The Zambia Country Director position at Panthera Corporation seeks a candidate with extensive experience in conservation and leadership to oversee strategic, operational, and financial aspects of the organization's projects in Zambia. The role demands strong partnership development skills and a deep understanding of local conservation contexts
Job Summary
Panthera is the only organization in the world devoted exclusively to the conservation of the world's 40 wild cat species and their ecosystems.
The Zambia Country Director provides overall strategic, operational, and financial leadership to ensure delivery against organizational and species conservation strategies.
The role requires managing relationships with government authorities, NGOs, donors, and local communities while overseeing wildlife monitoring and law enforcement activities.
Matching Summary
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The Zambia Country Director position at Panthera Corporation seeks a candidate with extensive experience in conservation and leadership to oversee strategic, operational, and financial aspects of the organization's projects in Zambia. The role demands strong partnership development skills and a deep understanding of local conservation contexts.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
10+ years progressive conservation experience
Senior-level country or programme leadership
Managing multi-million-dollar budgets
Fundraising and donor engagement expertise
Government and NGO relationship management
Nice-to-have
Prior large carnivore conservation experience
Protected area management background
Strong adaptive management skills
Willingness to travel extensively
Ability to mentor senior managers
Key Requirements
PhD in Natural Resource Management/Conservation
Legal eligibility to work in Zambia
Valid driver's license
Experience working in Zambia or Southern Africa
Work Rights
Must have legal eligibility to work in Zambia or ability to obtain relevant permits