Programme Manager, International Programmes

WWF Belgium is looking for a Program Manager to lead the management, delivery and development of conservation programs in Africa, with a particular focus on the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the region of the Albertine Rift Lakes.

You will be part of WWF Belgium’s International Programs team and work closely with colleagues across the WWF network and partners (i.e., WWF DRC, International Gorilla Conservation Program).

Your role

You ensure the high standards, effective delivery, accountability, compliance, value-added and relevance for the international programs in your portfolio. You do so through technical support, capacity building, close monitoring and detailed analysis tailored to the local context and needs. All you do is geared to making us the most impactful conservation organization evidencing solutions and positively influencing all generations to respect, conserve and restore nature, and halting biodiversity loss. You drive change by helping deliver impact on the ground through the power of partnerships and by engaging all those close to Nature.

Key Responsibilities

1. You will support our partners throughout the project cycle for conservation programs within your portfolio, assess their feasibility, value-added, impact and ensure their relevance to our mission and priorities.

2. Lead/Coordinate with relevant partners and stakeholders the development of conservation strategies and programs;

3. Design/review the theory of change, logical frameworks, outcome/outputs/indicators/ action plan;

4. Design/review the budget and resource mobilization;

5. Conduct/review the risks assessment and compliance requirements;

6. Future proof the financial and technical needs for successful program implementation;

7. Lead on relevant contractual arrangements with partners.

8. You will ensure and be accountable for the effective delivery and reporting of conservation programs in your portfolio

9. Develop and maintain strong relationships with partners;

10. Ensure (internal and external) compliance;

11. Monitor, support and control projects’ effective delivery, in close collaboration with colleagues, especially the Monitoring & Evaluation & Learning Specialist and the Finance Controller;

12. Report, evaluate and account for projects’ delivery;

13. You will contribute to and stay up to date with the latest developments and innovations relevant to your portfolio, within the WWF network and the sector

14. Input/Support/Consult the WWF network to leverage greater impact for your portfolio;

15. Seek solutions (through partnerships, innovation, etc.) to assist and support our partners in the field;

16. Support colleagues working in Africa, on a needs basis and by drawing from cross-cutting issues/themes

17. Keep abreast of and advise on national and regional policies and programmes pertinent to biodiversity conservation in the region

18. You will support fundraising to sustain our efforts in the field

19. In close collaboration with the Program Development Specialist, help seek, identify and develop new prospects for your portfolio;

Your Profile

• Master in Biology, Nature Conservation, Ecology, Bioengineering or other relevant field
• 3 to 5 years of experienceof project management in a relevant field, preferably involving work with local communities;
• Good knowledge of donor requirements(i.e., Belgian Cooperation, European Union);
• Min. 3 years of relevant field experience;
• Good knowledge of French and English;
• Flexible and able to travel in remote conditions (estimate: 2 times/year);
• Diplomacy and negotiation skills;
• Strong ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, with colleagues and partners;
• Well-structured and attention to detail;
• Practical knowledge of GIS would be a plus;
• Experience in the region would be a plus;
• Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity, Respect & Collaboration.

We offer

• A full-time, permanent contract
• An attractive salary package for the sector including meal vouchers, group insurance, health insurance, 100% reimbursement of the costs of public transport;
• A pleasant working environment in the heart of Brussels, easily accessible by public transport and flexible homeworking
• The opportunity to contribute to our new and ambitious five-year strategic plan

Why working with us?

WWF believes in a future where people and nature thrive, so we’re committed to safeguarding the natural world. WWF has teams of experts working in over 100 countries to protect the natural resources that sustain and inspire us: our forests, rivers, oceans, climate, food and wildlife. WWF harnesses the collective power of supporters around the world, communities, companies and governments to create real solutions for people and the planet. WWF employs knowledgeable, talented people who are passionate about engaging and inspiring others. People who share our optimism that it’s possible to change the world. People who are determined to make a difference.

How to apply:

See https://www.wwf.be/fr/jobs/program-manager-drc

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