Community Conservation Coordinator
Quick answer
Wildlife Conservation Society is hiring a mid-level Community Conservation Coordinator in Gabon to define, implement, and monitor community conservation strategies, with a focus on human rights-based approaches and alignment with WCS policies.
- Role
- Community Conservation Coordinator
- Organization
- Wildlife Conservation Society
- Location
- Libreville, Gabon
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The Community Conservation Coordinator is responsible for defining, implementing, and monitoring WCS Gabon’s community conservation strategy, ensuring that conservation initiatives are grounded in human rights-based approaches and aligned with WCS strategies, policies, and standards.
What you'll do
- Development and implementation of the community conservation strategy
- Supervise technical assistants, project managers, research assistants, and field teams involved in community activities
- Train field teams in community-based conservation approaches and outreach methods
- Engage and build relationships with local communities, community leaders, and local authorities
- Ensure that activities comply with WCS’s community conservation standards and national regulations
What it takes
- Master’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, rural development, conservation, natural resource management, anthropology, sociology, or a related field
- At least 7 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 3 years in roles involving coordination, team supervision, or program/project management
- Substantial experience in designing and implementing community-based conservation approaches, local development, or community-based natural resource governance
- Proven experience working directly with rural communities and Indigenous peoples, including in facilitating participatory processes and multi-stakeholder consultations
- Experience in operational planning, monitoring work plans and indicators, and supervising teams and/or implementing partners
- A solid understanding, backed by practical experience, of rights-based approaches, inclusive participation, and the principles of FPIC, social safeguards, and grievance mechanisms
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Libreville, Gabon.
What is the compensation package?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in social sciences, rural development, conservation, or a related field, at least 7 years of relevant professional experience, and substantial experience in community-based conservation approaches.
How do I apply?
Interested candidates should apply to the provided link by November 6, 2026.
Is the job remote?
The job is in-office and requires frequent travel to WCS project sites in Gabon.
How to apply
Apply directly on Wildlife Conservation Society's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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