Jobs
Careers, Jobs and Opportunities with AWF
Title:
Climate Change Adviser
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Description: AWF seeks a Climate Change Adviser to advise on all aspects of climate change work, focusing initially on assessing the likely impacts of climate change on AWF’s African Heartlands. AWF is working with EcoAdapt (experts in climate change adaptation) and the International Gorilla Conservation Programme (IGCP) to pilot this work in the Virunga
Heartland. This is a one-year full-time position, based at AWF’s Headquarters in Nairobi, with potential for extension. The Climate Change Adviser will work closely with the AWF and IGCP teams and the EcoAdapt
climate specialists.
For minimum required qualifications and additional information,
download the full job description here.
Interested candidates should forward a 2-3 page CV, cover letter and a sample of their written work on climate change to
HumanResources@awfke.org by January 15, 2008. Only short listed candidates will contacted.
Title:
Senior Programme Design Officer
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Description: AWF is inviting applications for the Senior Programme Design Officer who will be responsible to lead fundraising from public sector sources for AWF’s programme in Eastern Africa. The officer will be responsible for raising funds from government and professional foundation donors and for all aspects of donor relationship management for all AWF’s work in Eastern Africa. This position is based at AWF’s Headquarters in Nairobi.
For minimum required qualifications and additional information,
download the full job description here.
Candidates who meet the position requirements should submit a cover letter (including salary expectations), a detailed CV, a daytime telephone contact and three references to HumanResources@awfke.org by December 15, 2008. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
Title:
Grants Manager
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Description: The African Wildlife Foundation invites applications for the post of Grants Manager. The Grants Manager will be responsible primarily for the successful oversight, monitoring and reporting of a grant for AWF work in Kilimanjaro and Samburu Heartlands in Kenya plus cross-site technical activities. He or she will also carry out grant management activities for other grants being implemented in AWF’s regional programme, as directed. This position reports to the Regional Director, Eastern Africa and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. For minimum required qualifications and additional information,
download the full job description here.
Candidates who meet the position requirements should submit a cover letter (including salary expectations), a detailed CV, a daytime telephone contact and three references to HumanResources@awfke.org. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
Title:
Finance Compliance Officer
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya
Description: AWF invites applications for the post of Finance Compliance Officer, an integral member of AWF’s Finance Department. This position reports to the Regional Finance Director and will be based in Nairobi, Kenya. For minimum required qualifications and additional information,
download the full job description here.
Candidates who meet the position requirements should submit a cover letter (including salary expectations), a detailed CV, a daytime telephone contact and three references to HumanResources@awfke.org by November 7, 2008. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted.
Scholarships
Charlotte Conservation Fellows
Since 1996, the African Wildlife Foundation has provided educational grants
to African pursuing advanced degree studies in conservation-related fields through its
Charlotte Conservation Fellowship Program. The application process for the Charlotte Fellowship 2007-2008 class is now closed. AWF is not currently accepting applications.
> To learn more about the program, click here.
Internship Program
AWF periodically has openings for interns in our Washington, DC office to assist in our Communications, Development, Program, Membership, Finance, Human Resources and Administration departments. AWF provides a platform for interns to expand their knowledge of African conservation issues, apply academic knowledge in real life situations, and learn new skills that will enhance their careers.
Interns have the flexibility to work up to a maximum of 40 hours depending on the organization’s needs and the students’ schedule.
Currently internships are open to students based in the USA.
To apply, send cover letter and resume to:
African Wildlife Foundation
Attn: Human Resources
1400 16th Street NW, Suite 120
Washington, DC 20036
Fax: 202-939-3332
E-mail: humanresources@awf.org
Volunteer
These websites can help you arrange volunteer opportunities in Africa:
Other Career Resources
Equal Opportunity Employment
African Wildlife Foundation is committed to recruit and to hire qualified staff, and to treat its employees equally in all respects, without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin, age, marital status, personal appearance, gender identification, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical handicap, HIV status, matriculation and political affiliation, disability or any other classification considered unlawfully discriminatory under any applicable law.
Moreover, it is the policy of AWF to provide a working environment that is free from discrimination, sexual harassment and any other unlawful or inappropriate conduct by fellow workers and supervisors. AWF and its employees shall be sensitive to cultural values and practices within its area of operation.
Further, harassment or discrimination based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex or national origin, age, marital status, personal appearance, gender identification, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical handicap, HIV status, matriculation and political affiliation, disability or any other classification considered unlawfully discriminatory under any applicable law and will not be tolerated.
