We have an exciting new opportunity for a Project Director at a leading National Park in Cameroon. About the role: The Project Director is responsible for overseeing implementation, coordination and administration of all activities being implemented in the Park. They should have project management experience, a strong background in community conservation approaches and an interest in wildlife, forests, climate change and local people. This is a full-time position that will require managing a team of several staff, and a close coordination and cooperation with the local authorities.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the coordination and management of the Park's portfolio projects.
• Lead proposals for the development of project activities in the Park
• Work in close coordination with the Technical Director to revise the strategic approach being used in the reserve.
• Coordinate and oversee the team community conservation outreach team and the research team.
• Coordinate and oversee the anti-poaching activities
• Work with international and national staff and organisations to create awareness to promote wildlife conservation, sustainable natural resource management, and conflict resolution, and address particular land-use management issues.
• Advise on development priorities and work with other senior staff to plan and implement activities related to health, human rights, education, etc.
• Work with staff to integrate the socio-economic and land-use/tenure data into the relevant GIS databases to contribute to the overall natural resource, protected area, and zoning plans.
• As a senior member of the Program Team, participate in strategy meetings and the tasks identified to help ensure sound operations of the program

Candidates Requirements:

• A Master's degree (or higher education level) in community conservation, natural resource management, or other relevant field experience in African conservation.
• Proven experience in project management.
• Strong program and project management skills based on at least 5 years of experience in a relevant role
• Experience working in interdisciplinary and multi-cultural teams and managing several major activities simultaneously, proven ability to achieve project targets and objectives
• Experience working on conservation projects in field settings preferred
• Experience working in the Central Africa region would be an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English language required

If you meet the above requirements, do not hesitate to apply for this role as a Project Director.