Head of Operations and Development

Reference Number RR_2026_SCCA_008 Description Duration: Contract (12 months) Reporting to: Conservancy Manager Location: Mwandi, Western Province, Zambia BACKGROUND The Sesheke and Sekute Chiefdoms have agreed to jointly establish the Simalaha Community Conservancy to promote conservation and development through a wildlife economy. The Conservancy is pioneering a model of development led by the communities, based on the sound management and conservation of their natural resources. The Conservancy was registered as a Trust under the Land Act in 2019. As a body corporate, it is governed by a Board of Trustees, which provides strategic guidance, and relies on its Conservancy Management Unit (CMU) to manage the Conservancy and implement its long-term vision. JOB PURPOSE The Trust is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Operations and Development to coordinate and implement the various operational programmes of the Unit, with the oversight of the Conservancy Manager. The Head of Operations and Development will play a key leadership role within the Unit’s senior management team and will report directly to the Conservancy Manager. The Head of Operations and Development is expected to be a high achiever who is implementation-oriented, adaptable, and solution-focused, with strong attention to detail and a commitment to accountability. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Main responsibilities Coordination and supervision of the Unit’s operational departments and their programmes. Coordination of development of the Conservancy’s operational workplan and budgets. Ensure achievement of the programme’s intended outputs and objectives, within approved budgets and time frame. Administration and Finance Supervise the management of assets and resources. Ensure that the Conservancy’s operational budget is properly developed and managed. Ensure that the Conservancy adheres to best practices in procurement. Ensure the Conservancy funds are administered in accordance with clearly set polici