Business Development and Enterprise Expert Jobs at WWF Kenya in the Mara Landscape, Narok
Business Development and Enterprise Expert Jobs at WWF Kenya in the Mara Landscape, Narok
WWF-Kenya believes in a future where people live in harmony with nature, so we’re committed to safeguarding the natural world.
As one of the leading conservation organisations in Kenya we work on tackling key threats to biodiversity.
We also focus on influencing the decisions – often involving governments, businesses and partners – which have a significant impact on the natural world, using our expertise and experience.
To do this, we need to create an organisation that is results-driven and adaptable, which inspires positive solutions to our Country’s environmental problems.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Development of a comprehensive business and enterprise strategy for Siana and Oloisukut conservancies, including detailed plans to ensure financial sustainability of these areas.
Lead on the development, piloting and implementation of new enterprises aimed at diversifying income towards the financial sustainability of the conservancies, greater livelihood security for communities and individual households.
Lead on the identification of bankable nature-compatible projects and link conservancies to potential investors.
Work with external consultants to incorporate advice on specialist areas (including the development of contracts, support communities to negotiate better business deals with tourism and other investors etc.).
Lead on market analyses, including the development of links to market for key products and associated marketing strategies.
Identify key opportunities to assist community members (particularly women and youth) to start and scale up their business.
Support communities to gain access to information, resources, other relevant stakeholders and opportunities that are likely to empower them to develop businesses to improve their livelihoods.
Lead on the monitoring and evaluation of data and reporting for the project, to track performance and adapt as required.
On behalf of WWF, establish good working relationships with local communities and their leaders, and endeavor to uphold the reputation of WWF.
Liaise closely with other Programmes of WWF-Kenya and the WWF Network including the Nature Pays Hub, to share knowledge and identify opportunities to support the conservancies’ business development.
Document and share learning to support the wider development of community conservancies in Kenya.
Report to key stakeholders including donors – including the preparation of progress reports. Ensure implementation of activities is in line
with respective donor grants, expectations and planned outcomes.
In collaboration with WWF Communications Unit, contribute to periodic publications and features on community engagement.
Qualifications
An undergraduate university degree in the field of business/enterprise (other undergraduate degrees will be considered where the candidate can demonstrate relevant experience).
A relevant master’s degree is an added advantage.
Experience
A minimum of 8 years’ active engagement and experience in developing business and enterprise solutions.
Key Skills /Competencies
Experienced in business development, project management and financial planning
Experience in developing business and enterprise strategies
Ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural and diverse setting
Ability to build good relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders in a respectful, participatory manner. Experience of engaging with ‘hard to reach’ members of society is desirable.
Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with a wide range of collaborators/audiences, including proven ability to write a project and donor reports.
Commitment to WWF and its mission.
Working Relationships
Internal: Interacts frequently with theme leaders, Coordinators/ Managers, Projects Officers, Consultants, researchers, and all WWF-Kenya staff External: Interacts frequently with a range of WWF partner office staff, government departments and other agencies, conservation officials in the country, development agencies, NGOs, INGOs, investors, financial institutions, impact investment funds and donors.
How to Apply
For more details please apply with your CV and cover letter as one file with the Job Title of Position Applied for on the subject line to the HR &Administration Manager, WWF-Kenya: hresource@wwfkenya.org to be received no later than 25th October 2019.
We will not accept applications without a CV and cover letter.
Work permit restrictions may apply
Kindly note that only short listed candidates will be contacted.
WWF Kenya is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to having a diverse workforce.
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