We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team in this critical role. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional expertise in [specific industry or field], with a proven track record of [key responsibility or achievement]. Responsibilities include [list 1-2 core duties], along with [additional duty], ensuring seamless operations and alignment with organizational goals. The successful applicant must possess [required qualification or skill], strong analytical abilities, and the capacity to [specific competency]. Additionally, familiarity with [tool, software, or methodology] is preferred, along with [another preferred skill or experience]. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a dynamic and innovative environment.
The Northern Rangeland Trust (NRT) is looking for a seasoned and visionary leader to fill the role of Carbon Program Director, responsible for providing strategic guidance and comprehensive oversight for the Northern Kenya Rangeland Carbon Project (NKRCP). This significant, community-driven soil carbon initiative spans 22 conservancies across northern Kenya, requiring expert leadership to ensure its success.
The initiative advances rangeland restoration, biodiversity conservation, sustainable grazing management, climate resilience, and long-term community livelihoods by leveraging carbon finance and landscape stewardship strategies.
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 project objectives.
This position will be responsible for managing project execution, ensuring adherence to carbon standards and national regulations, and coordinating governance efforts. Additionally, the role will facilitate community engagement initiatives, oversee benefit-sharing frameworks, maintain stakeholder relationships, and deliver conservation and livelihood outcomes across participating conservancies.
The ideal candidate will collaborate extensively with NRT senior leadership, community governance bodies, governmental entities, technical collaborators, and various stakeholders to uphold the project’s technical integrity, social acceptance, financial accountability, and alignment with enduring rangeland conservation and community development objectives.
Oversee and execute essential duties that include conducting comprehensive analyses to identify trends and insights, developing strategic solutions to address operational challenges, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement initiatives that enhance efficiency, foster innovation, and drive sustainable growth. Monitor performance metrics to evaluate outcomes, provide actionable recommendations, and maintain compliance with industry standards and internal policies. Additionally, lead project planning, allocate resources effectively, and communicate progress to stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability.
The position will entail overseeing and executing a range of key responsibilities, including ensuring alignment with organizational goals and maintaining high standards of operational excellence. Duties will encompass strategic planning, team leadership, and the meticulous management of projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate must possess a proven track record in [specific field/industry], along with exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in [relevant tools/software] and a minimum of [X years] of relevant experience are mandatory. Additionally, the role demands adaptability to evolving priorities, a strong commitment to collaboration, and the ability to deliver measurable results in a fast-paced environment.
Offering visionary strategic leadership and meticulous oversight to ensure seamless project execution across collaborating conservancies.
Duties include ensuring adherence to carbon standards, implementing Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) systems, applying safeguards, completing verification processes, and complying with Kenya’s carbon market regulations.
Supporting governance frameworks, implementing Free, Prior, and Informed Consent (EPIC) procedures, facilitating benefit-sharing mechanisms, and fostering institutional transition strategies
Engage proactively with key stakeholders, including community leaders, government representatives, donor organizations, technical collaborators, and conservation advocates, to foster collaborative relationships and alignment on shared objectives.
Responsibilities include directing financial operations, implementing risk mitigation strategies, administering grievance resolution frameworks, and ensuring rigorous project oversight and accountability measures.
Facilitating synergy between carbon finance initiatives, rangeland restoration efforts, biodiversity conservation objectives, and the socioeconomic priorities of local communities is a core responsibility.
Seeking a highly skilled professional with extensive qualifications and relevant experience. Candidates must possess a minimum of five years of progressive experience in a related field, along with a bachelor’s degree in a pertinent discipline from an accredited institution. Strong analytical abilities, exceptional problem-solving skills, and proficiency in industry-specific software are essential requirements for this role. Additionally, the ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership potential, effective communication capabilities, and a commitment to continuous professional development. Prior experience in a supervisory or mentorship capacity is highly desirable.
Candidates must meet the following qualifications:
Holders of an advanced degree—such as a master’s or doctoral qualification—in environmental management, climate change, natural resource management, governance, law, economics, business administration, sustainable development, social sciences, or any closely aligned discipline are encouraged to apply.
We seek a seasoned senior leader with a decade or more of hands-on, progressively responsible 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 agencies, technical collaborators, and private sector participants is required.
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.
Professional experience collaborating with community institutions, conservancy governance frameworks, customary leadership bodies, and county or national government authorities in northern Kenya is required.
Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of key competencies pertinent to the role, including analytical thinking, problem-solving capabilities, effective communication, and leadership skills. Proficient in utilizing data-driven insights to inform decision-making processes and drive operational excellence. Exhibits adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments, while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration and stakeholder engagement. Possesses a results-oriented mindset, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development to meet evolving industry demands.
The successful applicant must exhibit strong evidence of the following qualities:
Exceptional abilities in strategic leadership and stakeholder management are required.
Proficiency in carbon markets, rangeland governance practices, and community-led conservation initiatives is essential.
Exceptional proficiency in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving is required, along with the capacity to analyze complex situations and devise effective solutions.
Financial oversight and risk management expertise are essential for this role.
Proven capability to thrive in intricate, highly scrutinized operational settings with strong adaptability and resilience.
Interested and eligible applicants must submit their application package, comprising a cover letter, an extensive Curriculum Vitae showcasing pertinent experience, academic and professional credentials, a copy of their national ID, testimonials, a daytime phone number, email address, and the names of three professional referees. All materials should be sent by 5:00 PM on Monday, June 8, 2026, to recruit@nrt-kenya.org.
Qualifications
MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
10 years
