Business and Sustainability Development Models Expert
Role Summary
Forgotten Parks seeks a Business and Sustainability Development Models Expert to implement revenue-generating activities that support conservation and local community development in Upemba National Park, DRC.
About the Organisation
The Upemba National Park (PNU) is one of Africa’s oldest and largest protected areas. Beyond its conservation mandate, the Park aims to become a catalyst for sustainable economic development by creating viable economic opportunities for surrounding communities and generating long-term revenues that contribute to conservation financing.
To support this ambition, UNP seeks to engage an Expert with extensive experience in business development, agricultural value chains, social enterprises, financing mechanisms and sustainable economic models in challenging environments.
The Expert will support the Park in identifying, structuring and implementing economically viable activities capable of generating revenues while creating social and environmental benefits.
Minimum Requirements
- Master's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Agribusiness, Engineering, Development Economics or related fields;
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in business development and investment projects;
- Proven experience in designing and managing commercial ventures in emerging or fragile contexts;
- Demonstrated experience in agricultural value chains and agro-industrial development;
- Experience in structuring public-private partnerships and commercial entities;
- Proven track record in fundraising and mobilizing investments;
- Fluent in French and English
- Experience with donor-funded projects and international procurement procedures;
- Experience in renewable energy, financing mechanisms or ERP systems is an asset;
- Previous experience in conservation landscapes or protected areas is highly desirable.
Eligibility Criteria
Seeking an expert in business and sustainability with a focus on conservation and community development, no clear details about applicant eligibility.
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