Nature Kenya
- the East Africa Natural History Society - is Africa’s oldest scientific
Society, established in 1909 to promote the study and conservation of nature in
East Africa.
To achieve its
mission “connecting nature and people” Nature Kenya delivers a programme to
save species, conserve habitats, promote ecological sustainability and empower
people.
1. Species and Sites Manager: to develop and implement an effective programme of conservation action for priority species, sites and habitats.
Key
qualifications include: At least a Master’s degree in Wildlife Management
or related field; demonstrable excellent proposal writing skills; track record
in project management, monitoring, evaluation and donor reporting; experience
in species and site action planning, statistical analysis and strategic
planning
2.
Administration Officer: to provide services to staff including IT, internet
maintenance, procurement services, office management, staff and equipment
insurance and banking among others.
Key
qualifications include: 3 years experience in IT, internet, procurement,
insurance and other admin functions.
3. Programmes Assistant: to answer institutional correspondence, organise meetings and provide technical support to conservation programmes, among others.
Key
qualification include: University degree in natural resource management
field, excellent spoken and writing skills, ability to multi-task and relate to
a wide range of professionals and staff.
4. Conservation Officer - Local Empowerment: to build local community capacity in leadership, governance and management.
Key
qualifications include: University degree in relevant field, 2 years
experience in conservation and development initiatives, knowledge in
socio-economic data collection tools and their application, and dedication,
commitment and ability to meet deadlines.
5. Conservation
Officer - Advocacy: to contribute to policy and legislation
implementation and safeguards for ecological sustainability.
Key
qualifications include: university degree in natural resource management
field, excellent spoken and written communication and presentation skills and 2
years experience in policy analysis or implementation or advocacy engagement in
nature conservation.
Please submit your CV and cover letter for the relevant position to the Executive Director using e-mail: office@naturekenya.org no later than 30th January 2015.
Learn more about these jobs and Nature Kenya onwww.naturekenya.org
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