Project Manager – Matabeleland North || Care International

CARE works around the globe to save lives, defeat poverty, and achieve social justice. We are a global leader within a worldwide movement dedicated to ending poverty. We are known everywhere for our unshakable commitment to the dignity of people, and we put women and girls in the center because we know that we cannot overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities. Our Core Values Commitment describes who we are, what we do, and how we do it. It reflects our Core Values of Transformation, Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Equality which serve as a foundation for all that we do. If these values and our mission speak to your personal values and if you are a highly motivated self-starter with organizational political savvy who likes to help solve problems behind the scenes, read on!

• Local Coordination and Consortium Project Leadership

1. Lead and coordinate the local implementation of the CARE component within the consortium collaborating with partners focusing on addressing human and wildlife conflict in Zimbabwe and Zambia.
2. Facilitate stakeholder engagement and community consultations through establishment of local task committees to ensure local participation and ownership in conflict resolution efforts.

• Program Planning and Implementation

1. Develop a comprehensive program work plan that outlines specific strategies and activities to address key aspects of human and wildlife conflict.
2. Implement community-based initiatives, including awareness campaigns, community trainings, and livelihood diversification programs.
3. Collaborate with local partners and conservation organizations to implement effective measures for wildlife conservation, such as habitat restoration and protected area management.
4. Collaborate with consortium partners to develop a comprehensive risk management strategy to anticipate and address potential challenges that may hinder program implementation.

• Team Management and Supervision

1. Manage and provide leadership to the CARE Zimbabwe program team under the project.
2. Develop and implement a capacity-building plan to enhance the skills and knowledge of team members in conflict mitigation and conservation practices.
3. Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development.

• Government and Donor Relations

1. Develop and maintain strong relationships with relevant government agencies, including the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife Zimbabwe and The Department of National and Wildlife (DNPW) under the Ministry of Tourism and Arts in Zambia.
2. Advocate for policy reforms and regulatory measures that promote coexistence between human communities and wildlife with government agencies and relevant line ministries.

• Program Reporting and Budget Management

1. Monitor the utilization of program budget and resources, ensuring efficient allocation and adherence to financial guidelines.
2. Lead the establishment of a robust monitoring and evaluation system to track program progress, outcomes, and impacts related to human and wildlife conflict.
3. Prepare and share comprehensive program reports and documents with key stakeholders adhering to reporting guidelines and formats specified by CARE, the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife Zimbabwe, The Department of National and Wildlife (DNPW) and the donor.
4. Contribute to knowledge sharing platforms and networks to disseminate project outcomes, best practices, and innovative approaches in human and wildlife conflict resolution with government and donor stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, conservation biology, natural resource management, or a related field.
• Proven experience (at least 5 years) in managing and implementing conservation or development programs, with a focus on addressing human and wildlife conflict.
• Experience in implementing/managing projects in any of the country wildlife reach districts and previous programming.
• Familiarity in promotion of community-based biodiversity and sustainable management and utilization reduction of human-wildlife conflict and knowledge on models/approaches that have been used in Zimbabwe.
• Experience in promoting livelihood activities in dryland areas of Zimbabwe including use of non-forest timber projects.
• Fluent in local languages spoken in Northern Matabeleland will be a definite advantage

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