Fauna e Flora Internacional
Gerente de Operações
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Gerente de Operações
Fauna e Flora Internacional
A Fauna & Flora International está recrutando um Gerente de Operações para trabalhar no Parque Nacional de Chimanimani, em Moçambique.
Descrição
Na Fauna & Flora, nosso propósito comum é proteger a diversidade da vida na Terra, para a sobrevivência do planeta e de seus habitantes. Trabalhamos em estreita colaboração com parceiros locais de conservação em todo o mundo para salvar a natureza, juntos. Aproveitamos essa experiência coletiva para inspirar mudanças positivas globalmente. Equipe de Moçambique
A Fauna & Flora está envolvida na conservação e gestão da vida selvagem em Moçambique há muitos anos e assumiu a gestão da Reserva de Caça do Niassa com a SGDRN no final da década de 1990. Além do apoio contínuo ao Niassa por meio de diversas parcerias, e especificamente por meio do trabalho na Reserva de Chuilexi, um vasto bloco de 7.500 km² no leste da Reserva, o portfólio da Fauna & Flora em Moçambique também inclui apoio direto ao Parque Nacional de Chimanimani (PNC) e um programa marinho em desenvolvimento.
Com foco na busca de soluções de longo prazo e de propriedade local para a conservação da biodiversidade e da natureza, o objetivo do programa da Fauna & Flora em Moçambique é ser, e ser reconhecido como, um parceiro valioso na conservação da biodiversidade moçambicana. O programa trabalha em conjunto com o governo e outros parceiros locais, nacionais e internacionais, apoiando a conservação e a gestão da biodiversidade de Moçambique lideradas localmente, promovendo o reconhecimento nacional e internacional da biodiversidade do país e auxiliando Moçambique a alcançar benefícios para a biodiversidade e para as pessoas, em conjunto com os setores empresarial, de infraestrutura e de desenvolvimento.
A Oportunidade: Buscamos um(a) Gerente de Operações experiente para liderar e coordenar as funções operacionais essenciais que permitem a efetiva implementação da conservação no Parque Nacional de Chimanimani. Você supervisionará sistemas, infraestrutura, logística, segurança e conformidade, garantindo que as operações do parque funcionem de forma eficiente e apoiem a conquista de objetivos voltados para a conservação, a comunidade e os visitantes.
As the lead operational professional on site, you will have a high degree of autonomy while working closely with the Chief Park Warden, the Fauna & Flora operations team, and a range of technical and field units. Your role will be diverse—covering operational planning, fleet and asset management, procurement, health and safety, staff supervision, and coordination of technologies such as SMART and Garmin inReach
You will bring sound operational management experience, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work proactively in a dynamic, remote environment. A practical, solutions‑focused approach, coupled with excellent communication and people‑management skills, will be essential to building strong relationships and supporting a high‑performing park team
This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your career in a supportive and impactful conservation setting. You will work alongside committed colleagues and partners, contributing directly to strengthened park operations and the long‑term protection of one of Mozambique’s most important protected areas
Terms and Conditions
Start Date: 30th June 2026
Duration of Contract: Permanent
Probation Period: Six months
Gross Salary Range: Circa MZN 2,989,165 per annum
Location: Chimanimani National Park (CNP), Chimoio, Mozambique with travel within Mozambique to Fauna & Flora project sites, and to Maputo
Benefits: 25 working days’ annual leave entitlement plus national public holidays observed in Mozambique Medical Insurance, for you and up to three dependents
Hours of Work: This is a full-time position, working 40 hours per week Monday to Friday inclusive
Duties
Key External Relationships: The Operations Manager, will represent Chimanimani National Park with national and local government agencies, communities and community-based organisations, international and national partner NGOs and for-profit entities, academic institutions, funders and donors, representing the values and interests of ANAC and Fauna & Flora Fauna & Flora at all times
Purpose: The Operations Manager, will provide operational leadership for Chimanimani National Park, ensuring the effective day-to-day delivery of conservation outcomes under the ANAC–Fauna & Flora co-management agreement. The role is responsible for establishing and overseeing robust systems, assets, and human resources that enable law enforcement, biodiversity management, community engagement, and visitor services, while ensuring full compliance with legal, donor, and organizational requirements
Main Duties: To coordinate and implement all operational obligations under the Co- management Agreement between ANAC and Fauna & Flora for CNP, In coordination with the GOM, provide support for the daily operational activities at CNP, including—but not limited to—infrastructure development, fleet management, logistics, human resources, communications, procurement, recruitment, compliance, governance, and financial management, safe and compliant operations with robust risk, health, safety and security (HSS) and operational support to law enforcement
