County Conservancies Coordinator- Turkana County

The Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) and the project consortium are seeking a qualified and experienced professional to serve as County Conservancies Coordinator – Turkana County.

The successful candidate will support the growth and sustainability of community conservancies by strengthening governance, promoting sustainable natural resource management, and enhancing livelihoods across the region.

This role will be central to:

• Coordinating conservancy operations
  

• Strengthening partnerships with government and stakeholders
  

• Promoting inclusive leadership and decision-making
  

• Supporting conservation-linked enterprises and livelihoods
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, or a related field
  

• At least 5 years’ experience working with diverse communities
  

• Strong understanding of conservation, natural resource management, and community development
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital communication tools
  

• Coordinate implementation of conservancy activities and programs
  

• Support governance structures, including boards and community forums
  

• Build the capacity of conservancy leadership, staff, women, and youth
  

• Guide the development of conservation and community development plans
  

• Promote community engagement and awareness of conservation benefits
  

• Support enterprise development (e.g. tourism, livestock, natural products)
  

• Strengthen communication and feedback between conservancies and communities
  

• Support monitoring, reporting, and program implementation