Project Manager - Nature Based Solutions

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) Zimbabwe is an independent conservation organization that has been working in Zimbabwe since 1985. It is part of WWF International, an international organization operating in about 100 countries.

WWF Zimbabwe has vast experience in the sustainable use of natural resources and was the first country in Africa to develop an alternative approach to the management of wildlife outside protected areas using community-based natural resources management approaches.

WWF Zimbabwe is looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, and highly qualified Project Manager - Nature Based Solutions to ensure that WWF Zimbabwe integrates Nature Based Solutions into conservation area management interventions in collaboration with program beneficiaries, including conservation partners, local communities, national authorities, and traditionally marginalized groups.

The goal of this initiative is to improve the resilience of ecosystems and people of all genders to current and future climate change.

Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Provide general technical, programmatic, administrative and communications oversight.

  • Ensure effective and efficient management, coordination and implementation of the Climate Adaptation and Protected Areas (CAPA) Initiative.

  • Lead the development and compilation of project implementation plans (PIPs), Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) strategy, project milestones, budgets and reports.

  • Track progress and support the in-country implementation of activities.

  • Coordinate with local partners and stakeholders including sub-grantees and local communities.

  • Lead timely preparation of quality narrative and financial reports for submission to the funder in collaboration with relevant staff from WWF Zimbabwe and other WWF offices.

  • Provide updates internally and externally about project progress, potential barriers, and proposed solutions through regular in-person/virtual meetings.

  • Participate in the planning and organization of in-country meetings, workshops, programs and other initiatives hosted or facilitated by the Initiative.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Sciences (e.g., geography, forestry, ecology, human-ecology, sociology, economics). A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

  • Relevant knowledge and experience in planning, designing, management and/or implementation of Nature Based Solutions (NbS) for climate resilience, water quality and other ecosystem services.

  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience with at least 3 years at project management level in natural resources management programs with preferred focus on nature-based solutions, protected areas management, climate change adaptation/ mitigation, and/ or conservation.

  • Experience developing and managing work-plans, budgets and reporting for large bi-lateral and or multi-lateral donors.


Skills and Competencies:

  • A team player with strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

  • Highly motivated self-starter, with exemplary organizational and stakeholder engagement skills, and a genuine interest in working for a sustainable future.

  • Able to work under minimal supervision with high level of resilience and strong oral and written communication skills in English.

  • Aligns with the core values of WWF: Courage, Integrity, Respect & Collaboration.


If you are a highly qualified, motivated, and passionate individual with a desire to work for a sustainable future and contribute to the creation of a Zimbabwe with well-managed networks of wild areas that co-exist with a society thriving on a sustainable natural resource-based economy, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Apply for the Job here: https://www.workinzimbabwe.com/jobs/project-manager-nature-based-solutions/

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