Conservation and Research Manager

African Parks Network Akagera National Park, Eastern Province, Rwanda

Contract Closes 15 Nov 2026 · 13 days left

Akagera National Park, Eastern Province, Rwanda Contract Closes 15 Nov 2026

This role involves managing conservation research, ecological monitoring, and wildlife protection at Akagera National Park in Rwanda. Responsibilities include leading the Conservation and Research Department, overseeing fieldwork (e.g., rhino tracking, predator-prey studies), managing research teams, compiling data for park management reports, and coordinating veterinary operations. The position requires a Master’s Degree in ecology/wildlife conservation, 5+ years of experience (2+ in supervision), fluency in English/French/Kinyarwanda, and technical skills in conservation tech (e.g., EarthRanger, ArcGIS). The contract offers fieldwork experience in a critical protected area and leadership opportunities.