CONSERVANCY MANAGER, LETEA COMMUNITY CONSERVANCY
Location: Letea, Turkana West Sub-County, Turkana County
Job Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Conservancy Board, through the Board
Chairman
Application Deadline: Friday, 18 September 2026
About Letea Community Conservancy
Letea Community Conservancy is a legally registered,
community-owned and community-led organisation located in Letea Ward, Turkana
West Sub-County, Turkana County, approximately 45 kilometres from Kakuma Town
off the A1 Road.
The Conservancy covers an estimated 2,909.40 square
kilometres and forms an important livestock and wildlife corridor connecting
the Kenya–Uganda landscape. It is predominantly inhabited by pastoralist
communities whose livelihoods are closely linked to livestock production and
the sustainable use of natural resources.
As a member conservancy under the umbrella of the Northern
Rangelands Trust (NRT), Letea Community Conservancy promotes an integrated
approach to conservation that combines biodiversity protection, sustainable
livelihoods, community participation and natural resource management.
The Conservancy also plays an important role in promoting
peaceful coexistence across the landscape. Through community-led conservation
and collaboration with local stakeholders, Letea seeks to foster a landscape
where people, livestock and wildlife can coexist sustainably while improving
the social and economic wellbeing of neighbouring communities.
The Opportunity
Letea Community Conservancy is seeking a Conservancy
Manager to provide strategic leadership and oversee the day-to-day
operations of the Conservancy.
Reporting to the Conservancy Board, through the Board
Chairman, and working closely with the NRT team, the Manager will lead the
development and implementation of a sustainable, financially viable and
community-centred conservancy model that balances wildlife and
environmental conservation with sustainable tourism, livestock production and
other income-generating enterprises.
The Manager will be responsible for ensuring that Letea
maintains its ecological integrity and conservation objectives while delivering
meaningful and sustainable benefits to local communities. The role will also
strengthen governance, stakeholder partnerships and institutional capacity,
while contributing to improved community livelihoods and socio-economic
resilience.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing
all conservancy activities such as wildlife conservation, livestock
programs, security operations and other community development programs.
- Managing
community relations to ensure long-term self-sustainability, strong
conservation and benefits to communities.
- Developing
appropriate attitudes to working with all staff and stakeholders and
building community ownership.
- Managing,
training and mentoring conservancy staff and appraising their performance
to ensure motivation and high productivity.
- Overseeing
management of all conservancy budgets, expenses and revenue, ensure clear
record keeping, accurate budgeting and compliance with NRT and donor
financial procedures.
- Planning
and implementing efficient operating procedures for the Conservancy.
- Ensuring
effective and efficient utilization of financial and other resources of
the organization.
- Preparing
project proposals and reports for funding to donor individuals and
organizations.
- Managing
all conservancy logistics to ensure compliance with conservancy
regulations and efficiencies.
- Maintaining
conservancy assets at a serviceable level.
- Undertaking
capacity building of the various conservancy Board committees.
- Supporting
infrastructure development and ensuring community ownership.
- Enhancing
conservancy visibility.
- Leading
peace-building initiatives.
- Reinforcing
the role of women and youth in bringing about peace and collaboration.
- Any
other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate should have:
- A
Bachelor’s degree in Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Wildlife
Management, Rangelands Management, Community Development or a related
field from a recognised university.
- A
minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience.
- Demonstrated
ability to think creatively and solve problems effectively.
- A
strong drive for results and the ability to work independently and as part
of a team.
- Experience
working with diverse stakeholders and communities and coordinating,
leading and motivating multidisciplinary teams.
- In-depth
knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to wildlife conservation and
natural resource management.
- Demonstrated
ability to work effectively in remote areas and cross-cultural settings
involving people from diverse economic and professional backgrounds.
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
- Proficiency
in computer applications and relevant software.
- A firm
understanding of pastoralist customary livestock practices and community
engagement processes.
Desired Technical and Behavioural Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Excellent
interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective
partnerships and working relationships.
