BACKGROUND

WWF GEF Agency and WWF Tanzania are expanding WWF GEF portfolio in Tanzania and seek a Manager to lead country-level coordination, development, and portfolio oversight, in close collaboration with national government institutions and partners.

MAIN FUNCTION

The Manager is responsible for managing the WWF GEF portfolio in Tanzania, including:

• Project identification and design
• Oversight of implementation and compliance
• Coordination with government and partners
• Contribution to effective delivery of GEF-funded results at the national level

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1) National project origination and pipeline development

• Identify and develop WWF GEF Agency project opportunities in Tanzania in collaboration with government
• Lead preparation of concept notes and project documents where WWF acts as GEF Agency
• Ensure alignment with national priorities and GEF requirements

2) Project development and quality assurance

• Lead and coordinate the development of WWF GEF Agency projects through the full project cycle
• Provide technical guidance to ensure strong design and impact
• Ensure compliance with WWF and GEF policies during development
• Manage internal review and submission processes

3) Portfolio oversight and implementation support

• Oversee implementation of WWF GEF projects in Tanzania
• Support GEF projects executing partners in adaptive management and problem-solving
• Monitor delivery, risks, safeguards, and compliance
• Ensure timely reporting to WWF GEF Agency

4) Government and stakeholder engagement

• Serve as WWF Tanzania’s focal point for WWF GEF-related coordination with government
• Maintain strong working relationships with relevant ministries and institutions
• Facilitate alignment between projects and national strategies

5) Representation

• Represent WWF Tanzania and WWF GEF Agency in national GEF-related meetings and coordination platforms

6) Capacity development and technical support

• Build understanding of GEF processes among government, partners, and WWF Tanzania teams
• Provide targeted training and guidance on project design and implementation

7) Contribution to WWF GEF Agency

• Provide feedback to improve WWF GEF Agency tools and processes
• Share lessons learned from Tanzania portfolio

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree and Master´s degree in environmental science, economics, public policy, or related field

Experience

• 6–8 years of relevant experience
• Strong experience in project design and management
• Experience working with government institutions in Tanzania
• Experience with GEF or similar multilateral funds

Skills and knowledge

• Strong analytical, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Strong writing and reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Fluency in English and Swahili

Key competencies

• Results-oriented and able to work independently and deliver results under pressure
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
• Good judgement and decision-making
• Ability to work across institutions and teams
• Adaptability and accountability
• Adherence to WWF’s four core values: Courage, Respect, Integrity, and Collaboration.

• Identify and develop WWF GEF Agency project opportunities in Tanzania in collaboration with government
• Lead preparation of concept notes and project documents where WWF acts as GEF Agency
• Ensure alignment with national priorities and GEF requirements
• Lead and coordinate the development of WWF GEF Agency projects through the full project cycle
• Provide technical guidance to ensure strong design and impact
• Ensure compliance with WWF and GEF policies during development
• Manage internal review and submission processes
• Oversee implementation of WWF GEF projects in Tanzania
• Support GEF projects executing partners in adaptive management and problem-solving
• Monitor delivery, risks, safeguards, and compliance
• Ensure timely reporting to WWF GEF Agency
• Serve as WWF Tanzania’s focal point for WWF GEF-related coordination with government
• Maintain strong working relationships with relevant ministries and institutions
• Facilitate alignment between projects and national strategies
• Represent WWF Tanzania and WWF GEF Agency in national GEF-related meetings and coordination platforms
• Build understanding of GEF processes among government, partners, and WWF Tanzania teams
• Provide targeted training and guidance on project design and implementation
• Provide feedback to improve WWF GEF Agency tools and processes
• Share lessons learned from Tanzania portfolio

• Strong analytical, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Strong writing and reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Fluency in English and Swahili
• Results-oriented and able to work independently and deliver results under pressure
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
• Good judgement and decision-making
• Ability to work across institutions and teams
• Adaptability and accountability

• Bachelor’s degree and Master´s degree in environmental science, economics, public policy, or related field
• 6–8 years of relevant experience
• Strong experience in project design and management
• Experience working with government institutions in Tanzania
• Experience with GEF or similar multilateral funds
• Adherence to WWF’s four core values: Courage, Respect, Integrity, and Collaboration.