Northern RangelandS Trust (NRT) based at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Isiolo, Kenya supports and co-ordinates community conservancies in Northern Kenya.
Its mission is to improve the livelihoods of conservancy communities through wildlife conservation in the rangelands of Northern Kenya.
NRT is looking to fill the positions of Chief Operations Officer, Chief Finance Officer and Senior Administrator working as a team to take responsibility for managing the day to day operations of the organisation, its financial resources, its human resources, and ensuring that all programme activities are implemented effectively.
Chief Operations Officer
Its mission is to improve the livelihoods of conservancy communities through wildlife conservation in the rangelands of Northern Kenya.
NRT is looking to fill the positions of Chief Operations Officer, Chief Finance Officer and Senior Administrator working as a team to take responsibility for managing the day to day operations of the organisation, its financial resources, its human resources, and ensuring that all programme activities are implemented effectively.
Chief Operations Officer
- Responsible for the management of day to day operations of NRT and associated entities, ensuring all programme activities are implemented, and providing strategic direction for growth.
Qualifications:
- Masters degree in a relevant management subject
- At least 10 years experience in project and organisational management in Africa
- Strong field background and knowledge
Chief Finance Officer
- Responsible for the financial management of NRT and associated entities, ensuring professional management of funds and finances in support of effective and efficient operations.
Qualifications:
- Masters degree in business administration, accountancy or a related subject
- At least 10 years experience in financial management
- Strong background and knowledge of grant management and the donor arena
Senior Administrator
- Responsible for the management of the day to day administration, governance and logistics of NRT and associated entities, ensuring effective systems and procedures are in place to support operations.
Qualifications:
- Appropriate degree qualification in administration or a related subject
- At least 10 years experience in administration or a related field
- Good computer and database management skills required with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access
Qualifications applying to all the above positions:
- Fluent in English and Kiswahili
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Outstanding supervisory skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to organise time, manage diverse activities, and meet deadlines under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willing to work extensive hours and in remote locations
- Commitment to conservation and goals, philosophy and mission of NRT and its associated entities
Please send your resume and application letter to the address below by November 16th 2009 to: Chief Executive Officer, Northern Rangelands Trust, Private Bag, Isiolo, Kenya or Email: info @ nrt-kenya.org
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
