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Conservation Director Mongolia

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WWF-Mongolia announces the position of Conservation Director
 

Location:


WWF  Office in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
 

Main responsibilities:

  • Directs, manages and takes responsibility for conservation activities of WWF in Mongolia, within policies, procedures and standards set by the WWF International Board
  • Leads the development and implementation of fundraising strategies and plans for WWF Mongolia
  • Seeks financial support for the conservation programme by establishing good contacts  with relevant bi- and multilateral agencies as well as other institutions and foundations and ensures the exploitation of the funding potential by submitting well written proposals
  • Responsible for supervision of all Conservation Staff ensuring the for the accomplishing of their duties and responsibilities
  • Ensures effective implementation of the Conservation programme in accordance with WWF policies, procedures and standards
  • Ensures effective communication and collaboration with national governments, international agencies and other non-governmental organisations to build strength and support for implementation of the Conservation Programme
Assists the Director of WWF Mongolia Programme Office (WWF Mongolia) in  providing vision and leadership to  the WWF Conservation Programme in Mongolia and in representing WWF with key audiences to build strength and support for the Conservation Programme

What you need:

Required Qualifications

  • A higher degree (PhD or Masters) in conservation, natural resources management, natural sciences or related field. Relevant work experience in conservation may be substituted for higher academic qualification;
  • Technical proficiency in the field of nature conservation and natural resource management, with at least 8 years professional experience, with demonstrated success in leading managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • 5-7 years in a leadership and/or management position, and experiences in programme and project planning and implementation

Required Skills and Competencies

  • Excellent oral and written communications skills in English
  • Good communication and negotiation skills,
  • Excellent inter-personal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels, within WWF Mongolia and, as required, with external stakeholders;
  • Ability to work in a team and motivate staff and stakeholders
  • Ability to liaise effectively with local communities and governments at different levels
  • Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.

All interested candidates should submit:

  •  CV and cover letter
  • Copy of diplomas, certificate and testimonials of degrees obtained
  • 2 or more reference letters from previous employers
  • Copy of  Identification Card
  • Email to undraa@wwf.mn
Contact information: Inter Office 4th floor, 8th khoroo, Sukhbaatar district, Amar Street-4 Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia       Tel:     (976) 311659, (976) 319985
Web: www.mongolia.panda.org
 
Only those who meet the requirements will be contacted. Please be aware that if you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, your application was not successful.

Deadline for applications: October 14, 2015.
 
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.

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