Herding for Health Project Manager

About the role

The Herding for Health Project Manager will lead the Maramani programme, a three‑year fixed‑term initiative aimed at reducing livestock‑wildlife conflict and restoring rangelands across the Greater Mapungubwe Trans Frontier Conservation Area. Reporting to the Chief Community Development Officer, the role requires a strong field presence and hands‑on leadership to ensure delivery against the Grant Agreement.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain a regular onsite presence, supporting implementation at grazing sites, bomas, restoration activities and community engagements.
• Work closely with the Implementation Manager to resolve operational challenges such as stewardship agreements, grazing disputes and enterprise activation.
• Co‑lead major milestones including farmer mobilisation, Community Based Organisation establishment, enterprise launches and restoration campaigns.
• Monitor project plans, budgets and deliverables, identify delays early and take corrective action.
• Provide visible leadership to build trust with site teams, professional herders and local communities.
• Set strategic direction, approve site work plans and ensure alignment with the Herding for Health model.
• Escalate material risks, delays and scope changes to senior management and obtain Grantor approval when required.
• Build and maintain relationships with the Grantor, local authorities, ZimParks, traditional leaders and community governance structures.

Required profile

• Significant experience in project management, preferably in agriculture, livestock or conservation programmes.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in remote, field‑based environments.
• Strong analytical skills to track budgets, timelines and performance indicators.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to travel frequently within the Beitbridge District and work on-site for extended periods.

Required skills