Career Opportunities at Northern Rangelands Trust

Purpose of the position:

Reporting to the Conservancy Manager and the Sanctuary Manager with a close working relationship with the NRT team, the Research assistant will be responsible for all ecological monitoring in Sera Wildlife Conservancy with specially focus on the ring-fenced rhino sanctuary.

This position will work closely with the Sera Conservancy Manager and Senior Research and Monitoring Coordinator (NRT HQ).

Key responsibilities.

• Supporting rhino monitoring team by ensuring all rhinos are positively identified by updating Master ID file, data entry and maintenance of KIFARU database, and producing monthly rhino monitoring reports.
• Monitoring Grevy’s Zebra and reticulated giraffe population status and profiling individual animal through stripe patterns with effective use of HotSpotter.
• Supporting the Conservancy warden by assisting in data entry and maintenance of Wildlife Conservancy Management Monitoring System (WCoMMS) and producing regular reports with spatial analysis to Sera management.
• Seasonal monitoring of habitat to quantify available biomass and rangeland health. Supporting the rangelands team in ground truthing – NDVI done by remote sensing.
• Participating in biodiversity assessment for various taxa under carbon trade program.
• Taking charge of habitat restoration/ rehabilitation and monitor successes/ challenges of various prescribed restoration/ rehabilitation projects.
• Participating in seasonal aerial and ground census for large mammals.
• Monitoring and tracking trends on wildlife mortality.
• Monitoring and tracking movement of wildlife in and out of the sanctuary with specific focus on large predators especially lions and wild dogs.
• Monitoring impact of elephants on rhino habitat especially plant damages at watering holes.
• Monitoring and reporting on daily weather forecasts from the various weather stations.
• Monitoring and reporting status of translocated wildlife (post-translocation monitoring) including tracking using radio telemetry.
• Participating in periodic ecological assessments conducted by NRT and partners.
• Developing and delivering conservation education on Sera Rhino Sanctuary.
• Working with visiting scientist to Sera on various research projects.
• Maintenance of all ecological monitoring equipment and ensuring all equipment are functional or replaced when needed.
• Performing any other duties which may be assigned to you by your immediate supervisor.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• A minimum of a Diploma in Conservation, Natural Resource Management or Community Development.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and solve problems effectively.
• A strong drive for results with demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of team.
• In depth knowledge and demonstrated commitment to natural resource management & community development.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in remote areas and in cross-cultural situations.
• Computer literacy in micro soft office, word, excel, power point and Emails .

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Purpose of the position:

The SNR. PARTNERSHIPS and GRANTS MANAGER is responsible for building and maintaining a portfolio of qualified bilateral, multi-lateral donors and private/corporate donors, running the stewardship (reporting and relationship management) for existing awards and identifying and crafting proposals for new opportunities. The individual understands and applies the principles of developing donor strategies following relationship management protocols and will be responsible for direct asks for NRT annual budget needs inclusive of NRT Programs and Conservancy funding needs.

SNR. PARTNERSHIPS and GRANTS Officer Responsibilities:

• Initiate, manage (including timetabling per donor requirement) reporting; narrative, financial and impact. This includes project management and burn rates analysis
• Manage a portfolio of bilateral, multi-lateral donors and private/corporate donors
• Act independently and in supervisor’s stead as needed, exercise independent judgement to identify and solve problems.
• Demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information.
• Ensure compliance with NRT policies and procedures and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements.
• Financial responsibility includes working within a budget and meeting fundraising objectives.
• Manage assigned projects, coordinating the work of peers and setting deadlines.
• May manage or participate in complex or sensitive negotiations.
• Persuasively convey the mission of NRT to diverse groups who are important to the organization’s overall prosperity.
• Travel frequently and on short notice, work long and flexible hours as needed
• Coordinate reporting and providing information needed by partners/donors/stakeholders; ensuring financial, MERL and Program reports align
• Any other duties that may be assigned by the Director of grants and Partnerships from time to time.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in managing large grants; USG, FCDO, EU, DANIDA etc (Bilateral and Multilateral agencies).
• Experience in narrative writing; reporting and grant writing.
• Experience in building and maintaining long-term relationships with fundraising constituents.
• Experience in managing and tracking multiple prospects of donors.
• Experience in working with cross functional teams.
• Experience, coursework, or other training in fundraising principle and practices.

