experience
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At least a Masters’ Degree in
Forestry Management; Wildlife Management; Biodiversity Conservation and
Ecosystem Management; Environment and Natural Resource Management; and related
fields. A Ph.D in any of the above fields would be an added advantage.
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At least 15 years professional
experience in Environmental and Natural Resources management, preferably in
Sustainable Forest Management and Biodiversity Conservation related work in
Kenya.
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Past experience in engagement with
Civil Society Organizations and Networks, Private Sector, and Government
Agencies on advocacy work on improved natural resources management.
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Past experience in development and
implementation of Strategic Plans and demonstrated success in resource
mobilization.
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Demonstrated understanding of
relevant MEAs related to forestry management, experience in the development of
carbon financed forestry projects under the REDD+ schemes, including
sustainable forest financing.
Required Skills and Competences
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Strategic and visionary as well as
capable of achieving outstanding results while working with others.
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Experienced with demonstratable
technical knowledge and skills in delivering excellent results on sustainable
forest management and biodiversity conservation.
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Highly developed conceptual,
analytical and innovative problem-solving ability and excellent oral and
written communication.
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Experience in organization
development, civil society engagement, communication, lobbying and advocacy.
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Proven interpersonal skills and
ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a
multi-cultural, multi-interest, multiethnic
environment.
environment.
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Must be detail-oriented and have the
ability to multi-task under limited supervision.
Working Relationships
Internal: Interacts and closely works with all Programme and
operations teams. Interacts on a regular basis with the Conservation Director,
WWF Network staff through the Regional Forest Programme and the Forest
Practice.
External: Interacts with all relevant stakeholders including partner
CSOs, County Governments, National Government Departments/Ministries, and
Private Sector at all levels.
We are recruiting for the role
of Business Development & Partnerships
Manager (PSP & Foundations / Trusts) within the Business Development and Communications Division of
WWF Kenya.
Reports to: Director, Business Development & Communications
Supervises: None
Job Grade: B1
Location: WWF Kenya’s Office in Nairobi, Kenya
Background: WWF started implementing projects in Kenya in 1962 and
established presence in Kenya in 1986 as part of WWF East Africa Regional
Programme Office (WWF EARPO).
In September 2016 WWF-Kenya was
registered as a local NGO under the Non-Governmental Organizations Coordination
Act. As part of its growth strategy, WWF-Kenya has projected to increase and
diversify its funding base and at the same time maintain and grow the Public
Sector Partnerships (PSP) and foundation sources
for greater conservation impact.
for greater conservation impact.
This position working with other team
members of the Business Development and Communications unit (BD&C) is
critical in supporting WWF-Kenya’s growth and sustainability plan.
Major
function: Implement WWF-Kenya resource
mobilisation strategy to grow income from Public Sector Partnerships and
Institutional donors in Public Sector and Foundations to maximise sources of
income from within Kenya, through WWF network offices and other external
donors.
This mandate would include but not
limited to large funding opportunities particularly as driven by orientation to
dynamic donor interests but aligned to the WWF-Kenya Strategic Plan.
Roles and
responsibilities:
·
Review existing resource mobilization
strategy and develop viable best practice implementation strategies to grow
income for WWF-Kenya based on research and knowledge of the most appropriate
sources of income
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Build public sector partnerships with
bilateral and multilateral agency offices and other agencies in Kenya while
working with the relevant WWF offices who manage the parent relationships
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Manage ongoing fundraising efforts
among donors using company’s established relationships with In-country
Government Aid Agencies, Embassies and International Public Sector Partners
through WWF National Offices
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Develop and implement a strategy to
grow income from foundations based in Kenya and work closely with relevant WWF
offices for evaluation and strategic positioning of WWF-Kenya to access funding
from global foundations
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Work with specific Programme teams to
prepare high quality proposals for prospective donors in the specific FR
Streams
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Set fundraising targets in
conjunction with the WWF-Kenya Business Development and Communications
Director, monitor and manage performance on a quarterly and annual basis and
report as required
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Develop fundraising projections and
manage pipeline funding with clear follow through for potential sources
·
Establish, monitor and regularly
evaluate PSP and Foundations FR performance against the annual plans
·
Manage and adhere to WWF brand
position, mission and standards at all contact points with PSPs and Foundations
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Prepare and monitor Fundraising
Budgets for optimal utilization and ROI
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Develop and maintain a PSP and
Foundations database for existing, targeted and potential partners, and keep
data accurate and updated at all times
·
Set functional and own performance
targets, monitor and undertake periodic performance appraisal
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Perform any other duties as assigned
by the Business Development and Communications Director
Required
Qualifications:
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A Masters degree in Social Sciences,
International Development, Marketing, Economics, Communication or Business
Administration or related field.
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At least Eight years’ proven
experience of successful networking and fundraising in at least one of the
areas of: public sector partnerships, major donors and trusts/foundations.
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Experience in creating and
implementing a fundraising strategy for new markets
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Proven track record of generating
significant funding levels, preferably in the context of an international
organization
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Experience and expertise in
developing relationships with institutional donors, high net worth individuals
and/or corporations
Required
Skills and Competencies:
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Fund raising and resource
mobilization skills, good at negotiation.
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High ethical standards of behaviour,
good judgment, respect for others, confidentiality and attention to detail.
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Excellent Organizational, planning,
writing and oral presentation skills
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Excellent ICT skills, demonstrable
numerical and budgetary skills, including preparing fundraising budgets and proficient
use of excel and spreadsheets
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Strong interpersonal and
communicating skills in a multicultural environment.
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Attention to detail with strong
analytical skills
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Energetic, proactive and capable of
working independently as well as being an active member of the team.
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Flexible and creative with an
aptitude for solving problems; positive attitude
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Adheres to WWF-Kenya values, which
are: Credible, Responsive, Inspiring, Determined, Innovative and Collaborative
Working
Relationships:
Internal: Interacts regularly with the Chief Executive Officer and
other Senior Management Staff, Business Development & Communications team,
Programme
teams, WWF ROA, WWF International and WWF network and donor offices; works closely with international support staff in fundraising, in particular Global
Development Centre, Corporate Partnerships team, Fundraising Group, WWF International Development team
teams, WWF ROA, WWF International and WWF network and donor offices; works closely with international support staff in fundraising, in particular Global
Development Centre, Corporate Partnerships team, Fundraising Group, WWF International Development team
External: Interacts with all types of partners and donors locally,
regionally and internationally. Fundraising consultants and other suppliers as
required.
This job description covers the main
tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated
proactively for the role. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to
organizational needs.
How to Apply?
Apply with your CV and cover letter
as one file with the Job Title of Position Applied for on the subject line to
the HR & Administration Manager,
WWF-Kenya
e-Mail: hresource@wwfkenya.org
to be received not later than 28th
May 2018.
We will not accept applications
without a CV and cover letter.
Work permit restrictions may apply.
Kindly note that only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted.
WWF Kenya is an equal opportunity
employer and is committed to having a diverse workforce.
