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Regional Director - Eastern and Southern Africa
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As the official representative of the Director General in the region, the Regional Director is responsible for maintaining a high and professional corporate profile for IUCN, particularly with IUCN members and partners. The position contributes to the global management of the Union through participation in the senior management team.
As Head of the Regional Office, the incumbent is accountable for all financial, human resources and administrative matters and is also responsible for ensuring coherence of regional work with IUCN’s global programme and the financial viability of the regional programme. The Regional Director ensures that all organizational activities are consistently performed under the principles of equity, fairness, inclusiveness and respect for the diversity of people.
Specific duties:
1. Represent IUCN in the region in a manner that promotes IUCN’s mission and enhances the status of the Union among decision-making bodies, intergovernmental agencies, non-governmental organisations and the private sector.
2. Initiate and facilitate initiatives and dialogues on key issues of conservation policy based on IUCN’s regional and global priorities.
3. Develop and maintain long-term fund generation strategies and nurture relations with the donor community in the region in coordination with the Strategic Partnerships Unit in Headquarters.
4. Oversee preparation, implementation, evaluation and reporting of multi-year programmes for IUCN’s work in Eastern and Southern Africa, in line with IUCN’s global programme and supporting the Union’s shift towards a Pan-Africa programme.
5. Lead the operational management of all IUCN activities in the region and ensure the efficient management of financial and human resources including development and maintenance of relevant policies, procedures and control systems.
6. Develop and maintain regular contact with governments, regional committees of members, existing IUCN members, partner organisations, Councillors, and Commission members.
7. In collaboration with regional committees, implement the IUCN Membership Strategy and develop a membership recruitment and retention plan.
8. Contribute to the global management of the IUCN Secretariat and Programme.
9. Chair the Wasaa Estate Trust.
10. On behalf of the Director General, ensure sustainable management of the Estate.
11. Lead on affairs pertaining to good and appropriate development of the Estate.
12. Maintain proper accounts of the Trust.
13. Adhere to all local Trust registration requirements.
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• Post graduate/advanced degree in either business management or a subject related to conservation and sustainable development with relevant experience in the other. • Extensive knowledge of conservation and sustainable development policy issues as well as the geopolitical, development and multi-stakeholder contexts in Eastern and Southern Africa. Sound understanding of how this fits into the global context is essential. • At least 10 years’ professional experience in senior management and governance of a complex multinational organization or programme in an area related to conservation and/or sustainable development, of which at least 5 years in Eastern and Southern Africa. • Demonstrated skills in change management and human resources management, including the capacity to assess performance, consistently motivate people to excel and lead and motivate a technical team within a complex, decentralized organization. • Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting and efficient use of financial resources. • Excellent diplomatic skills coupled with proven experience in communications and outreach. • Proven experience in maintaining and nurturing expert networks with demonstrated ability to handle politically and culturally sensitive issues. • Fluent English. Knowledge of French is an important advantage. Knowledge of other African languages would also be an asset. • Ability to travel frequently within the region and globally. |
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Applicants will be asked to create an account and submit their profile information. Applications will not be accepted after the closing date. The vacancy closes at midnight, Swiss time (GMT+1 / GMT+2 during Daylight Saving Time, DST). Please note that only selected applicants will be personally contacted for interviews.
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About IUCN
IUCN is a membership Union uniquely composed of both government and civil society organisations. It provides public, private and non-governmental organisations with the knowledge and tools that enable human progress, economic development and nature conservation to take place together.
Created in 1948, IUCN is now the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network, harnessing the knowledge, resources and reach of more than 1,400 Member organisations and around 16,000 experts. It is a leading provider of conservation data, assessments and analysis. Its broad membership enables IUCN to fill the role of incubator and trusted repository of best practices, tools and international standards.
IUCN provides a neutral space in which diverse stakeholders including governments, NGOs, scientists, businesses, local communities, indigenous peoples organisations and others can work together to forge and implement solutions to environmental challenges and achieve sustainable development.
Working with many partners and supporters, IUCN implements a large and diverse portfolio of conservation projects worldwide. Combining the latest science with the traditional knowledge of local communities, these projects work to reverse habitat loss, restore ecosystems and improve people’s well-being.
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