Job Summary
The Manager, Nature Programmes role will: i. Manage the delivery of FSD Africa’s work on nature-related finance within the context of FSD Africa’s strategy and the Nature Centre of Expertise’s focus, ensuring that the programme results in meaningful real-sector outcomes; ii. Co-ordinate the roll-out of Nature Centre of Expertise’s nature-related projects – including supporting the running of the African Natural Capital Alliance (ANCA) Secretariat – so that results are achieved, timelines are managed, and quality projects are delivered; ensuring that ongoing learning from projects is fully utilised to maximise impact and innovation; iii. Actively participate in the development and implementation of an advocacy and communications plan for the nature-related finance project portfolio; ensuring that the outcome is extensive awareness-building, engagement around topics of resilience financing, behavioural changes of stakeholders in both private and public spheres and mobilization of private capital; iv. Provide programme and operational management support to the Lead, as required in support of the Center of Expertise nature finance strategy and programming. The Manager, Nature Programmes may carry out any other duties or special assignments as assigned by the Management.
Qualifications and Education
- Master’s degree and 6 years of experience or Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of experience;
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications preferred;
- Excellent skills in written and spoken English.
Essential Experience, Knowledge, and Skills
- At least 6 years of professional experience, working in a field relevant to financial risk market development across multiple countries and institutions, including in Africa;
- Experience working in a complex and pioneering environment;
- Track record of managing relationships and influencing stakeholders in the financial sector in Africa; good influencing/ interpersonal skills;
- Good level of project management skills and experience of implementing projects with timeframes of 2-5 years;
- Track record of effectively managing people; including ability to motivate and coordinate teams;
- Ability to engage & influence convincingly at a senior management level;
- Ability to manage a project using digital platforms or tools to communicate;
- Ability to manage data/ documentation electronically;
- Ability to manage project portfolio with middle-level budget.
Important
Please use the application link to review the full job description and submit your application directly via the FSD Africa website.
Application Deadline: 3 February 2026, 5:00PM EAT.