Lac Tele Community Reserve Program Manager

The Lac Tele Community Reserve Program Manager position is a full-time, country-level role with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in the Republic of Congo, focusing on managing conservation programs, grants, and project coordination within the Lac Tele Community Reserve. The role involves overseeing technical programs, ensuring alignment with conservation priorities, and supporting community and environmental initiatives. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a closing deadline of October 25, 2026 for formal submissions via the provided link.⁠​​​‌​‌​​​‌‌‌‌‌​‌​​​‌​​‌​‌​​​​​​‌⁠

What it offers

This is a full-time, country-level position at WCS Congo, managing conservation programs, grants, and project coordination in the Lac Tele Community Reserve. The role includes program planning, budget management, grant oversight, staff recruitment, and adherence to WCS’s program guidelines. The position coordinates with finance, administration, logistics, law enforcement, technical advisors, and regional support teams to implement conservation and community outcomes aligned with the LTCR Management Plan. Major responsibilities include writing funding proposals, annual reports, and ensuring high-quality implementation across technical areas such as social and environmental safeguards, livelihoods, health, education, and natural resource management.

Who can apply

This position is open to candidates with relevant experience in conservation management, program coordination, and grant management, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa or similar environments. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and cross-functional collaboration skills, with a preference for candidates with experience in community conservation, project implementation, and WCS’s operational frameworks. No explicit nationality or citizenship requirements are stated, but the role is based in the Republic of Congo.

How to apply

Interested candidates must apply through the WCS Jobs Portal. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a formal closing deadline of October 25, 2026 for submission.

Good to know

• The position is full-time and based in Epena, Likouala Department, Republic of Congo.
• WCS is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates.
• No explicit salary or benefits details are provided in the source.
• The role reports to the Lac Tele Community Reserve Director (Administrative) and RoC Program Manager (Technical).