Job Description

CARE is a leading humanitarian organization dedicated to fighting poverty and social
injustice with a special emphasis on women and girls. CARE began working in Zimbabwe in 1992 in response to severe regional drought and has since expanded programming to address longer-term development issues. The organization seeks to recruit outstanding candidates who are known for their excellence, professionalism, integrity and who are committed to providing support to the country office. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the position posted below:

Position: Project Manager
Base station: Matabeleland North
Project: ROAD2RESILIENCE

ABOUT THE PROJECT
The Road2Resilience project is a resilience project aimed at addressing human-wildlife
conflict in Zimbabwe and Zambia. The project focuses on promoting coexistence between local
communities and wildlife populations, while enhancing community resilience and sustainable
development.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Project Manager - ROAD2RESILIENCE is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing
the implementation of a consortium project aimed at addressing human and wildlife conflict in Zimbabwe and Zambia. The project manager will coordinate with consortium partners, government agencies, and local communities to develop and implement strategies for
conflict resolution, conservation, and sustainable development.

Duties and Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Local Coordination and Consortium Project Leadership
a. Lead and coordinate the local implementation of the CARE component within the
consortium collaborating with partners focusing on addressing human and
wildlife conflict in Zimbabwe and Zambia.
b. Facilitate stakeholder engagement and community consultations through
establishment of local task committees to ensure local participation and
ownership in conflict resolution efforts.
2. Program Planning and Implementation
a. Develop a comprehensive program work plan that outlines specific strategies
and activities to address key aspects of human and wildlife conflict.
b. Implement community-based initiatives, including awareness campaigns,
community trainings, and livelihood diversification programs.
c. Collaborate with local partners and conservation organizations to implement
effective measures for wildlife conservation, such as habitat restoration and
protected area management.
d. Collaborate with consortium partners to develop a comprehensive risk
management strategy to anticipate and address potential challenges that may
hinder program implementation.
3. Team Management and Supervision
a. Manage and provide leadership to the CARE Zimbabwe program team under the
project.
b. Develop and implement a capacity-building plan to enhance the skills and
knowledge of team members in conflict mitigation and conservation practices.
Position: Project Manager
Base station: Matabeleland North
Project: ROAD2RESILIENCE
c. Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify
opportunities for professional development.
4. Government and Donor Relations
a. Develop and maintain strong relationships with relevant government agencies,
including the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife Zimbabwe and The
Department of National and Wildlife (DNPW) under the Ministry of Tourism and
Arts in Zambia.
b. Advocate for policy reforms and regulatory measures that promote coexistence
between human communities and wildlife with government agencies and
relevant line ministries.
5. Program Reporting and Budget Management
a. Monitor the utilization of program budget and resources, ensuring efficient
allocation and adherence to financial guidelines.
b. Lead the establishment of a robust monitoring and evaluation system to track
program progress, outcomes, and impacts related to human and wildlife
conflict.
c. Prepare and share comprehensive program reports and documents with key
stakeholders adhering to reporting guidelines and formats specified by CARE,
the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife Zimbabwe, The Department
of National and Wildlife (DNPW) and the donor.
d. Contribute to knowledge sharing platforms and networks to disseminate
project outcomes, best practices, and innovative approaches in human and
wildlife conflict resolution with government and donor stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, conservation biology, natural
resource management, or a related field.
• Proven experience (at least 5 years) in managing and implementing conservation or
development programs, with a focus on addressing human and wildlife conflict.
• Experience in implementing/managing projects in any of the country wildlife reach
districts and previous programming.
• Familiarity in promotion of community-based biodiversity and sustainable
management and utilization reduction of human-wildlife conflict and knowledge on
models/approaches that have been used in Zimbabwe.
• Experience in promoting livelihood activities in dryland areas of Zimbabwe including use of non-forest timber projects.
• Fluent in local languages spoken in Northern Matabeleland will be a definite
advantage

How to Apply

Step 1: Click The Button Below to complete the application form.
Step 2: Submit application by the 27th of March 2024 on this Link : https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/CareInternationalInZimbabwe/743999975408453-project-manager-matabeleland-north

Kindly note that you need to complete both steps or your application will be considered void.

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