The Regional Conservation Director will be responsible for FZS programmes in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, and Equatorial Guinea, supporting implementation of the FZS Africa Strategy by providing strategic oversight, management support, and quality assurance to site-based programs in the Lomami (DRC), Bale (Ethiopia), and Monte Alén (Equatorial Guinea) landscapes. Working closely with Site Program Managers, the role strengthens conservation performance, organizational effectiveness, and long-term sustainability across the portfolio, serving as the link between site-based programs and the wider FZS Africa Department.
Tasks include: ensuring high standards of conservation quality and accountability; leading and supporting Site Programme Managers; guiding strategic programme development and partnership growth; supporting fundraising and donor compliance; embedding FZS policies and safeguards; building staff capacity; sharing lessons learned across programmes; maintaining stakeholder relationships; and identifying emerging risks.
Requirements: Master's degree in Conservation, Natural Resource Management, or related field, with a minimum of 10 years of practical professional experience in conservation and/or natural resource management. Demonstrated credibility with donors, partners, and government counterparts; experience in strategic programme development and performance monitoring; experience managing programme budgets of at least USD 3 million annually; proven donor engagement and fundraising experience; staff management experience with multinational teams; willingness to travel; excellent English and French; Kiswahili, Lingala, or Spanish an advantage.
Offer: competitive salary, full-time position ideally based in Kinshasa, comprehensive benefits including medical/life insurance, pension, housing support, and educational assistance for dependents.
We look forward to receiving your application by 15th October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online via the FZS Personio application portal (click 'Jetzt bewerben' / Apply Now). Applications must include a cover letter and a detailed CV. In the cover letter, address: what motivates you to apply, and which qualifications, professional experience, and personal attributes make you a strong candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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