Landscape Managers

Job description

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

1.0 INTRODUCTION – WWF ZAMBIA

WWF is an independent conservation organization with over 38 million followers and a global network active through local leadership in more than 100 countries. WWF Zambia was established in 1962.

Our mission is to stop the degradation of the planet’s natural environment and build a future in which people live in harmony with nature by:

• Conserving the world’s biological diversity.
• Ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable.
• Promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.

At its core, WWF Zambia envisions a future where both people and nature thrive. The organization works across the following thematic areas:

• Biodiversity
• Food Systems and Green Economy
• Climate Action

WWF Zambia operates in three key landscapes

• Kavango Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area (KAZA)
• Kafue System
• Upper Zambezi

These landscapes are critical for sustaining biodiversity, supporting livelihoods, and enhancing climate resilience. Driven by science, advocacy, and multi-sector partnerships, WWF Zambia delivers impactful conservation solutions that ensure communities benefit from healthy ecosystems while safeguarding vital habitats for future generations.

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WWF IS HIRING

LANDSCAPE MANAGERS (03)

i. Landscape Manager – Kafue Landscape

Location: Monze/Mazabuka

ii. Landscape Manager – Upper Zambezi Landscape

Location: Mongu

iii. Landscape Manager – KAZA Landscape

Location: Sesheke

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2.1 MAJOR FUNCTIONS

The Landscape Manager provides strategic leadership, technical guidance, and coordination for WWF Zambia’s conservation programme within a designated landscape.

The role ensures high-impact, community-responsive, and science-based conservation outcomes aligned with WWF Zambia’s Office Strategic Plan, Road Map 2030, and national conservation priorities.

Responsibilities include

• Programme design and implementation.
• Stakeholder engagement.
• Fundraising.
• Reporting.
• Oversight of field teams and transboundary programmes within the landscape.

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2.2 MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

2.2.1 Programme Development and Implementation

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of the Landscape Conservation Action Plan (LCAP) and Annual Work Plans aligned with WWF Zambia’s Office Strategic Plan.
• Oversee planning and implementation of conservation activities while ensuring compliance with donor requirements and WWF standards.
• Provide technical support in monitoring, evaluation, learning, and adaptive management using WWF performance systems.
• Promote integrated multi-sectoral approaches covering livelihoods, climate resilience, biodiversity management, water stewardship, and sustainable financing.
• Ensure timely submission of high-quality technical, financial, and donor reports.
• Serve as focal point for at least one WWF Global Practice (Food, Climate & Energy, Green Economy, Governance, or Biodiversity).

2.2.2 Partnerships, Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and strengthen partnerships with government ministries, traditional authorities, Community Resource Boards, private sector partners, and conservation NGOs.
• Facilitate collaboration across WWF Zambia programmes and the WWF Network.
• Support research, innovation, publications, and knowledge generation.
• Represent WWF Zambia on relevant national and regional conservation platforms.
• Support implementation of national and regional conservation policies at landscape level.
• Facilitate transboundary collaboration with neighbouring countries where applicable.
• Promote integrated landscape approaches linking biodiversity conservation, livelihoods, climate resilience, and governance.
• Manage multi-stakeholder platforms involving government, communities, traditional leadership, and the private sector.

2.2.3 Resource Mobilisation and Budget Management

• Develop bankable conservation proposals as part of WWF Zambia’s fundraising strategy.
• Lead budgeting, financial planning, and expenditure tracking in collaboration with the Finance Unit.
• Ensure efficient and transparent management of WWF Zambia’s assets and resources within the landscape.

2.2.4 Leadership and People Management

• Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision of field and programme staff.
• Coordinate annual work plans and individual performance targets.
• Conduct periodic performance reviews.
• Identify staff training needs and coordinate capacity-building initiatives.
• Uphold organizational values, accountability, compliance, and ethical standards.
• Lead conflict resolution and maintain a positive team culture.

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2.3 QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must possess

• Master’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Environmental Science, Ecology, Forestry, Fisheries, Wildlife Management, Conservation Biology, Climate Change, Sustainable Development, Environmental Economics, or a related field.
• Advanced management or leadership training will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 10 years’ professional experience, including at least 5 years at management level in conservation or natural resource management.
• Proven experience in programme development and management, budgeting, technical and financial reporting, and donor compliance.
• Experience working with government, communities, private sector partners, and conservation organizations in Zambia.

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2.4 SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Applicants should demonstrate

• Agility and adaptive management.
• Strong programme design, planning, and management skills.
• Leadership, coaching, mentoring, and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
• Strong proposal writing and technical reporting skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Financial management and budget oversight skills.
• Ability to conceptualise, plan, and implement strategic conservation initiatives in complex socio-ecological landscapes.
• Strong people management skills.

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2.5 WORKING RELATIONS

Internal

• Head of Conservation Programmes
• Country Director
• Conservation Programme Managers
• Monitoring & Evaluation Unit
• Finance & Operations Teams
• People & Culture
• Other WWF Zambia staff

External

• Government agencies (Forestry Department, Fisheries, DNPW, Water Resources Management Authority, Local Authorities)
• WWF Network Offices
• Local and international NGOs
• Community groups (CRBs, cooperatives, traditional leadership)
• Academic and research institutions
• Private sector partners
• Regional bodies including KAZA, ZAMCOM, SADC, COMESA, and others as appropriate.

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3.0 EMBODIMENT OF WWF GLOBAL BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

Interested candidates should align themselves with WWF’s core organizational values:

• Courage
• Integrity
• Respect
• Collaboration

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4.0 APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications should include

• Cover letter.
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining relevant qualifications and experience.
• At least three (3) referees, including a current or previous employer.
• Copies of academic and professional qualifications certified by the Zambia Qualifications Authority (ZAQA).

Applications should be submitted via email to

Email

Important Notes

• Clearly indicate the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
• Applicants for the Landscape Manager positions must also indicate the preferred location in the email subject line.
• Applications received after the closing date and time will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Closing Date: 11th August 2026 at 18:00 hours.