The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an international non-governmental organization founded in 1961, working in the field of the wilderness preservation, and the reduction of humanity’s footprint on the environment. It was formerly named the World Wildlife Fund, which remains its official name in Canada and the United States.

JOB SUMMARY:

This role shall be crucial in assisting the implementation of project activities on rangeland, wetland, forests and farm level restoration practices to enhance Landscape Restoration in Loitokitok sub-county. This position contributes towards the implementation of the “Large-scale Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) in Africa: Tree-rich landscapes to foster biodiversity, climate change resilience and better livelihoods” programme in Amboseli, Kenya.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the implementation of the project activities in line with work plans/ action plans.
• Assist in technical support in project planning, reporting, monitoring and evaluation.
• Assist to mobilize and engage partners within a diverse landscape restoration space.
• Assist in implementing participatory landscape restoration with relevant communities.
• Assist in timely reporting and documentation of project activities.
• Ensure prudence management of project resources and assets.

REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Management or related field of studies.
• At least three years of field experience in natural resources management issues,
• Have experience in forest, rangeland, wetland and farm level resource management, forestry extension or farm forestry in Kenya,
• Have a good understanding of landscape initiatives in Kenya, resource assessment at national & local level, addressing socio-economic factors, resource threats impacting the landscape & key farm forestry/forest resources, developing and implementing conservation plans.
• A proven ability to work effectively with local Civil Society Organizations and facilitating links between government and communities.
• Have a good understanding of community development.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

• Proven hands-on experience in landscape restoration
• Project administration and management
• Knowledgeable in contemporary issues on rangeland, wetlands, forests and farm level restoration practices
• Excellent skills in stakeholder engagement including local communities and partnership-building
• Technical report writing
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to network and develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels.
• Financial management skills.
• Good understanding and working relations with diverse partners including national and county governments.
• Good command of computer skills. Knowledge of GIS software will be an added advantage.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Internal: Interacts with All WWF-Kenya staff, particularly those in the Amboseli-Chyulu Sub landscape
• External:  Interacts with WWF-Africa Staff, WWF Network, Government Ministries and Departments, Civil Society Organizations, the private sector, Service Providers, Regulatory bodies and other Conservation Agencies.