WWF-Kenya, is seeking to
recruit a:
Project Technical Assistant
(To be based in Nairobi, with
frequent travels to project areas)
To ensure the implementation
to the highest standards of the programme objectives in line with WWF Kenya
Species Conservation Action Plan and WWF Kenya Strategic Plan.
Major Duties Roles and Responsibilities
- Work with KWS
& Narok County Government rangers to ensure project activities
outlined in the action plans are implemented;
- Support KWS to
ensure species monitoring in Tsavo East Rhino Sanctuary, with emphasis on
rhinos, elephants and lions, is done effectively and efficiently by
assisting in and, where relevant, participating in the learning and
capacity building of the Sanctuary species monitoring team;
- Support Maasai
Mara National Reserve rangers to effectively using the technology
installed for wildlife and law enforcement monitoring and generate regular
reports;
- Assist the
Programme Coordinator in assessing effectiveness of species monitoring
technologies and interventions in use in the project areas;
- Assist the
Programme Coordinator in planning and developing specific research
programs including species databases in line with the Species Conservation
Action Plan;
- Assist in day
to day coordination and follow-up of various project activities; including
drafting of technical progress reports;
- Participates in
knowledge management through conservation research, publication and
dissemination of scientific research including representing WWF Kenya in
national species conservation platforms;
- Facilitate
cross-border initiatives where relevant, in consultation with the
Programme Coordinator;
- Organize
meetings related to Species project implementation and handle the
administrative aspects of visits and/or meetings/workshops as requested by
the Species Programme staff and partners;
- Support the
development of communication materials for WWF Communications Office;
- Assist the
Species Programme staff in follow up of payments, financial reports for
projects;
- Perform any
other duties as may be assigned by the Programme Coordinator
Qualifications
- A minimum of a
university degree in natural resource management, environmental science,
marine science / forest / freshwater / terrestrial ecology or related
field.
Key Skills / Competencies
- Data
collection, analytical skills including use of statistical soft wares and
technical report writing skills
- Organizational
and communication skills
- Negotiation
skills
- Basic project
management skills including financial management and accounting;
- Good
interpersonal skills with the ability to network and to develop and
maintain strong relationships at all levels.
- Demonstrated
ability to conceptualize, plan and implement project activities within the
context of conservation, natural resource management,
- Knowledge in
wildlife tracking technology
- Demonstrated
ability to work independently and effectively under pressure of strict
deadlines.
Experience:
- At least 3
years of experience in conservation, natural resource management,
environmental science, marine science / forest / freshwater / terrestrial
ecology or related field.
Interested candidates who
meet the above requirements should email a cover letter and CV with ‘ Project
Technical Assistant- Species on the subject line to the POD Manager, WWF-Kenya
- hresource@wwfkenya.org not later than 7th October 2016.
Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse
workforce.