Forest Protection Manager

About the role

The Forest Protection Manager leads frontline forest protection for the Rubeho Mountains Carbon Project in Tanzania. This hands‑on leadership position oversees patrol operations, fire management, and community partnerships to safeguard community forests and adjacent reserves.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and monitor patrol schedules, routes and protocols across project sites.
• Provide capacity support to village councils and Village Natural Resource Committees (VNRCs) managing forest guards.
• Detect, report and coordinate rapid response to illegal activities.
• Develop and execute fire prevention and response plans, including community sensitisation, fire‑break establishment and early‑warning systems.
• Lead fire response teams, conduct drills and coordinate suppression efforts with local authorities.
• Collaborate with Village Land Authorities, Tanzania Forest Services and local government to strengthen protection systems.
• Analyse patrol and fire data, using performance metrics to continuously improve outcomes.
• Lead field staff and community forest guards, building strong community partnerships.

Required profile

• Proven experience in forest protection, community‑based conservation or similar field operations.
• Strong leadership and execution skills with a commitment to community‑led conservation.
• Ability to work in remote, field‑based environments and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead impactful conservation work in a landscape‑scale carbon project.
• Collaboration with local communities and government agencies.