The director will head up this small, dynamic team and report to the Board of Directors.

Required qualifications, skills and experience

· A degree, preferably in a conservation/wildlife/project management/business management related subject and/or a wealth of experience in sanctuary management

· Practical experience in wild animal husbandry, care and rehabilitation

· Skills in animal management, preferably with several years’ experience working in Africa and running an NGO.

· Experience in developing and managing projects, people, teams, finance, budgets and administration

· A huge passion for wildlife conservation

· Be able to inspire and lead by example and have the ability to empower the team by encouraging them to progress, prosper & lead

· Ability to communicate and adapt to a wide variety of audiences and circumstances

· Fluent in verbal and written English

· Excellent organisational skills

· Excellent problem solving skills

· Capable of working long hours as the position requires

· Driving licence an advantage

Key responsibilities

Administration 

· Provide day-to-day leadership and administrative management in the support of the implementation of Libassa Wildlife Sanctuary programmes.

· Be responsible for and aid the manager in team management, development, discipline, welfare and motivation.

· Be responsible for managing key relationships with the Liberian government, NGO’s, donors and other stakeholders on a national and international level.

· Produce monthly, quarterly and yearly reports dependant on the board and other donor requirements.

· Ensure the social media is current and up-to-date.

· Write grant and funding proposals to support the sanctuary and ensure continuous funding.

· Attend meetings both national and international to ensure the sanctuary is represented and up-to-date at all times.

Finances

· Maintain the finances of the sanctuary on a monthly basis

· Authorise the expenditure of the sanctuary and maintain records on a daily basis

· Authorise and manage the funding

· Authorise and monitor the finances of major and minor works and renovations at the sanctuary

· Ensure all finances of funds and grants are completed to donor requirements

Wildlife 

· Liaise with the government in confiscations to ensure the wellbeing of animals from seizure to arrival at the sanctuary

· Along with the vet and manager ensure the welfare of all animals at the sanctuary is the priority at all times.

· Liaise with the government when animals are ready to be released to get permission and their assistance in the process.

· Facilitate and participate in donor/supporters visits to the sanctuary and project sites in conjunction with all participating parties

· Raise awareness in the many different facets of Liberian wildlife including: The Law, zoonotic diseases, conservation, wildlife trafficking, conservation, biodiversity etc.

What the sanctuary will provide:

· Salary will be commensurate with experience

· Food and accommodation on site

· Entry and working visa

· Internet

· Free access to Libassa Eco Lodge www.libassa.com

What you will need to provide:

· Flight (reimbursed after 12 months)

· Vaccinations and covid certificate

· Health Insurance