- Strong
understanding of pastoralist customary practices and community engagement
processes.
- Strong
leadership capacity, particularly in facilitating dialogue among mixed
groups.
- Good
organisational and presentation skills.
- The
ability to build and lead effective teams.
Full Job Description
Please download the detailed job description for full
responsibilities, qualifications, competencies, and application requirements.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit
their applications addressed to the Chairman, Letea Community Conservancy.
Applications should include:
- A
cover letter.
- A
detailed Curriculum Vitae highlighting relevant experience.
- Copies
of academic and professional certificates.
- Copy
of National ID.
- Testimonials.
- Daytime
telephone contact.
- Email
address.
- Names
and contact details of three professional referees.
Applications should be submitted by close of business on
Friday, 18 September 2026, via email to letea@nrt-kenya.org, or by
directly applying through the “Apply Now” button on the full job
description, which links to an online Applicants Details Form.
Applicants are required to complete all fields in the Applicants
Details Form and attach all requested documents before submitting their
application.
Letea Community Conservancy is an equal opportunity employer
and is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal access to employment
opportunities. Women, Youth, Persons living with disabilities, marginalized
groups and minority communities are encouraged to apply.
CONSERVANCY MANAGER, NAWUONTOS COMMUNITY CONSERVANCY
Location: Kalobeyei, Turkana West Sub-County, Turkana
County
Job Type: Full-time
Reporting to: Conservancy Board, through the Board
Chairman
Application Deadline: Friday, 18 September 2026
About Nawuontos Community Conservancy
Nawuontos Community Conservancy is a legally registered,
community-owned and community-led organisation located in Kalobeyei Ward,
Turkana West Sub-County, Turkana County, approximately 85 kilometres from
Kakuma Town off the A1 Road.
The Conservancy covers an estimated 1,600 square kilometres
and forms an important livestock and wildlife corridor connecting the
Kenya–Uganda landscape. It is predominantly inhabited by pastoralist
communities whose livelihoods are closely linked to livestock production and
the sustainable use of natural resources.
As a member conservancy under the umbrella of the Northern
Rangelands Trust (NRT), Nawuontos Community Conservancy promotes an integrated
approach to conservation that combines biodiversity protection, sustainable
livelihoods, community participation and natural resource management.
The Conservancy also plays an important role in promoting
peaceful coexistence across the landscape. Through community-led conservation
and collaboration with local stakeholders, Nawuontos seeks to foster a
landscape where people, livestock and wildlife can coexist sustainably while
improving the social and economic wellbeing of neighbouring communities.
The Opportunity
Nawuontos Community Conservancy is seeking a Conservancy
Manager to provide strategic leadership and oversee the day-to-day
operations of the Conservancy.
Reporting to the Conservancy Board, through the Board
Chairman, and working closely with the NRT team, the Manager will lead the
development and implementation of a sustainable, financially viable and
community-centred conservancy model that balances wildlife and
environmental conservation with sustainable tourism, livestock production and
other income-generating enterprises.
The Manager will be responsible for ensuring that Nawuontos
maintains its ecological integrity and conservation objectives while delivering
meaningful and sustainable benefits to local communities. The role will also
strengthen governance, stakeholder partnerships and institutional capacity,
while contributing to improved community livelihoods and socio-economic
resilience.
Key Responsibilities
- Overseeing
all conservancy activities such as wildlife conservation, livestock
programs, security operations and other community development programs.
- Managing
community relations to ensure long-term self-sustainability, strong
conservation and benefits to communities.
- Developing
appropriate attitudes to working with all staff and stakeholders and
building community ownership.
- Managing,
training and mentoring conservancy staff and appraising their performance
to ensure motivation and high productivity.
- Overseeing
management of all conservancy budgets, expenses and revenue, ensure clear
record keeping, accurate budgeting and compliance with NRT and donor
financial procedures.
- Planning
and implementing efficient operating procedures for the Conservancy.
- Ensuring
effective and efficient utilization of financial and other resources of
the organization.
