Exciting Career Opportunity: Join the Maasai Mara Wildlife Conservancies Association (MMWCA)!
Are you passionate about community engagement and environmental conservation? The Maasai Mara Wildlife Conservancies Association (MMWCA) is looking for a dedicated and experienced Carbon Engagement Officer to play a vital role in the implementation of the One Mara Carbon Project. This initiative aims to provide an additional revenue stream for the Mara Conservancies, strengthening the conservancy model beyond tourism dependency.
We invite qualified candidates who are enthusiastic about making a difference in local communities and conservation efforts to apply.
Job Title: Carbon Engagement Officer
- Supervisor: Senior Programmes Officer – Governance
- Job Location: Aitong, Maasai Mara, Narok County
- Job Type: Full-time
The Role
The Carbon Engagement Officer will serve as the main link between the One Mara Carbon Project and various stakeholders, including local communities, conservancy management, tourism operators, and research organizations. The officer will be responsible for coordinating community engagement activities to ensure the successful implementation of the project.
Key Responsibilities
1. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Act as the primary liaison between the project team and key stakeholders within the Mara landscape.
- Maintain strong relationships and effective communication with communities, conservancy management, tourism operators, and research organizations.
- Lead awareness and education campaigns on the One Mara Carbon Project, ensuring that stakeholders understand carbon financing and their roles in its success.
- Develop and distribute Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials to enhance stakeholder knowledge.
- Ensure transparent information flow between all stakeholders through strategic communications.
2. Community Mobilization & Participation
- Engage with community members, local leaders, and groups to build trust, support, and promote the project’s goals.
- Facilitate community consultations, meetings, and workshops to ensure inclusivity in planning and decision-making.
- Address concerns from community members and ensure meaningful participation in project activities.
- Promote local capacity-building and training programs, encouraging community participation in carbon monitoring, restoration, and management efforts.
3. Compliance & Ethical Standards
- Ensure free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) standards are established and maintained for all One Mara Carbon Project activities.
- Monitor compliance with community engagement and conservation standards.
- Assist in obtaining necessary permissions for community-related activities.
4. Conflict Resolution & Problem-Solving
- Act as the knowledge custodian on carbon financing within MMWCA and provide insights to stakeholders.
- Support conflict resolution efforts to address any issues arising during project implementation.
- Synthesize feedback from community engagements into improved strategies for the project.
5. Project Coordination & Reporting
- Maintain a stakeholder map to ensure efficient information flow between all relevant parties.
- Support the Senior Programmes Officer – Governance in implementing the One Mara Carbon Project communication strategy.
- Coordinate exposure visits and reciprocal knowledge exchanges with other landscapes implementing carbon-financing initiatives.
- Assist in generating donor reports and ensuring timely submission in compliance with institutional and donor requirements.
- Prepare and present progress reports, project briefs, and updates to relevant stakeholders.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Minimum five (5) years of experience working with communities and conservancies in the Maasai Mara ecosystem.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, conflict resolution, and report-writing skills.
- Fluency in Maa is highly desirable.
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications and are eager to contribute to this impactful initiative, we encourage you to apply.
Application Submission Details:
Send your application to the Chief Executive Officer, Maasai Mara Wildlife Conservancies Association via email at:
Deadline: Applications must reach us by close of business on March 21st, 2025.
Your application should include:
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting your relevant experience.
- A daytime telephone contact, email address, and three professional referees.
Join us in making a lasting impact on conservation and community engagement in the Maasai Mara ecosystem!
