Livelihoods and Value Chain Specialist Job at World Wildlife Fund

Livelihoods and Value Chain Specialist Job at World Wildlife Fund… See details on how to apply for the opportunities available at World Wildlife Fund.

Descriptions;

Responsibilities:

• Development of a comprehensive nature-based community livelihoods strategy for the SOKNOT landscape, including detailed plans to ensure financial sustainability.
• Elevate and fast-track the development, piloting and implementation of new/improved livelihood solutions aimed at diversifying income streams towards greater livelihood security for communities
• Lead on the identification of market-based bankable nature-compatible projects and link to potential investors and appropriate partners e.g. social development NGOs, academics, etc
• Work with external consultants and other peer conservation/social development organizations to incorporate advice on specialist areas (including the development of contracts, support communities to negotiate better business deals with tourism and other nature-based investors, reports etc.).
• Lead on market analyses, including the development of links to market for key products and associated marketing strategies
  Identify key value chain opportunities to assist community members (particularly women and youth) to start and scale up their business.
• Lead on the monitoring and evaluation of data and reporting for project, to track performance/impact and adapt as required
• Conduct education and awareness activities which will build capacity and assist communities to explore conservation compatible livelihood options in their area.
• Assist communities in planning, prioritizing and implementing natural resource management activities in line with agreed work-plans and objectives.
• Support communities to gain access to information, resources, other relevant stakeholders and opportunities that are likely to empower them to manage conservation resources more effectively.
• Measure the amount of benefits (including non-monetary) that households and community members accrue from conservation programmes.
• On behalf of WWF, establish good working relationships with local communities and their leaders, and endeavour to uphold the reputation of WWF.
• Liaise closely with other Programmes of WWF-Tanzania and the WWF Network in identifying resilient nature-based livelihoods models and ideas that can be customized to priority landscapes globally.
• Share and document learnings to support the wider development of resilient community livelihoods in the region and globally.

Qualifications:

• A University Degree in the field of Livelihoods/Markets/Value Chains or Natural Resource Management, (A relevant Master’s Degree is an added advantage).
• A minimum of 8 years’ active engagement and experience of working with local rural communities on diversifying livelihoods and developing sustainable nature-based solutions.

How to Apply

Applications must include a complete Cover Letter & CV with full contact details of three referees and should be addressed to the People & Culture Manager, via email to: [email protected] by 12 May 2022 at 4:30 pm. Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Female applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce

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