Operations and Impact Manager

Nsanga Conservation Zambia Ltd. • Full-time • Luambe National Park • ZMW 20k - ZMW 50k / month • 1w ago

Role Overview

The Operations and Impact Manager is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the organization’s strategic direction, operational efficiency, and impact delivery. This role bridges strategic program management with day-to-day operational oversight to ensure that all activities are aligned with our mission and adaptive to emerging conservation challenges.

You will lead the development of a mission-driven, data-informed operational framework with clearly defined targets and outcomes. In addition, you will play a key role in managing institutional relationships, especially with our German network, engaging with partners and donors, and contributing to high-level organizational and donor reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic oversight and ensure effective implementation across all organizational programs.
Lead operational planning, monitoring, and adaptive management processes to improve efficiency and impact.
Oversee the development and execution of Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) and impact measurement systems.
Maintain and strengthen relationships with key donors, research institutions, and conservation partners.
Contribute to donor reporting, proposal development, and strategic communication.
Support leadership in aligning project activities with the organization’s long-term goals and values.

Requirements

Education: MSc (or equivalent) in ecology, conservation biology, environmental management, or a closely related field.
Experience: Proven experience in the conservation sector in a management or senior operational role, including at least 2 years in Monitoring & Evaluation or impact assessment.
Language Skills: Native-level German (for interacting with our network of German donors, organizations and institutions) and fluent English (spoken and written).
Sector Knowledge: Demonstrated experience engaging with the German conservation landscape (e.g., donors, NGOs, research institutions).

Competencies:

Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with data management, GIS tools and R-Studio is an asset.

Other: Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

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