Since establishing the Africa Program in 2007, The Nature Conservancy’s vision in Africa is to foster a sustainable future for people and nature, partnering with indigenous communities across 55 million acres on the continent. Our efforts are firmly rooted in people, leveraging scientific and technical expertise as we collaborate with governments and organizations to conserve and enhance Africa’s shared resources in the nine countries we operate.

TNC’s work in Africa transcends three key pillars: securing ownership rights to lands and resources for indigenous people, strengthening leadership and resource management, and helping communities value nature through a holistic appreciation of its benefits while increasing revenue streams for conservation efforts and socio-economic development. Together with our partners, we are witnessing critical milestones in integrated land and fisheries management, ocean and source water protection, energy development, and sustainable food production working together and strengthening our resolve in tackling global challenges such as climate change, habitat and biodiversity loss that stands to adversely impact the nearly 1.4 billion people that share Africa.

The Operations Administrator will work towards meeting the program’s strategic priorities by implementing tactics for approved plans and completing day-to-day tasks and activities.  Reporting to the Operations Officer Gabon, the position will be based at the TNC office in Libreville, Gabon.

The Operations Administrator will work as part of a team within a business unit, coordinating tasks related to one or more functional activities, such as operations support, procurement, meetings management, special events, training, and volunteer program.

• Perform specific administrative support in the day-to-day decisions within the scope of work assignments and prioritize work independently.
• Identify routine problems and utilize existing resources for resolution, referring difficult questions and problems to the supervisor.
• Supervise volunteers, interns, or temporary staff, including training and orientation, and demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information
• Managing petty office cash and ensuring timely replenishment by Finance standard operating procedures
• Responsible for planning and scheduling team meetings, coordinating logistics for special events and meetings, workshops, training with partners and government stakeholders, central filing, and program Inventory.
• Liaising with Transport and Logistics Officer to coordinate and make logistical arrangements for meetings, workshops, training, and events.
• Coordinate accommodation for TNC and non-TNC travelers (both local and international).
• Be willing to travel, work overtime, and work evenings and weekends as needed
• Work environment involves only infrequent exposure to disagreeable elements and minor physical exertion and strain.