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Position title:   Marine Project Assistant

Reports to:    Forest Officer

Department:    Conservation

Supervises:    Interns

Career Level:    Entry level

Location: Ukunda, Kwale

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Assistant will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of a collaborative mangrove conservation and restoration project between Government agencies, IUCN, Wetlands International and other partner organizations. The project aims to deliver impactful outcomes in biodiversity and coastal resilience, with a specific focus on strengthening legal frameworks, promoting locally managed conserved and protected areas, and implementing mangrove restoration and conservation activities in Kenya.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position shall supervise the role of Interns. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support timely implementation of project activities in line with work plans to achieve WWF–Kenya strategic plan.
  • Assist in providing capacity-building support to local communities, governments, and relevant stakeholders for the successful implementation of mangrove conservation and restoration initiatives.
  • Support partner organization and other stakeholders in coordinating policy dialogues and project activities 
  • Assist in translating national, regional, and international commitments and targets on mangrove conservation into practical action, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
  • Provide overall administrative support to the project team, including organizing meetings, preparing agendas, and documenting minutes.
  • Providing administrative and operational support to the Project including coordinating project-related logistics, workshops, events, and field visits.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting on project activities, milestones, and deliverables.
  • Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Forestry or a related field.
  • At least 2 years of experience in project implementation, preferably in integrated coastal and mangrove conservation and livelihood improvement initiatives, climate change, advocacy or related fields. 
  • Experience in community engagement and supporting grant recipients is an added advantage.
  • Demonstrated communication and reporting skills 

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:  

  • Good interpersonal skills with the ability to network and to develop and maintain strong relationships at all levels.
  • Understanding of mangrove conservation-climate nexus
  • Project management skills
  • Organizational and communication skills. 
  • Basic financial management skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Swahili
  • Computer literate and proficient in MS Office applications

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Working Relationships:

Internal: Interacts with the Head of Conservation programmes, Heads of departments and all WWF Kenya staff.

External: Interacts with WWF Network, National and County government ministries and departments, regulatory bodies, Civil Society Organizations, other conservation agencies.

 

This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively for the Project Assistant Marine role. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.

 

HOW TO APPLY?

Please Click Here to apply for the role.

Applications will close on Monday-16th October 2023. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.

WWF-Kenya is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to having a diverse workforce.

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