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The Northern Rangeland Trust (NRT) is looking to appoint a seasoned and visionary leader to fill the role of Carbon Program Director, entrusted with providing strategic direction and comprehensive oversight for the Northern Kenya Rangeland Carbon Project (NKRCP)—a major, community-driven soil carbon initiative spanning 22 community conservancies across northern Kenya.
The initiative fosters rangeland rehabilitation, safeguards biodiversity, promotes sustainable grazing practices, enhances climate resilience, and strengthens community livelihoods over the long term by leveraging carbon finance and landscape stewardship.
The Carbon Program Director will spearhead strategic, technical, operational, and stakeholder leadership for the Northern Kenya Rangeland Carbon Project (NKRCP), ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering impactful collaboration across all levels.
The position will manage the execution of projects, coordinate governance structures, ensure adherence to carbon standards and national regulations, facilitate community engagement initiatives, oversee benefit-sharing frameworks, cultivate stakeholder relationships, and achieve conservation and livelihood objectives across the participating conservancies.
The ideal candidate will collaborate extensively with NRT senior leadership, community governance bodies, government entities, technical collaborators, and additional stakeholders to maintain the project’s technical integrity, social acceptance, accountability in financial management, and alignment with long-term rangeland conservation and community development objectives.
Oversee and execute critical responsibilities that include managing project timelines, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to company policies and industry standards. Analyze performance metrics to identify trends, develop actionable insights, and implement continuous process improvements. Collaborate with stakeholders to define clear objectives, allocate resources efficiently, and mitigate potential risks to drive project success. Maintain meticulous documentation, conduct thorough reviews, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.
The position entails overseeing and executing a range of duties, including but not limited to managing projects, coordinating team efforts, and ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures. This role requires a dynamic professional capable of driving operational efficiency, maintaining high standards of performance, and fostering collaboration across departments. Additionally, the individual will be tasked with analyzing data to identify trends, optimizing workflows, and delivering measurable results in alignment with organizational objectives. Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to challenges are essential for success in this capacity.
Offering high-level strategic guidance and comprehensive supervision to ensure effective execution of projects within collaborating conservancies.
Coordinating adherence to carbon standards, Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, safeguards, verification protocols, and Kenya’s carbon market regulatory framework.
Assisting with governance frameworks, Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (EPIC) protocols, benefit-sharing mechanisms, and institutional transition strategies.
Engaging key stakeholders across communities, government bodies, donors, technical collaborators, and conservation entities forms a central focus of this role.
Responsible for directing financial oversight, managing risk, implementing grievance redress systems, and ensuring project accountability mechanisms are effectively maintained.
Facilitating coordination among carbon finance initiatives, rangeland restoration projects, biodiversity conservation efforts, and community livelihood development goals.
Seeking a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, supplemented by at least three years of hands-on experience in a comparable role. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools is essential, along with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal applicant should demonstrate a track record of meeting deadlines and delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Familiarity with project management methodologies and a commitment to continuous learning are highly desirable.
Applicants must meet the following qualifications: a strong background in relevant field experience, proficiency with industry-standard software and tools, and excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate problem-solving skills, adaptability to evolving project demands, and a commitment to continuous professional development. A minimum of [X] years in a similar role is required, along with [specific certifications or education, if applicable]. The ability to work under deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to collaborative environments is essential.
A master’s degree or higher in environmental management, climate change, natural resource management, governance, law, economics, business administration, sustainable development, social sciences, or a closely related discipline is required.
With a minimum of ten years of progressive senior leadership experience in conservation, climate finance, community development, natural resource management, or large-scale program management.
Proven track record in overseeing intricate, multi-stakeholder initiatives that engage communities, governmental bodies, funding organizations, technical collaborators, and private sector entities.
Proficiency in carbon projects, Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV), verification processes, Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (EPIC), safeguards, benefit sharing, or climate finance would be advantageous.
Experience in collaborating with community institutions, conservancy governance frameworks, customary leadership structures, and county or national government entities in northern Kenya is essential.
Demonstrates proficiency in critical skills and capabilities essential for success in the role, including analytical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication. Exhibits adaptability to evolving business needs and technological advancements. Maintains a strong commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and professional conduct. Possesses the ability to collaborate seamlessly across teams while fostering inclusive work environments. Emphasizes continuous learning and development to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.
The successful candidate will exhibit strong proficiency in the following areas:
Accomplished strategic leadership capabilities paired with exceptional stakeholder management expertise are essential.
Proficiency in carbon markets, rangeland governance, and community-based conservation is required.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, including adeptness in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving, are essential for excelling in this role.
Financial oversight responsibilities encompass the comprehensive monitoring and strategic evaluation of fiscal activities, while risk management entails the identification, assessment, and mitigation of potential threats to organizational stability. This role demands a meticulous approach to ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, safeguarding assets, and implementing robust controls to maintain financial integrity and operational resilience.
Demonstrated capability to excel in intricate, high-pressure operational settings requiring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to rigorous standards.
Interested and eligible candidates must submit their application, which should comprise a cover letter, a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae outlining pertinent experience, academic and professional certificates, a copy of their national ID, testimonials, a daytime telephone number, an email address, and the names of three professional referees. All applications must be sent by 5:00 PM on Monday, June 8, 2026, to the following address: Email: recruit@nrt-kenya.org.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
10 years
