Director of Conservation

WWF-WORLD WIDE FUND FOR NATURE (SINGAPORE) LIMITED

Singapore
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15+ years professional experience in conservation
Landscape or seascape scale impact delivery
Management of large-scale conservation programs
The Director of Conservation position at WWF-Singapore is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and implementing the organization's conservation strategy across Southeast Asia. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in conservation management, team leadership, and strategic partnerships, with a strong focus on delivering measurable impact for nature and communities

Job Summary

  • The Director of Conservation serves as the most senior leader responsible for delivering conservation impact at scale across Southeast Asia.
  • This role requires leading the development of strategic conservation plans aligned with global goals like Roadmap 2030 and the Global Biodiversity Framework.
  • The successful candidate will manage a portfolio valued between 10-20 million USD while fostering partnerships with governments, donors, and the WWF network.

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The Director of Conservation position at WWF-Singapore is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and implementing the organization's conservation strategy across Southeast Asia. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in conservation management, team leadership, and strategic partnerships, with a strong focus on delivering measurable impact for nature and communities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years professional experience in conservation
  • Landscape or seascape scale impact delivery
  • Management of large-scale conservation programs
  • Southeast Asia regional context expertise
  • Institutional donor and government engagement
  • Adaptive management and monitoring frameworks

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with innovative finance mechanisms
  • Strong diplomatic communication skills
  • Knowledge of WWF Network standards
  • Ability to lead through influence
  • Cross-functional team collaboration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in conservation or related field
  • Minimum 15 years of professional experience
  • Proven track record managing 10-20 million conservation programs
  • Demonstrated experience in Southeast Asia contexts

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