Specific Duties
Operational Systems & Service Delivery
Lead the day-to-day operational functioning of CNP, ensuring systems, assets and personnel are in place to support conservation, law enforcement, community and visitor activities
Establish, maintain and continuously improve operational systems including fleet, fuel, stores and logistics pipelines for field operations
Ensure operational readiness for emergency and incident response (e.g., fire, flood, accidents, security threats) in coordination with relevant units
Serve as the primary coordination point for operational support across park units, ensuring timely tasking and problem-solving
Ensure the effective integration and management of SMART and Garmin in Reach technologies for patrol effort monitoring, including device functionality, data quality assurance, staff compliance with data collection protocols, and timely use of information for internal and donor reporting
Infrastructure, Facilities & Asset Management
Oversee planning, construction, rehabilitation and maintenance of park infrastructure (ranger posts/outposts, roads/bridges, offices, staff housing, visitor facilities, radio communications networks) in line with ANAC standards and approved plans
Be accountable for the continuous functionality and effectiveness of the Operations Room, ensuring it is adequately staffed, equipped, and managed to enable real-time coordination of law enforcement, emergency response, and operational decision-making
Apply environmental and social safeguards to infrastructure works, including method statements, supervision and compliance documentation
Maintain accurate, up-to-date asset and property registers; ensure tagging, condition assessments and preventive maintenance scheduling with annual physical verification
Oversee management and maintenance of the park’s ICT infrastructure, including internet systems, routers, network connectivity, and digital equipment
Manage the maintenance and functionality of all communication systems, including VHF/HF radios, satellite devices, and related accessories
Oversee management and maintenance of the park’s ICT infrastructure, including internet systems, routers, network connectivity, and digital equipment
Oversee all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance activities to ensure systems operate safely and efficiently
Procurement, Contracts & Service Providers
Lead operational procurement: prepare technical specifications/TORs, support vendor sourcing and technical evaluations in compliance with SOPs, Mozambican law and donor compliance
Manage operational contracts and service providers (construction, maintenance, fleet service), tracking deliverables, quality and timelines
Ensure segregation of duties with Finance for financial approvals, payments and audits
Health, Safety, Security & Risk Management
Act as Operational Focal Point for HSS; develop and maintain site-specific risk assessments and emergency response plans
Implement incident reporting, investigation and corrective actions; conduct regular safety briefings and drills
Coordinate security protocols with Chief Park Warden, Head of Law Enforcement and Country/GOM focal points as needed.
Human Resources & Team Management
Line-manage assigned operational staff, setting clear objectives, conducting regular catch-up meetings, and conducting regular performance check-ins
Lead recruitment processes for operational roles (where applicable), ensure effective induction, onboarding and deployment
Identify operational capacity gaps; contribute to annual training needs assessments and implementation of training plans (logistics, HSS, systems)
Planning, Coordination & Reporting
Provide operational inputs to annual work plans, infrastructure plans and donor reports (non-financial sections)
Track and report operational KPIs (e.g., fleet availability, infrastructure condition, procurement cycle times, incident statistics)
Coordinate budget phasing for operational activities and ensure donor compliance and reporting, in coordination with the Grants & Operations Manager
Be responsible for the operational coordination of wildlife monitoring and management activities, including game counts, veterinary services, and related field operations, in collaboration with the
Conservation team, ensuring appropriate logistics, staffing, equipment, and systems are in place
Work closely with the Law Enforcement team to coordinate field operations, ensuring effective operational planning, communications, and deployment, including the use and integration of SMART, Garmin in Reach, radio, and other operational technologies
Compliance & Co-management Obligations
Ensure operational compliance with the Co-management Agreement, Mozambican labour/safety/environmental legislation and Fauna & Flora SOPs
Act as operational liaison with ANAC counterparts for infrastructure, assets and logistics coordination.
