This executive role serves as the lead technical authority on sustainable tourism financing mechanisms and technical assistance across East and Southern Africa. The Senior Director drives resource mobilization, donor engagement, and strategic partnerships with public and private stakeholders.
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Senior Director, Tourism Finance
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Conservation International
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Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic direction, performance, and operational delivery of the Tourism Technical Assistance Facility (TAF).
- Serve as Conservation International’s chief technical authority on sustainable tourism finance solutions.
- Drive resource mobilization by engaging donors, impact investors, and commercial partners.
- Oversee the selection and performance management of strategic consulting partners and service providers.
- Engage key stakeholders including protected area managers, government authorities, and tourism operators.
- Directly supervise Tourism TAF staff and manage program operating budgets and compliance obligations.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications & Experience:
- Undergraduate or advanced degree in Tourism, Conservation, Business, Finance, or related field
- Minimum 10+ years of working experience in the tourism sector, including sustainable finance
Skills & Competencies:
- Track record in business development, strategic partnerships, and resource mobilization
- Cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management across East and Southern Africa
- Expertise in structured nature finance and donor compliance risk management
- Strategic communication and executive representation
How to Apply
About Conservation International
Conservation International protects nature for the benefit of humanity. Through science, policy, fieldwork, and finance, we spotlight and secure the most important places in nature for the climate, biodiversity, and for people. With offices in 30 countries and projects in more than 100 countries, Conservation International partners with governments, companies, civil society, Indigenous peoples, and local communities to help people and nature thrive together.
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