Succulent Karoo Project Coordinator

(This is a 48-month fixed term contract position based in Newlands, Cape Town)

WWF is the world’s largest and most respected independent conservation organisation, with over 6 million supporters and a global network active in over 100 countries. WWF's mission is to stop the degradation of the Earth's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature, by conserving the world's biological diversity, ensuring that the use of renewable natural resources is sustainable, and promoting the reduction of pollution and wasteful consumption.

WWF South Africa is a national office that is part of the WWF network. We are a local NGO that has worked for 50 years with the aim of inspiring all South Africans to live in harmony with nature, for the benefit of our country and the wellbeing of all our people. WWFs work is for nature, for you.

Our work is challenging and exciting and we love what we do. To join our team, you need to be brilliant at what you do, passionate, results-orientated and have a positive attitude.

Background

Are you passionate about conservation and making a tangible impact in one of South Africa's most unique biodiversity hotspots? We are seeking a dedicated and highly organised Succulent Karoo Project Coordinator to play a critical role in administering projects funded by the Leslie Hill Succulent Karoo Trust (LHSKT). This role focuses on managing relationships with external partners and using effective organisational skills to help implement conservation projects within the Landscape.

The successful candidate will facilitate and oversee the implementation of LHSKT-funded projects across both the Northern Cape/Arid Zone Landscape and the Cape Floristic Region Landscape, ensuring alignment with WWF Strategy and LHSKT Objectives.