Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN) Wildlife Funds Manager – Keystone 2026: Remote Conservation Job Opportunity in Africa

Overview

The Wildlife Conservation Network is seeking a Wildlife Funds Manager for its Keystone portfolio. This remote position provides an opportunity to support international conservation efforts by administering and coordinating funding initiatives that protect threatened wildlife species and their essential habitats. Priority consideration is given to citizens and permanent residents of African countries.

What you get

The position offers an opportunity to work with an international conservation organisation supporting projects that protect threatened species and their habitats. The successful candidate will contribute directly to the administration and coordination of conservation funding initiatives, working closely with Wildlife Fund leadership, grantees, donors, finance departments, and other internal teams.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a Bachelor degree or higher qualification and have at least five years of experience in grants management, grant writing, or a related administrative field. Candidates need strong computer literacy, including experience using databases such as Salesforce and familiarity with Google Workspace and related digital tools. Additional requirements include an understanding of the conservation sector and the operations of conservation NGOs, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and excellent written and spoken English. Professional proficiency in French or Swahili is preferred.

Requirements

The role requires overseeing grant administration and financial management by preparing grant agreements, coordinating payments, maintaining financial records, managing databases, and ensuring compliance with organisational policies. Responsibilities also include programme coordination and project management, such as monitoring grant reports, tracking deadlines, recording conservation impact information, and supporting committee meetings. Additionally, the manager will support communications and donor engagement by preparing proposals, developing reports, and coordinating with the communications team to collect conservation stories and maintain databases.