The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF), together with the people of Africa, works to ensure the wildlife and wild lands of Africa will endure forever. AWF is seeking an Officer for Policy Fellowships to lead the development and implementation of leadership and policy programs. This role is central to AWF's mission of ensuring wildlife and wild lands endure by empowering the next generation of African conservation leaders. The officer will be responsible for designing curricula, facilitating trainings, and managing both online and in-person fellowship cohorts.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Program Development, Management and Training
Design and implement the new online version of the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship, adapted from the flagship version.
Continue to implement future cohorts of the flagship version of the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship.
Provide technical guidance to the implementing partners and consultants of the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship.
Coordinate the recruitment and supervision of experts or contract institutions required for training implementation.
Coordinate the recruitment of trainee candidates for the program.
Develop workplans and curricula and deliver leadership trainings as scheduled.
Facilitate and train on various courses/modules as necessary.
Plan and coordinate field trips and policy conferences for leadership trainings.
Maintain records on technical and financial aspects of program operation, including monitoring project activities, outcomes, and meeting documentation.
Partnership and Communications
Support the establishment and maintenance of partnerships that support the AWF-Wall Policy Fellowship.
Ensure effective liaison and maintain good communication with relevant stakeholders.
Support the generation of ideas for products and initiatives that communicate the powerful stories of young people involved in the program.
Measuring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL)
Work with the AWF M&E global team to ensure MEAL tools are developed, rolled out, and analyzed according to institutional metrics.
Track indicators and ensure findings inform Youth Programming.
Coordinate with communications and Knowledge Management teams to document and disseminate significant change stories.
Rights-based Conservation
Human rights are a guiding principle in the AWF Strategic Vision 2020-2030. The role holder will be required to demonstrate commitment to and a good understanding of AWF’s Rights-Based Conservation approaches, values, and principles in all interactions with stakeholders.
Requirements and Skills
At least 3 years of working experience in curating, facilitating, and overseeing implementation of leadership programmes, preferably in the environmental sector.
Experience in delivering in-person, hybrid, and online learning experiences, courses, and/or fellowships.
A bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences, conservation, business, or social sciences (significant international experience may be substituted for degree relevance).
Experience with engaging in Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) and related platforms, especially AMCEN (Africa Ministerial Conference on the Environment) and CBD (Convention on Biological Diversity).
Strong coordination and time management skills, including the ability to provide technical guidance and oversight.
Good multi-cultural and interpersonal skills with experience in networking with partners at all levels (ministry, donors, private sector, NGOs, and local community-based organizations).
Experience working with or in international organizations.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the African Wildlife Foundation recruitment portal. Apply here
