Program Manager and Site Director in Lomami Landscape Program (gn)
Core
Lead the implementation of conservation management priorities for Lomami National Park and its Buffer Zone, strengthening protected area management systems and working with local communities and government authorities.
Role type
Senior Program Manager and Site Director
Builds
Protected area management systems, landscape conservation strategies, and sustainable livelihoods in the Lomami Landscape
Domain
Conservation / Natural Resource Management / Wildlife Protection
Required skills
Protected area management, budgeting and financial management, donor relations, team leadership, strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, social safeguarding
Preferred skills
Biomonitoring, FPIC processes, multi-country Francophone Africa experience
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead implementation of conservation management priorities; strengthen core protected area management systems; support implementation of the Lomami Buffer Zone Strategy; ensure alignment with national conservation policies; maintain relationships with ICCN, authorities, donors, and partners; manage program operations including planning, budgeting, and reporting; lead and develop the program team; ensure social safeguarding and operational effectiveness; identify funding opportunities and maintain donor relationships
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership