Key duties and responsibilities
Development of a comprehensive business and enterprise strategy for Siana and Oloisukut conservancies, including detailed plans to ensure financial sustainability of these areas and scale this up progressively to other conservancies that WWF-Kenya works with nationally.
Lead on the development, piloting and implementation of new enterprises aimed at diversifying income towards the financial sustainability of the conservancies, greater livelihood security for communities and individual households.
Lead on the identification of bankable nature-compatible projects and link conservancies to potential investors.
Work with external consultants to incorporate advice on specialist areas (including the development of contracts, support communities to negotiate better business deals with tourism and other investors etc.).
Lead on market analyses, including the development of links to market for key products and associated marketing strategies.
Identify key opportunities to assist community members (particularly women and youth) to start and scale up their business.
Support communities to gain access to information, resources, other relevant stakeholders and opportunities that are likely to empower them to develop businesses to improve their livelihoods.
Lead on the monitoring and evaluation of data and reporting for project, to track performance and adapt as required.
On behalf of WWF, establish good working relationships with local communities and their leaders, and endeavor to uphold the reputation of WWF.
Liaise closely with other Programmes of WWF-Kenya and the WWF Network including the Nature Pays Hub, to share knowledge and identify opportunities to support the conservancies’ business development.
Document and share learnings to support the wider development of community conservancies in Kenya.
Report to key stakeholders including donors – including the preparation of progress reports. Ensure implementation of activities is in line with respective donor grants, expectations and planned outcomes.
In collaboration with WWF Communications Unit, contribute to periodic publications and features on community engagement.
Qualifications
An undergraduate university degree in the field of business / enterprise (other undergraduate degrees will be considered where the candidate can demonstrate relevant experience).
A relevant master’s degree is an added advantage.
Experience
A minimum of 8 years’ active engagement and experience of developing business and enterprise solutions.
Key Skills /Competencies
Experienced in business development, project management and financial planning
Experience of developing business and enterprise strategies
Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural and diverse setting
Ability to build good relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders in a respectful, participatory manner. Experience of engaging with ‘hard to reach’ members of society is desirable.
Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with a wide range of collaborators/audiences, including proven ability to write project and donor reports.
Commitment to WWF and its mission.
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Use the link(s) below to apply on company website. Applications will close on 23rd March 2022. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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