Project Assistant

PULA

. Support coordination of field operations across assigned Wildlife Conservation Regions and counties .

Posted 10/21/2026contractNairobi • KenyaJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project coordination and field operations management, with a strong focus on compliance with SOPs and quality standards. Proficient in stakeholder engagement, logistical support, and maintaining accurate operational records in a multi-agency environment.

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Project CoordinationField Operations ManagementLogistics SupportStakeholder EngagementDigital Data Collection

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementField-Based Operations SupportAdministrative WorkflowsProcurementLogistics ManagementCase Management SystemsGPS/GIS MappingMobile Digital Data CollectionOperational ReportingKPI Tracking

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsTask Management

Tools & Technologies

Mobile ApplicationsDigital Data Collection ToolsIncident Logging SystemsCall Centre Operations SoftwareResource Tracking Systems

Industry Keywords

Wildlife ConservationGovernment MinistriesConservation NGOsCommunity EngagementField Deployments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support coordination of field operations across assigned Wildlife Conservation Regions and counties
Support Regional Officers with day-to-day field activities, verification, and case administration
Maintain communication and follow-up between field teams, the National Command Centre, KWS, and the State Department for Wildlife
Support implementation and compliance with approved SOPs, SLAs, and quality standards
Track and coordinate incident verification, including site visits and digital data collection requirements
Track submission and completeness of supporting claims documentation
Flag incomplete, duplicate, or inconsistent claims and escalate them to the National Project Coordinator
Track and escalate sensitive cases including fatalities, serious injuries, livestock losses, and major crop damage
Maintain accurate and confidential sensitive-incident records
Coordinate with KWS Wardens, National Police Service, medical personnel, local administration, and other stakeholders
Coordinate field deployments and operational logistics across assigned counties
Track allocation and use of motorcycles, smartphones, airtime/data bundles, fuel, protective gear, and other resources
Maintain equipment and deployment records and follow up on maintenance and repairs
Support onboarding, deployment, and coordination of field personnel
Track field activities, KPIs, turnaround times, and outstanding operational tasks
Support field coaching and user acceptance testing for digital applications
Coordinate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and community engagement activities
Document complaints, queries, appeals, and feedback for escalation
Support public awareness and community engagement activities
Oversee call centre operations, including incident logging, triage, response, call quality, SLAs, and issue resolution workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Natural Resource Management, Conservation Studies, Public Administration, Business Administration, Development Studies, or a related field
Minimum of 1–3 years of relevant experience supporting field-based operations, project coordination, administrative workflows, or community-based initiatives
Experience supporting multi-county field operations or geographically dispersed teams is an added advantage
Experience working with Government Ministries, KWS, county governments, local administration, conservation NGOs, or development organizations is desirable
Experience in procurement, logistics, or supply management is an added advantage
Familiarity with mobile digital data collection tools, GPS/GIS mapping, offline-first mobile applications, and case management systems is desirable
Strong organizational, coordination, follow-up, and task-management skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and operational reports
Good interpersonal and communication skills for working with government officers, field teams, and communities
Ability to identify operational challenges, follow up on issues, and escalate matters appropriately
Ability to track field assets, equipment, deployments, and operational resources
Ability to work effectively in a multi-agency environment, maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, and operate in remote field settings