Senior Executive, Guthrie Foundation (Natural World)

Job Description:

Conservation Programme Management

• Plan, coordinate and implement biodiversity conservation, habitat restoration, reforestation, ecological rehabilitation and ecosystem protection initiatives.
• Conduct environmental needs assessments and identify opportunities for new conservation and nature-based solutions programmes.
• Support the development and implementation of climate resilience, carbon sequestration and ecosystem restoration initiatives where applicable.
• Monitor programme performance and recommend improvements to maximise environmental and social outcomes.

Environmental Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and maintain partnerships with environmental NGOs, universities, research institutions, government agencies, sustainability organisations and community groups.
• Coordinate multi-stakeholder conservation projects involving local communities, volunteers and programme partners.
• Support knowledge sharing and collaboration to scale conservation outcomes and best practices.

Environmental Education & Community Engagement

• Coordinate environmental awareness, education and outreach programmes focused on sustainability, biodiversity and environmental stewardship.
• Organise volunteer initiatives, school programmes, community conservation activities and public engagement campaigns.
• Promote community participation in environmental protection and sustainable resource management.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Develop programme KPIs and track environmental, social and community impact indicators.
• Prepare programme reports, dashboards, environmental impact assessments and management papers.
• Support sustainability and ESG reporting through collection, verification and analysis of programme data.
• Monitor programme risks and recommend mitigation measures.

Financial & Administrative Management

• Monitor programme budgets and expenditures to ensure implementation within approved allocations.
• Support procurement, vendor management and administrative requirements.
• Maintain programme records, agreements and governance documentation.

Job Requirement

• Bachelor's Degree in one of the following or a related discipline: Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Forestry, Ecology, Biodiversity Conservation, Climate Change Studies, Sustainable Development & Natural Resource Management or other related disciplines.
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant working experience in environmental conservation, biodiversity management, sustainability, CSR, foundation management or community development.
• Experience managing programmes related to flora and fauna conservation, habitat restoration or ecosystem management.
• Experience coordinating environmental projects involving multiple stakeholders including government agencies, NGOs and local communities.
• Knowledge of biodiversity conservation principles, environmental regulations and sustainable development practices.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple projects simultaneously.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.