- Preparing
project proposals and reports for funding to donor individuals and
organizations.
- Managing
all conservancy logistics to ensure compliance with conservancy
regulations and efficiencies.
- Maintaining
conservancy assets at a serviceable level.
- Undertaking
capacity building of the various conservancy Board committees.
- Supporting
infrastructure development and ensuring community ownership.
- Enhancing
conservancy visibility.
- Leading
peace-building initiatives.
- Reinforcing
the role of women and youth in bringing about peace and collaboration.
- Any
other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate should have:
- A
Bachelor’s degree in Conservation, Natural Resource Management, Wildlife
Management, Rangelands Management, Community Development or a related
field from a recognised university.
- A
minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience.
- Demonstrated
ability to think creatively and solve problems effectively.
- A
strong drive for results and the ability to work independently and as part
of a team.
- Experience
working with diverse stakeholders and communities and coordinating,
leading and motivating multidisciplinary teams.
- In-depth
knowledge of and demonstrated commitment to wildlife conservation and
natural resource management.
- Demonstrated
ability to work effectively in remote areas and cross-cultural settings
involving people from diverse economic and professional backgrounds.
- Excellent
verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
- Proficiency
in computer applications and relevant software.
- A firm
understanding of pastoralist customary livestock practices and community
engagement processes.
Desired Technical and Behavioural Competencies
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
- Excellent
interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective
partnerships and working relationships.
- Strong
understanding of pastoralist customary practices and community engagement
processes.
- Strong
leadership capacity, particularly in facilitating dialogue among mixed
groups.
- Good
organisational and presentation skills.
- The
ability to build and lead effective teams.
Full Job Description
Please download the detailed job description for full
responsibilities, qualifications, competencies, and application requirements.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit
their applications addressed to the Chairman, Nawuontos Community
Conservancy.
Applications should include:
- A
cover letter.
- A
detailed Curriculum Vitae highlighting relevant experience.
- Copies
of academic and professional certificates.
- Copy
of National ID.
- Testimonials.
- Daytime
telephone contact.
- Email
address.
- Names
and contact details of three professional referees.
Applications should be submitted by close of business on
Friday, 18 September 2026, via email to nawountos@nrt-kenya.org, or
by directly applying through the “Apply Now” button on the full job
description, which links to an online Applicants Details Form.
Applicants are required to complete all fields in the Applicants
Details Form and attach all requested documents before submitting their
application.
Nawuontos Community Conservancy is an equal opportunity
employer and is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal access to
employment opportunities. Women, Youth, Persons living with disabilities,
marginalized groups and minority communities are encouraged to apply.
Payables and Receivables Accountant at Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT)
About the Role
The Northern Rangelands Trust (NRT) is seeking a qualified
and experienced Payables and Receivables Accountant to support
the organization’s financial operations through effective management of
accounts payable, receivable processes, cash flow, and grant-related financial
reporting.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring
accurate financial records, timely processing of payments and receivables,
compliance with donor and organizational requirements, and strong financial
accountability across NRT operations and projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Process
and verify vendor invoices and payments
- Manage
accounts receivable processes, invoicing, and payment tracking
- Conduct
bank reconciliations and support cash flow management
- Support
the financial management of donor-funded and conservancy-based projects
- Maintain
accurate financial records and accounting documentation
- Prepare
financial reports, reconciliations, and expenditure analyses
- Support
audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and donor
requirements
- Contribute
to process improvement and strengthening of internal controls
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s
degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a
related field
- CPA
qualification (minimum Section Four)
- At
least 6 years of experience in accounts payable, receivables,
reconciliations, and cash management
- Experience
supporting donor-funded projects or grants management is an added
advantage
- Familiarity
with accounting systems, ERP platforms, and financial reporting tools
- Registration
with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) will
be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
- Strong
analytical and reconciliation skills
- High
level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Proficiency
in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
- Strong
communication and relationship management skills
- High
integrity, accountability, and organizational skills
- Ability
to manage multiple priorities and work independently