North West Regional Manage

Location: Ambanja, Madagascar, with regular travel to Mahajamba and other places in the Northwest of Madagascar and to the capital city Antananarivo, and occasionally to other locations in Madagascar and internationally

Closing date for applications: Ongoing

Start date: 1st June 2020

Contract duration: Fixed term- 2 year contract, with a 3-month probation period

Contract type: National contract

Remuneration: Competitive salary based on experience

Organisation overview

Blue Ventures is an award-winning marine conservation organisation working to rebuild tropical fisheries with coastal communities. We’re committed to protecting marine biodiversity in ways that benefit coastal people. We work in places where the ocean is vital to local cultures and economies, and where there is a fundamental unmet need to support human development.

Summary job description

The Northwest Madagascar Regional Manager (NWRM) is an important leadership role within the Blue Ventures Madagascar programme team. The NWRM is responsible for overseeing the safe, effective and efficient delivery of Blue Ventures’ activities in two vital ecosystems in Northwest Madagascar – Tsimipaika Bay and Mahajamba Bay. 

Setting the example for our culture and values, you will lead a dynamic, multi-disciplinary, team of 50+ colleagues across two coastal locations (Tsimipaika and Mahajamba Bay), and our support offices in Ambanja and Mahajanga. Driving continuous improvement in operational effectiveness, the NWRM is responsible for creating a positive professional environment that protects, nurtures and develops the talents of our team.

The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, proactive and organised individual, with strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience in managing large projects, building partnerships and developing strategies in the development and/or conservation sectors.

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Application Process

Candidates should apply online from the website.

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and first-round interviews may be conducted with short-listed candidates before the application deadline.

All shortlisted candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date.