Programme Officer, Natural Resources Management (NRM) at IUCN

Under direct supervision of the Programme Manager, the Programme Officer, Natural Resources Management will primarily be responsible for the overall implementation of RESOLVE NbS project in the Morogoro and Iringa regions, working closely and supporting Local Government Authorities and Implementing Partners, while at the same time contributing to the broader NRM portfolio under IUCN Tanzania.

• He or She will be responsible for landscape level programme oversight and will monitor the development and implementation of project plans and activities in close consultation with counterparts from the implementing partners. He/ She will provide leadership in natural resources management, community engagement, assessment and capacity building activities.
• The Programme Officer, Natural Resources Management will be responsible for planning, administration, financial management and technical implementation and monitoring of the project goals and the objectives.
• S/He will regularly liaise with RESOLVE NbS implementing partners, local government agencies, other CSOs and NGOs, local communities and community-based organizations representing the values and interests of IUCN.

SPECIFIC DUTIES;

• Under the direction of the Programme Manager, the specific responsibilities of the Programme Officer, Natural Resources Management are to:

Project Management;

• Coordinate landscape level implementation of natural resources-based aspects of the RESOLVE NbS Project.
• Integrate natural resources management (including land, water, and forests) with sustainable livelihoods.
• Provide technical assistance to project partners in development and implementation of NRM strategies and plans
• Build capacities of stakeholders at national and landscape level on sustainable management of natural resources
• Facilitate the preparation of annual work plans and budgets.
• Lead on project reporting, including technical and financial reports, partnership agreements, and service contracts of assigned partners.
• Promote the dissemination and application of IUCN’s knowledge tools and standards on NbS, including the IUCN Global Standard for NbS, Natural Resources Governance Framework (NRGF) and accompanying tools
• Document and share lessons learned to inform the continuous improvement of NbS practices and to
• Contribute to preparation of all reports related to project as per the project document and ensure timely submission.
• Organize and assist with meetings, workshops, presentations and other project events.
• Carry out other tasks assigned by, and mutually agreed with the line manager.

Financial Management;

• Contribute to annual project budgeting
• Facilitate project level procurement actions in line with IUCN and donor policies and standards.
• Ensure that project activities are on-time, on-budget, and on-track for contributing to the achievement of the projects’ objectives and contractual obligations.
• Ensure timely financial expenditure monitoring and accountability for IUCN-led and partners activities.

Monitoring, Evaluation, Communications and Knowledge Management;

• In coordination with M&E Officer develop and apply the project monitoring instruments and systems including periodic data collection and reporting.
• Undertake regular visits to project sites and evaluate programmatic outputs and impact both quantitatively and in terms of quality implementation.
• Support the updating of the project on the IUCN portal with relevant project data.
• In coordination with Communications team, document case studies, best practices and lessons learned and contribute to the development of communication materials for dissemination to target audiences.

Fundraising and project development;

• Support the identification of new funding opportunities to scale-out project activities.
• Contribute to the development of new project proposals.
• Support networking with key development partners, national institutions and NGOs to support project implementation.
• Keep abreast of development needs and programme opportunities in the landscape including those in line with IUCN’s sectoral priorities and programmatic principles.

Representation;

• Network and liaise with all the partners and potential partners, developing and maintaining partnerships and strong relationships across all sectors (including the private sector).
• Maintain good working relationships with MDAs, non-state actors, private sector, community leadership and visiting donor teams.
• Represent IUCN on issues at strategic, policy and technical meetings, seminars and other events and processes as may be required from time to time.

REQUIREMENTS, POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education ;

• Post-graduate degree in environmental sciences, biodiversity, natural resources management, water resources management, economics, development studies, anthropology, biological sciences, project management, community development or related subjects
• Computer literacy in relation to office applications (word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint) use of internet and online communication tools.

Work Experience;

• At least five years of professional experience in environment, natural resources management, biodiversity restoration, agribusiness, project management, community development or in sustainable development.
• Practical experience in leading / supporting the implementation of field-based projects including on biodiversity conservation.
• Experience in creating and facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogues, partnerships and synergies.
• Strong ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, and multitask to meet tight deadlines
• Experience in writing proposals and reports
• Knowledge of issues related to climate change, nature-based solutions i.e. restoration will be an added advantage.
• Solid knowledge of conservation, climate change, nature-based solutions, land tenure and governance, and sustainable development policy issues.
• Experience in the working with local government entities, community conservation groups, FFPOs, CBOs, Private Sector, and other value chain actors.
• Computer literacy in relation to office applications (word processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint) use of internet and online communication tools such as MS Teams.

Language Requirements;

Fluency in English and Kiswahili (both written and verbal).

Core Competencies

• Transparency: Able to build trust and contribute to informed and responsible decision making by carrying out the work of IUCN in a transparent manner; provides clear guidance to ensure that objectives and desired measurable results are understood by members of the team.
• Inclusiveness: Understands and accepts cultural diversity, and provide a tolerant, positive and supportive working environment that fosters respect for diversity, demonstrates ability to work in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment and to maintain effective working relations with people of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.
• Professionalism: Promote the organization’s interests, objectives, and values in a diligent and professional manner.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility of individual and collective actions, promotes the IUCN One Programme approach.

Functional Competencies;

• Adheres to IUCN ESARO core values of Transparency, Inclusiveness, Professionalism and Accountability
• A strong delivery-oriented work ethic with the ability to meet competing demands and challenging timelines.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and people – management experience including supervision of staff, consultants, and coordination of programme/projects teams in a multi-disciplinary environment and effective management of virtual team settings.
• Must be strategic thinker, highly motivated, results driven and able to energize and motivate teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to support building networks and partnerships.
• Must be a strong team player with proven communication and diplomacy skills and ability to work effectively with multicultural environment displaying sensitivity and respect for diversity.
• Committed to continuous learning, proactive and mature attitude towards self-development.
• Willing to travel and work in rural areas frequently within Tanzania and occasional regional travel.

APPLICATIONS

• Applicants are requested to apply online through the HR Management System, by opening the vacancy announcement and pressing the "Apply" button.

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