Head/Director – National Conservation Programme
Core
Strategize and lead WWF India's National Conservation Programme, focusing on raptor conservation, small-grant management, and coordinating state branch offices.
Role type
Senior Director, Conservation Programme
Builds
Raptor conservation interventions, small-grant supported grassroots projects, and state-level biodiversity conservation initiatives
Domain
Wildlife conservation, Ornithology, Environmental Policy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic program leadership, Raptor/Avian ecology expertise, Grant management, Stakeholder engagement (government/NGOs), Team management, Policy advocacy, Data analysis, Financial reporting
Preferred skills
Experience in raptor or avian ecology
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Provide strategic vision and leadership for the raptor conservation programme; Manage and build the raptor conservation team; Coordinate with stakeholders including government and civil society partners; Lead the preparation of technical and financial reports; Oversee grant disbursement and compliance for the Conservation Catalyst Programme; Provide strategic oversight to State and Branch offices; Collaborate with central and state governments to support conservation policies
Seniority
Director, Senior Leadership