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Title | Country Manager - Mongolia (Full-Time / Permanent) |
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About UsThe Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by carrying out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation action. Role ProfileZSL is seeking an individual with extensive management experience to lead and drive the expansion of the ZSL Mongolia Country Programme. The successful candidate will be ZSL’s representative in Mongolia and be responsible for the effective implementation of ZSL’s conservation work in country. The post holder will report to ZSL’s South and Central Asia Programme Manager in London and oversee all ZSL’s operations in Mongolia.
The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues in the South and Central Asia team and other ZSL staff to continue our existing activities and expand the scope of our work in Mongolia in order to contribute to ZSL’s overall conservation objectives. The post holder will work to build on achievements to date, strengthen existing partnerships, explore and develop new relationships and secure funding to support the programme. Main Duties and Responsibilities
Person SpecificationThis is a senior management level position which requires proven experience of managing multiple projects, teams of people and associated resources in developing countries, ideally Mongolia. The successful applicant will have a track record of securing and managing funds from a range of funding sources and experience of developing and managing relationships with partners and donors. Ideallycandidates will also have:
Please note: The post will be based in Ulaanbaatar with national travel to attend meetings and workshops and to visit field sites in Mongolia. Some travel within South and South Central Asia may also be required. The position is to start as soon as possible.
For a full Job Description please click here. To ApplyApplicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability) and can do this by clicking the "Apply for this job online" button below. If you have any queries regarding this position or when applying through the system please contact Human Resources at hr@zsl.org.
Closing Date for Applications: Midnight Sunday 29th October 2017. The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: no. 208728. |