Background
Wetlands International is a global network organisation with 20 offices that share the name and brand ‘Wetlands International’ and implement a joint ‘Strategic Intent’. The organisation has its global office in Ede-Wageningen (Netherlands). Wetlands International works globally, regionally and nationally toward the conservation and wise use of wetlands to benefit biodiversity and human well-being. It is the only global NGO dedicated to the conservation and wise use of wetlands.
Wetlands International in the Eastern Africa region currently has operations in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda and South Sudan. Operations are expanding and are expected to continue to grow in the coming years. Wetlands International Eastern Africa office has responsibility for: sub-regional partnerships; communications; network development and nurturing; resources development; programme and project development, execution and reporting; human resources management; and country operations.
Wetlands International Eastern Africa seeks a leader who can drive a transformative agenda in the Rift Valley eco-region. The Ecoregion Lead is responsible for defining and shaping the entire ecoregional process and for the development of and supporting the implementation of Ecoregion initiatives to improve livelihoods and protect biodiversity. The incumbent will ensure effective management of projects and coordinate with the country teams (especially Kenya and Ethiopia) and other stakeholders and also ensure the strategic linkage and effectiveness of activities in the Rift Valley Ecoregion, feed into Wetlands International’s wider programming.
Key duties and responsibilities:
Countries: Ethiopia, Kenya
Duty Station: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Reporting to: Regional Policy and Advocacy Officer
Type of contract: Initial contract for one year, including a probation of 3 months, with a possibility of extension
Education, knowledge and experience
Personal attributes and competencies
Offer: Competitive remuneration according to Wetlands International Eastern Africa standards.