Desired qualifications:

• Ability to determine an individual’s interests, capacity, and potential for helping the Conservancy and NRT meet its goals, and act appropriately to tie those interests with the Conservancy’s and NRT’s work.
• Ability to educate and inform prospective and existing donors about the need of Northern Rangelands Trust.
• Ability to implement and manage fundraising plan, including customized cultivation, solicitation, and recognition plans.
• Knowledge of current trend in charitable giving.
• Demonstrated experience using listening, diplomacy, and tact to build strong relationship and motivate donors and volunteers.
• Proven ability to high profile or sensitive agreements.
• Knowledge of Monitoring Evaluation and Reporting

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Purpose of the position:

Reporting to the Conservancy Board and with a close working relationship with the NRT team, County government and other development partners the Conservancy Manager will be responsible for both strategic and operational support to the conservancy community. The Manager will be responsible for managing the conservancy and developing it to a self-sustaining model that integrates wildlife conservation, environmental conservation, community enterprises and contributes to improvement of the community livelihoods.

Key Tasks

• Overseeing all conservancy activities such as wildlife conservation, livestock programs, and other community development programs.
• Managing community relations, to ensure long-term self-sustainability, strong conservation and benefits to communities
• Developing appropriate attitudes to working with all staff and stakeholders and building community ownership
• Managing, training and mentoring conservancy staff and appraising their performance to ensure motivation and high productivity
• Oversee management of all conservancy budgets, expenses and revenue, ensure clear record keeping, accurate budgeting and compliance with NRT and donor financial procedures.
• Planning and implementing efficient operating procedures for the Conservancy
• Ensuring effective and efficient utilization of financial and other resources of the organization
• Preparing project proposals and reports to donor individuals and organizations for funding
• Manage all conservancy logistics to ensure compliance with conservancy regulations and efficiencies
• Maintain conservancy assets at serviceable level
• Undertake capacity building of the various conservancy committees
• Supporting infrastructure development and ensuring community ownership
• Enhancing conservancy visibility
• Peace building initiatives
• Liaison with the conservancy partners
• Ensure transparent benefit sharing amongst the community
• Ensure public participation in all conservancy development projects
• Support and strengthen the community traditional grazing practices in order to build resilience.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Rangelands Management or Community Development.
• A minimum of four (4) years’ relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and solve problems effectively
• A strong drive for results with demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of team; to work with a diversity of stakeholders and communities; and to effectively coordinate, lead and motivate a multidisciplinary staff.
• In-depth knowledge and demonstrated commitment to wildlife conservation and natural resource management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in remote areas, in cross-cultural situations, with diverse economic and professional background.
• Excellent verbal and written communications (English and Kiswahili)
• Computer literacy especially in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power point and E-mail.
• A firm understanding of pastoralist customary livestock practices and community engagement processes.

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Purpose of the position:

Reporting to the Conservancy Board and with a close working relationship with the NRT team, County government and other development partners the Conservancy Manager will be responsible for both strategic and operational support to the conservancy community. The Manager will be responsible for managing the conservancy and developing it to a self-sustaining model that integrates wildlife conservation, environmental conservation, community enterprises and contributes to improvement of the community livelihoods.

Key Tasks

• Overseeing all conservancy activities such as wildlife conservation, livestock programs, and other community development programs.
• Managing community relations, to ensure long-term self-sustainability, strong conservation and benefits to communities
• Developing appropriate attitudes to working with all staff and stakeholders and building community ownership
• Managing, training and mentoring conservancy staff and appraising their performance to ensure motivation and high productivity
• Oversee management of all conservancy budgets, expenses and revenue, ensure clear record keeping, accurate budgeting and compliance with NRT and donor financial procedures.
• Planning and implementing efficient operating procedures for the Conservancy
• Ensuring effective and efficient utilization of financial and other resources of the organization
• Preparing project proposals and reports to donor individuals and organizations for funding
• Manage all conservancy logistics to ensure compliance with conservancy regulations and efficiencies
• Maintain conservancy assets at serviceable level
• Undertake capacity building of the various conservancy committees
• Supporting infrastructure development and ensuring community ownership
• Enhancing conservancy visibility
• Peace building initiatives
• Liaison with the conservancy partners
• Ensure transparent benefit sharing amongst the community
• Ensure public participation in all conservancy development projects
• Support and strengthen the community traditional grazing practices in order to build resilience.

Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Rangelands Management or Community Development.
• A minimum of four (4) years’ relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and solve problems effectively
• A strong drive for results with demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of team; to work with a diversity of stakeholders and communities; and to effectively coordinate, lead and motivate a multidisciplinary staff.
• In-depth knowledge and demonstrated commitment to wildlife conservation and natural resource management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in remote areas, in cross-cultural situations, with diverse economic and professional background.
• Excellent verbal and written communications (English and Kiswahili)
• Computer literacy especially in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power point and E-mail.
• A firm understanding of pastoralist customary livestock practices and community engagement processes.