Apply and adopt ethical, sound and responsible practices to achieve best practices in the management, financing and sustainable development of the CNP, under the terms of the Co- management
Agreement, the Business Plan and Mozambican legislation
Pro-actively contribute to the development of a joint business Plan between Fauna & Flora and ANAC for the Project in year one of the agreement
Responsible for ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions stipulated to operate in the CNP, by tour operators and/or concessionaires in conjunction with PMU
Other:
Work as an active member of the Mozambique and wider Africa team and attend Mozambique and Africa team meetings and work planning sessions as required
Provide technical input, where appropriate and requested, on other work undertaken by the Mozambique and Africa programme
With agreement of the GOM, perform any other tasks that may be requested from time to time, which are appropriate to the Operations manager CNP’s skills and experience, and relevant to the scope of this role
Requisites
Fluent written and spoken English
Excellent operational management skills, that are mindful of practicability, and proven experience in process management; logistics planning; risk management; health, safety and security management; and legal compliance
Excellent financial management, within proven experience in process management, budgeting, reforecasting and procurement
Excellent Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and data management skills, with proven ability use standard software packages and provide basic ICT support
Excellent people management skills, with ability to motivate and performance manage individuals to achieve excellence
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong verbal communication, networking and interpersonal skills, with ability and confidence to interact, negotiate and persuade at all levels
Strong prioritization and time management skills
Ability to lead and manage both decisions and people, in line with other decision makers, in high stress environments
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Project Management, Logistics, Natural Resource Management, Conservation Management, or related field
Minimum 7 years of relevant Professional experience working in operations and logistics management
Proven track record in health, safety and security management
Proven track record in financial management, including across a number of contracts/grants
Proven track record of effective line management
Supporting donor reporting
Long-term experience living and working in remote locations with limited resources and amenities, and content to live in such conditions again for extended periods
Demonstrates Fauna & Flora’s values
Self-motivated, independent and resourceful
Commitment to organisational and legal compliance, and responsible management of donor funds
Team player, with ability to seek out views of others and build positive working relationships
Able to work effectively in a supervisory role, supporting managers and decision makers
Confident in managing work in remote settings
Ability to work under pressure and to deal with challenges in a positive and constructive way
Commitment to working in a collaborative manner, sharing information and learning
Ability to work within a multi-cultural environment
Others:
Willingness and ability to travel regularly and at short notice within Mozambique
Willingness and ability to travel internationally when required. Pre-existing right to work in Mozambique
Desirable:
Capacidade comprovada de avaliar, orientar e desenvolver as competências da equipe do projeto.
Experiência comprovada em gestão operacional em países remotos e em desenvolvimento.
Fluência em português e inglês (oral e escrita) é obrigatória.
Capacidade de se comunicar eficazmente com autoridades governamentais, parceiros e equipes internas.
Forte compromisso com a conservação e os valores organizacionais.
Um mestrado (MBA ou área afim) é uma vantagem.
Gerenciar áreas operacionais multifuncionais (logística, frota, compras, RH, infraestrutura, finanças, TI, etc.).
Experiência de trabalho sob acordos formais (Memorando de Entendimento, Acordo de Nível de Serviço, Acordos de Cogestão) é altamente desejável.
Uma compreensão das principais questões que afetam a conservação em Moçambique.
Carteira de habilitação completa e disponibilidade para dirigir em Moçambique.
Notas
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COMO SE CANDIDATAR
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