ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Project Leadership and Management

• Responsible for providing all mandatory landscape & project documents (ESSF, ESMF, Landscape Strategy and ToC, Project Concept & Proposal, AWP, Result Monitoring, Risk Assessment and Mitigation plan).
• Responsible for overseeing the implementation of Peusangan Elephant Conservation project, ensuring timely and effective delivery of project outputs.
• Maintain direct access to ground teams while providing strategic oversight and guidance to the team, who reports to the Project Manager on progress, challenges, and needs. WWF-Indonesia ǀ 2025 JOB DESCRIPTION Aceh Program Manager Bireun, Aceh Ver. 01 | April, 2026
• Oversee the development and implementation of detailed project work plans, budgets, and monitoring frameworks.
• Ensure project milestones are achieved in alignment with WWF Indonesia’s conservation goals.
• Working in close coordination with the Technical Advisers of the project to support the planning of the project under this role’s responsibilities (to include implementation strategy, timeline, budget, log frame and M&E plan). This includes any other relevant team in WWF Indonesia and WWF Network, in particular working in close coordination and with the Head of Forest & Wildlife Program of Sumatra to integrate conservation objectives into the project.
• Ensure adequate and sufficient input and expertise is provided by the relevant team and expert on the conservation and sustainable financing approach.
• Demonstrate exemplary role in consistently upholding WWF’s mission, policies, procedures, and the Network’s values and standards including the Statement of Principles and Conservation Frameworks in all aspects of programs/projects.
• Report to Advisory Committee and coordinate with the Technical Advisers to align strategies and ensure project success.
• Promote organizational and team values and culture in all work activities.

B. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationship with PT Tusam Hutani Lestari as the main partner of the project
• Build and maintain strong relationship with BKSDA Aceh, Directorate of Ecosystem recovery and preservation area of The Ministry of Forestry as main government counterparts.
• Build strong relationships with national, provincial, and local government agencies, local communities, NGOs, private sector actors, and other key stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with national and global donor communities.
• Facilitate and manage partnerships to support sustainable forest and wildlife protection, agroforestry businesses, and other community-based conservation efforts.
• Ensure effective communication and engagement with local communities, ensuring that project benefits are clearly understood and felt by all stakeholders.

C. Work Planning & Implementation

• Responsible for the process, quality of the Work Plan and its compliance with the project documents and landscape strategy and conduct screening for compliance with Social and Environmental safeguards.
• Routinely, in accordance with the provisions for submission to related units (WP, Budget Plan, HR Plan, Procurement Plan, ESSF and RISK Management)
• Responsible for ensuring and monitoring the implementation of the Work Plan along with the suitability of its funding allocation.
• Responsible for developing the Environmental Social Mitigation Framework, identifying risks and mitigating them, and implementing both (ESMF and Risk Mitigation).
• Responsible for ensuring the consultation and collaboration with PT Tusam Hutani Lestari as the main partner of the project.
• Responsible for ensuring the consultation and collaboration with BKSDA Aceh and Directorate of Ecosystem recovery and preservation area of The Ministry of Forestry as the main government counterparts.
• Responsible for ensuring consultation and collaboration with local governments, communities, CSO/CBO partners and universities and management authorities at the project location.
• Responsible for ensuring that grant recipients carry out activities in accordance with the project's annual work plan documents and administrative and financial standards.
• Responsible for ensuring that data collection by grant recipients is in accordance with the guidelines and standards used by WWF Indonesia.
• Responsible for maintaining regular communication and coordination with relevant Donors and relevant WWF Network partners and WWF Communities of Practice.
• Responsible for developing scientific topic frameworks relevant to their projects and implementing them in coordination with Conservation Experts/Advisors.
• Responsible for developing ToRs for sub-grant contracts for their project implementers if available, providing quality control for sub-grant contract implementation reports, and carrying out necessary administrative management for sub-grant contracts.
• Responsible for developing procurement ToRs for the procurement of equipment/assets that may be required to support the work of their grantees.
• Consult with other Program Heads in establishing communication with donors/networks regarding projects, programs, opportunities, challenges.

D. Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting

• Monitor and evaluate project progress, identifying challenges and implementing adaptive management solutions.
• Ensure that monitoring activities take place, as follows: monitor progress on the spend of funds allocated to the project ensuring spend is on track; monitor progress of delivery against the agreed work plans to ensure that the project is achieving their objectives; work with Head of Forest & Wildlife in Sumara to support appropriate adaptive management actions if the project is not delivering against objectives, or if there are significant changes to personnel, budgets, the political situation etc. that might compromise project performance. If necessary, raise these concerns with the Program Director, Chief Conservation Officer, and relevant senior management team in WWF Indonesia.
• Take responsibility for all reporting requirements relating to the project, ensuring timely and good quality reporting from the field (6-monthly TPRs) and internally (monthly report for Technical Advisors and any donor - specific reports as required).
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, WWF Indonesia’s internal policies, and international conservation standards.

E. Risk Management

• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them.
• Ensure all activities comply with WWF Indonesia’s Environmental and Social Safeguards Framework (ESSF) and risk management guidelines.
• Ensure contract compliance and alert Technical Advisor and Advisory Committee to any risk factors in the delivery of the work that affects the contract or WWF Indonesia’s partnership with donors.

F. Compliance

• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
• Ensure compliance with WWF policies, values, ethical and legal frameworks.
• Work with the legal and compliance team to adhere to donor privacy and data protection requirements.

G. Team Leadership and Capacity Building

• Manage, mentor, and motivate the Landscape Project Leader and project team to achieve performance goals.
• Build the capacity of local staff, community members, and partners to support long-term sustainability of conservation and development activities.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment.

H. Leadership and Team Development

• Lead and inspire teams, providing direction, guidance, and support to achieve performance goals.
• Assess the capacity of partners and team to implement the agreed projects, and ensure capacity is built where this is lacking.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
• Encourage innovation and the adoption of best practices.

I. Work Conditions

• Based in Bireun, Aceh with frequent trip to Jakarta, Banda Aceh, Bener Meriah, Aceh Tengah.

REQUIREMENT

• Degree in environmental science, Forestry, Conservation Biology, Natural Resource Management, Public Policy, or a related field with minimum of 15 years of experience in project management within forestry, conservation, environmental sustainability, or wildlife protection.
• Proven track record of successfully developing, leading, and managing projects
• Experience working with government agencies at local and national levels, including ministerial authorities, NGOs, donors, and local communities.
• Strong knowledge of Indonesian environmental laws, policies, and conservation strategies.
• Good understanding of Conservation, Agroforestry, Forestry businesses, and sustainable development (especially forest-related biodiversity, specific wildlife conservation initiatives (e.g., Sumatran tigers, elephants, or orangutans), watershed management and climate change).
• Ability to work sensitively with local communities, respecting cultural practices and local knowledge
• Proven ability to manage budgets, write grant proposals, and develop strategic conservation plans.
• Ability to solve complex issues related to marine conservation, community development, and sustainable financing.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. • Ability to work in remote field conditions and travel frequently
• Fluency in writing and speaking English is a must.
• Knowledge of GIS, remote sensing, and data analysis for conservation planning.
• Previous experience in policy advocacy and legal frameworks related to forest protection.

At Yayasan WWF Indonesia we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community, and we offer a range of benefits to encourage a work life balance.

Application due date: May 16, 2026

"Please apply before the deadline. This vacancy may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified."