Spatial Planning and Private Sector Manager

rom its origins as a small group of committed wildlife enthusiasts, WWF has grown into one of the world's largest and most respected independent conservation organizations–supported by 5 million people and active in over 100 countries on five continents.

WWF-Greater Mekong  on the ground in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam–is working to conserve the region’s biodiversity and build a secure and sustainable future for people and wildlife. WWF has a long history of engagement in the Greater Mekong.

WWF’s mission in Cambodia is to ensure that there will be strong participation and support from all people to conserve the country’s rich biological diversity.

WWF-Cambodia has an exciting opportunity for the right person interested in being part of a team conserving biodiversity in Cambodia. The EPL Spatial Planning and Private Sector (SPPS) Manager is responsible for developing,  leading and managing the Spatial Planning and Private Sector thematic work in the EPL. She/he will manage the team, budget and relevant projects, provide overall coordination between the SPPS work with other thematic programs within the landscape and in support of the Country Program. S/he will work closely with landscape manager and other relevant TAs at national level to manage all project activities related to spatial planning and private sector engagement (i.e mining, commodities…) at the landscape level.

WWF-Cambodia is looking for one qualified candidate to fulfill the position of Spatial Planning and Private Sector (SPPS) Manager, Eastern Plains Landscape (EPL).

I.            Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the implementation of the SPPS thematic activities, strategies development, projects and activities planning, reporting, developing annual work plan, budget management in collaboration with relevant project managers and the finance team.
• Supervise and lead the thematic staffs by reviewing individual work plan, managing performance, providing induction, training, coaching, mentoring and advice to ensure that they understand and carry out their responsibilities to the required standards.
• Be a member of Landscape Management Team and ensure regular communication with other landscape thematic managers on spatial planning and private sector engagement.
• Coordinate work with relevant teams in Phnom Penh and MFF Landscape in support of WWF-Cambodia’s national strategy.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as required by the landscape Manager.

II.            Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in environmental or conservation management, natural resources management, sustainable development or in relevant fields.
• 5 year experience in one or several of these fields a strong plus: land-use planning, corporate engagement, sustainable landscapes development, mining sector, agro-industry sector, sustainable financing and/or advocacy.
• Experience working with INGOs and/or development partners and government.
• Knowledge of conservation and natural resource management issues. Experience in the Greater Mekong and/or Cambodia a plus.
• Experience with project management, strategy and program development.
• Must possess strong project management skills (including planning, M&E, financial management, reporting, time management, coordination, partners management, team management (coaching, mentoring…)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and diplomatic skills with the ability to manage and interact at all levels of an international, multicultural and multilingual organization.
• Good command of English language, both oral and written communication skills.
• Participate in relevant WWF practice, ACAI and initiative to harvest the networks knowledge. Engage relevant network colleagues for technical support as needed.
• Adhere to WWF’s values: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.
• Role models WWF’s behaviors of Listening Deeply, Innovating Fearlessly, Collaborating Openly, and Strive for Impact.

For detailed Job Description, please visit http://cambodia.panda.org or www.bongthom.com

How to apply?

Email your Cover Letter and CV to:  [email protected] with the subject line: Spatial Planning and Private Sector Manager or hand to WWF-Cambodia, #21, Street 322, Sangkat Beng Keng Kang I, Khan Chamkarmon, Phnom Penh.

Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a deadline of 07 April 2019.

WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
Women and Disable people are strongly recommended to apply.