Country Director - Angola

About the role

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is looking for a Country Director to lead its impact delivery projects and programs, country strategy and operations in Angola. The role reports to the Program Delivery Director and supervises a team delivering conservation programs and projects in the country office. It acts as the principal contact for government agencies and strategic partners, and plays a leading role in donor identification and partnership building.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the country strategy, including its monitoring, evaluation and learning, and report the country's impact and targets to TNC leadership
• Lead the implementation of all Angola conservation programs, keeping them on time and on budget, and oversee quarterly program reviews and budget management
• Contribute to fundraising and reporting to donors, working with the private and public fundraising teams
• Support policy development and manage relationships with government, communities, stakeholders and implementation partners, relaying their feedback to the organization
• Manage and mentor in-country staff, handle performance management, training and career development, make hiring decisions and foster cross-department collaboration

Required profile

• BA/BS degree and 10 years' experience in conservation practice, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; over 12 years preferred
• Experience directing a major program or project, including supervising multi-disciplinary teams and meeting deadlines
• Fundraising experience, including identifying and cultivating donors
• Supervisory experience and experience in partnership development with non-profits, community groups and government agencies
• Experience influencing and implementing conservation policy at provincial or country level, and managing the finances of a large program
• Fluent English and Portuguese, written, spoken and graphically
• Valid driver's license and compliance with TNC's Auto Safety Program; employment is contingent on a Vehicle Use Agreement

What we offer

• Competitive benefits tailored to the country, which may include health care, retirement, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance and disability coverage, plus an employee assistance program
• A flexible work environment