Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth? Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.
All around the world, people are waking up to the deepening crisis of nature loss. A growing realization that nature is our life-support system. And that nobody will be spared from the impacts of its loss. Here at WWF, we are helping to tackle this enormous global challenge.
Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from HR and finance to advocacy and conservation science. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us create a better future for people and wildlife.
What we do
We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and wildlife. From individuals and communities to business and government, we are part of a growing coalition calling on world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. Together, we seek to protect and restore natural habitats, stop the mass extinction of wildlife, and make the way we produce and consume sustainable.
We are recruiting the role of Conservation Program Director for our WWF Thailand team to help us achieve our ambitious goals, and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.
Location: Bangkok
Reporting to: CEO WWF-Thailand
Work percentage: 100%
As Conservation Program Director, you will be responsible for:
Program Development, Management and Resource Mobilization:
· Manage, provide strategic direction, problem-solve projects implemented by WWF Thailand, by
working closely with program managers and other functional units such as Finance, P&C, Safeguards as well as M&E.
· Develop new programs of work that are aligned with WWF Thailand’s strategy and goals so as
to contribute to WWF’s Global Conservation Goals, and in doing so, secure funding to support new projects and ideas.
· Work closely with the WWF Network and specifically with the PIA Shareholders to secure the resources needed to implement the conservation program. Identify non-WWF funding sources and prepare proposals to secure funds for the conservation program, in particular public sector funding. Development of all proposals must meet mandatory cost recovery.
· Actively engage with technical practices within the WWF Network in order to strengthen WWF Thailand’s visibility as well as to contribute to the conservation discussions at the Network level.
· Ensure that adequate Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) of each project is performed and that management objectives are modified accordingly.
· Lead and support the roll out of the Network Quality Control measure and Environmental and Social Safeguards Framework (ESSF) for projects in landscapes that require this exercise. Work closely with ESSF Manager Thailand as well as Network’s ESSF Leads.
· Bridge the conservation goals together with other departments’ objectives (fundraising, communication, advocacy and campaign, etc.) in order to meet collective achievement of the WWF Thailand.
As part of the Senior Management of WWF Thailand:
· Act as a member of country management team (CMT) to provide fact-based opinions and solutions to organization-wide related issues. Identify risks and raise potential issues related to the overall organization.
· Provide crisis management leadership when necessary especially when the situation relates to Conservation issues or during absence/unavailability of CEO.
· Work with and support CMT decisions in order to build up organization’s unity and stability in accordance to the agreed strategic direction.
· Ensure risk and compliance within Conservation programs so that implementation is aligned with internal requirements and local regulations.
· Uphold and ensure financial rules and regulations are respected within Conservation program including field offices. Ensure that project funds are managed in transparent and accountable manner and meets organization’s code of conduct and all social compliances.
Team and People Management:
· Manage senior managers and project managers to develop work plans and budgets to ensure the projects deliver the impacts according to the project goal and meet with donor’s requirements.
· Provide capacity building to senior and project managers in order to develop their career path. Identify talents to prepare future growth of the organization. Supervise project managers in building up their team capacity and their career development.
· Provide an inspirational model of leadership to younger staff so as to build team spirit and pride in the organization.
· Work with People and Culture in talent acquisition as part of organizational development.
External Relations and Advocacy:
· Develop and maintain a network of contacts to build strategic alliances with the government, other NGOs, international organizations, donors, and other partners in order to promote and implement the conservation strategic plan.
· Represent WWF Thailand in national, regional and international fora in order to increase the visibility of WWF Thailand. This includes national and regional media.
IV. Profile:
Required Qualifications & Skills
· At least a Master's degree in natural resource management, environmental studies, conservation biology, or in relevant fields.
· A minimum of 7 years leading and managing complex conservation programs. At least three years should be in the Greater Mekong. Previous employment with WWF is an advantage.
· A minimum of 3 years in managing programs funded by diversity of sources including governments, aid agencies, and private sector donors. Previous direct experience in managing large (USD 1 million and above) bilateral funded projects is highly desirable.
· A minimum of 3 years working in cross cultural environments.
· Knowledge of the principles of Conservation, Proposal Development and the Project Management cycle is required.
· Inspirational leadership, strategic planning & decision making, influencing, network management and results-oriented.
· Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Collaboration, Respect & Integrity
· Demonstrates WWF behaviors in ways of working: Strive for Impact, Listen Deeply, Collaborate Openly, Innovate Fearlessly
· Adheres to WWF’s brand characteristics, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.
IV. Working Relationships
Internal
· CEO - Support the CEO by providing overall conservation direction, conservation team and donor management, and other specific information as needed.
· Project Managers - Help the project managers develop work plans and budgets, implement projects, and complete M&E and reporting requirements.
· Other departments - Coordinate with all departments, including P&C, Finance, Fundraising, and Communications to implement the conservation plan in alignment with relevant departments.
· WWF GMPO - Coordinate with WWF GMPO and other country offices to achieve regional conservation objectives.
· WWF International Offices - Ensure regular and consistent communication and collaboration between the WWF network and the WWF-Thailand office and secure technical and financial support from the WWF network to support the conservation program in Thailand.
External
· Government agencies, other regulators, CSOs, other INGOs - Coordinate and build effective networking for conservation impact.
· Where appropriate, advocate with government officials and policy makers for WWF Thailand’s
· conservation goals.
· Represent WWF Thailand with corporates and the private sector in Thailand.
WWF-Thailand can offer you:
Contract duration: 2 year fixed term contract with possible extension
Please note the compensation package will be aligned with local salary and benefits conditions, in line with our reward policy.
For more information on our work in WWF Thailand please visit: https://www.wwf.or.th/en
How to apply:
Interested candidate, please submit your 'resume and motivation letter' stating your expected salary to methaweeu@wwf.or.th Tel: +66 (0) 2 618 4303-5 #413.
Deadline for applications: 09 May 2021
Thank you in advance for your interest in this position. Due to the urgent nature of this appointment, applications will be reviewed on a daily basis and interviews happen prior to the deadline. Please also note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within six weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful for this role.
Female and Asian national applicants are encouraged to apply for this position. Work permit restrictions may apply.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.