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Executive Director, Kenya Land Conservation Trust
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Reference African Wildlife Foundation  (Please mention Stopdodo/Environment Jobs in your application)
Sectors Terrestrial / Aquatic Ecology & Conservation
Location Kenya - Africa
Town/City Nairobi
Salary Additional Information DAE
Salary Range 10,000 - 19,999
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Voluntary & Interns
Deadline 30/09/2008
Company Name African Wildlife Conservation
Contact Name African Wildlife Conservation
Email klct@awfke.org
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Description
The Kenya Land Conservation Trust (KLCT), a charitable Trust incorporated in April 2005, aims to promote and facilitate the conservation of land, biological diversity and natural resources in Kenya for public benefit through the use of different innovative and existing legal instruments such as purchase, easements, and leases, and to contribute to poverty reduction by promoting innovative sustainable economic activities in resource dependent communities. This position is initially for one year and will be based in Nairobi.
 The successful candidate would:
 
  • Oversee the day to day management of the Trust.
  • Design and lead a land conservation program that will identify, prioritize, acquire, and manage critical properties for conservation while providing benefits to communities.
  • Negotiate complex and sensitive land agreements and policies.
  • Establish an efficient organization, including setting up the office and communications infrastructure, building capacity and putting in place systems, standards and policies.
  • Develop and lead the implementation of a strategic plan.
  • Develop a funding plan, prepare fundraising proposals and undertake fundraising activities.
  • Foster strong relationships with key institutions, individuals, landowners and stakeholders to harness support and create a positive environment for the Trust nationally and internationally.
  • Build a positive image, and create public awareness of and interest in KLCT.
  • Serve as secretary to the board of Trustees.
 Key Skills and Abilities:
  • At least five years experience in a leadership position in a reputable organization.
  • A Masters Degree in the relevant field of Biodiversity Conservation, Property Rights, Economics, or Real Estate.
  • Exposure to and excellent grasp of land issues in Kenya, wildlife management, private land conservation, easements, leases, land acquisition, evolving trends in wildlife conservation.
  • Strong leadership skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to fundraise, strong financial planning and management skills.
  • Experience in strategic planning and management of non-profit organizations.
  • Demonstrated ability to negotiate, and manage institutional partnerships.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Outgoing, self driven and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Commitment to and passion for wildlife conservation and land conservation
 Candidates who fully meet the above requirements should submit a detailed CV, including a daytime telephone contact and three referees to klct@awfke.org  or The Chair, KLCT Board of TrusteesKenya Land Conservation Trust P.O. Box 48177, Nairobi by April 31, 2008.  Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
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