{"id":7634,"date":"2026-03-05T10:00:30","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T10:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/conservation-field-operations-manager-at-precision-recruitment\/"},"modified":"2026-06-14T00:14:52","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T00:14:52","slug":"conservation-field-operations-manager-at-precision-recruitment","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=7634","title":{"rendered":"Conservation Field Operations Manager at Precision Recruitment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Overview<\/p>\n<p>We are Recruiting!<br \/>\nOur client, a Conservancy, is looking for a Field Operations Manager to join their team in Northern Zambia.<br \/>\nZambia Market Analysis<br \/>\nIf you are interested or would like to know more, please click the link below.<br \/>\nThis role leads conservation delivery across two Game Management Areas. The position is based at Mutundu Base Camp in Nsama District and requires frequent field travel. It focuses on overseeing field operations, resource protection, infrastructure development, governance support, and community engagement within these community\u2011managed conservation areas.<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<\/p>\n<p>Lead planning and implementation of all GMA activities, ensuring operational, administrative, financial and HR targets are met, including compliance, budgeting and KPI tracking.<br \/>\nManage field operations such as infrastructure development (offices, housing, roads, checkpoints), fire management, camp oversight, logistics, inventories, safety, communications and mobility assets.<br \/>\nCoordinate law enforcement operations jointly with DNPW, ensuring effective patrols, SMART reporting, and high operational standards in training, discipline and readiness.<br \/>\nSupport community governance systems, human\u2013wildlife conflict response, transparent financial management by Community Resource Boards, and conservation education in schools and local communities.<br \/>\nOversee and supervise ethical safari hunting operations and data\u2011driven quota setting.<br \/>\nPlan and deliver wildlife translocations, species reintroductions, and ecological monitoring (camera traps, transects, hunting monitoring).<\/p>\n<p>Candidate Profile<\/p>\n<p>Bachelor\u2019s degree (Master\u2019s preferred) and 5\u201310 years\u2019 experience in conservation project management or protected area operations.<br \/>\nExperience in law enforcement support, infrastructure development, ecological monitoring, and\/or community governance.<br \/>\nProfessional or safari hunting background and understanding of the role of hunting in conservation.<br \/>\nExperience in wildlife translocations and reintroductions.<br \/>\nStrong budgeting, procurement, compliance and operational planning skills.<br \/>\nAbility to lead multidisciplinary field teams in remote, culturally diverse environments.<br \/>\nProficiency with Microsoft Office, SMART, GIS and digital reporting tools.<br \/>\nExcellent communication, record\u2011keeping and organisational abilities with high attention to detail.<\/p>\n<p>What the Role Offers<\/p>\n<p>Meaningful work contributing to long\u2011term conservation in a globally significant landscape.<br \/>\nOpportunity to work in a remote, high\u2011value wilderness area with an experienced field team.<br \/>\nProfessional development and growth within a mission\u2011driven conservation programme.<br \/>\nCompetitive salary based on qualifications and experience.<\/p>\n<p>Sharing is Caring! 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