What We Can Achieve Together:

The Forest and Land Conservation Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the planning and delivery of terrestrial habitat and wildlife corridor conservation within and around the Malagarasi–Moyowosi complex in Western Tanzania. Based in either Kigoma or Tabora and reporting to the Western Tanzania Program Director, the role leads an integrated portfolio that brings together science, policy, and on‑the‑ground action to secure critical habitats and ecological connectivity across village, district, and reserve landscapes. The position guides spatial prioritization and field implementation efforts that aim to upgrade the protection status of biologically significant areas and to improve the management effectiveness of protected and conserved areas such as Wildlife Management Areas, Village Land Forest Reserves, and Local Nature Reserves. This work is carried out through participatory, technical, and legal processes involving government authorities, communities, and other key partners.

A central focus of the role is scaling forest landscape restoration interventions that reduce degradation and encroachment while strengthening resilience for both people and nature. The Manager designs and oversees restoration efforts in riparian and gallery forests, woodlands, and degraded slopes using approaches such as assisted natural regeneration, farmer‑managed natural regeneration, enrichment planting with native species, soil and water conservation practices, and targeted fire and invasive species management. The role requires close day‑to‑day collaboration with local governments, national agencies, civil society, community institutions, research partners, and the private sector. It also entails oversight of field operations, work plans, budgets, consultants, and grants, ensuring full compliance with TNC and donor requirements, including environmental and social safeguards, FPIC, health and safety, and anti‑fraud policies. The Manager documents and shares lessons learned, represents the program in relevant forums, and supports policy engagement that advances effective protection, co‑management, and restoration across the Malagarasi–Moyowosi landscape.

We’re Looking for You:

Main responsibilities include:

• Lead spatial planning and implementation for terrestrial habitat and corridor conservation across priority landscapes, ensuring site selection aligns with Basin‑wide 2030 targets and connectivity objectives.

• Advance legal upgrading and secure durable protection of key habitats by supporting the establishment and expansion of networks of protected and conserved areas (including Wildlife Management Areas—WMAs, Village Land Forest Reserves—VLFRs, Local Nature Reserves, and relevant district or central forest reserves) through participatory, technical, and legal processes with appropriate authorities.
• Lead forest landscape restoration in priority zones, including riparian and gallery forests, hillslopes, and degraded woodlands, using approaches such as assisted natural regeneration, farmer‑managed natural regeneration (FMNR), enrichment planting with native species, nursery and seed system development, and soil and water conservation techniques.
• Lead spatial analysis and data management by mapping Key Biodiversity Areas, corridors, and threats; monitoring forest cover and land‑use change through remote sensing and field verification; and overseeing GIS systems, data quality, and reporting.
• Establish and implement monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) systems aligned with Basin‑level indicators covering biodiversity, connectivity, threat reduction, livelihoods, governance, and equity, while synthesizing evidence to support adaptive management and policy engagement.
• Improve management effectiveness of protected and conserved areas through actions such as patrol planning and SMART tool use, ecological and socio‑economic monitoring, fire management, human–wildlife conflict mitigation, and invasive species control.
• Structure conservation agreements and performance‑based incentives with villages and WMAs, establishing monitoring, reporting, and verification systems and managing payments tied to measurable habitat and governance outcomes.
• Lead or support development of communications products and learning exchanges, represent TNC at technical and stakeholder forums, and document and disseminate lessons learned.
• Represent TNC’s land and forestry portfolio in local and regional forums, and prepare technical briefs, maps, and presentations for stakeholders and donors.
• Coordinate participatory land‑use planning processes such as Village Land Use Plans (VLUPs), village boundary harmonization, and the development of conservation by‑laws that safeguard corridors, floodplains, riparian buffers, and other sensitive ecosystems.
• Support the establishment and strengthening of co‑management governance structures, including WMA Authorized Associations, Village Natural Resource Committees (VNRCs), and Joint Forest Management arrangements.
• Contribute to resource mobilization efforts, including developing concept notes, proposals, budgets, donor engagement materials, and reports.
• Supervise the Regenerative Agriculture and Climate Adaptation Specialist, including responsibilities for performance management, training, and career development.
• Resolve complex problems independently with minimal supervision.

What You’ll Bring:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in forestry, natural resource management, conservation, environmental science, ecology, or a related field; or equivalent professional experience.
• 7 years of experience in land and forest conservation, protected/conserved area governance, and/or landscape restoration in Tanzania or the broader East African region.
• Demonstrated experience in participatory land‑use planning (VLUPs), establishment and management of WMAs, VLFRs, or similar community-based governance mechanisms, as well as corridor and connectivity initiatives.
• Practical expertise in forest landscape restoration (ANR/FMNR, enrichment planting), fire management, and threat mitigation, including the use of monitoring tools such as SMART, ecological surveys, and remote sensing/GIS.
• Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships with village institutions, district councils, national agencies (e.g., MNRT, TFS, TAWA/TANAPA), NGOs, and community-based organizations.
• Strong program management skills, including work planning, budgeting, procurement oversight, and donor reporting, with familiarity in safeguards and compliance requirements.
• Fluency in Kiswahili and professional proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to remote field sites.
• Experience negotiating complex agreements.
• Supervisory experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree (e.g., MSc) in a relevant field and over 10 years of experience in land and forest conservation, protected/conserved area governance, and/or landscape restoration in Tanzania or the broader East African region.

• Familiarity with Tanzanian land, forest, wildlife, and environmental policies and procedures, as well as ESMS, FPIC, and gender and social inclusion principles.
• Proficiency in GIS/remote sensing and data management, with the ability to translate spatial analysis into operational plans.
• Strong facilitation, negotiation, and conflict‑resolution skills, with the ability to communicate technical issues clearly to diverse audiences.
• Existing relationships in Western Tanzania (Kigoma, Tabora, and surrounding districts) and knowledge of the Malagarasi–Moyowosi ecosystem.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Politically savvy, with an ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.

What We Bring:

Since 1951, The Nature Conservancy has been doing work you can believe in protecting the lands and waters that all life depends on. Through grassroots action, TNC has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff, we impact conservation throughout the world!

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including: health care benefits, retirement/ gratuity plan, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellbeing benefits. Learn more about our benefits at in the Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We’re proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellbeing, and flexibility needs of the people we employ!

TSH 12,000,000- 150,000,000 Per annum

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.”

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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