JOB DESCRIPTION: DFCD BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR

• Coordinate implementation of DFCD-supported projects in line with workplans and timelines.
• Track project progress, identify delays, risks, and escalate issues where necessary.
• Maintain accurate project tracking systems (e.g., Monday.com, SharePoint).
• Support partner organizations in delivering agreed outputs.
• Prepare internal and donor progress updates and reports.

• Coordinate WWF-led technical assistance activities in biodiversity, GIS, and indigenous peoples mapping.
• Work with consultants, WWF teams, and partners to implement TA activities.
• Support field-based implementation and community engagement.
• Track budgets, timelines, and outputs for technical assistance projects.

• Engage WWF teams, local communities, and external partners in project delivery.
• Provide technical backstopping and coordination support to field teams.
• Ensure alignment between field activities and project objectives.
• Support capacity building and knowledge sharing among stakeholders.

• Support integration of climate and nature-based solutions into WWF Uganda programmes.
• Contribute to development of green finance and climate finance initiatives.
• Support identification of funding opportunities and project concepts.
• Collaborate with internal WWF teams on resource mobilization.

• Prepare timely project reports for WWF Uganda and DFCD partners.
• Support monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) activities.
• Maintain documentation and contribute to internal coordination processes.
• Support budgeting, workplans, and reporting systems.

• Coordinate across WWF Uganda teams and DFCD regional structures.
• Manage project tracking tools and reporting systems.
• Contribute to alignment of DFCD activities with WWF Uganda strategy.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Environmental Management, Agriculture, or related field.
• Master’s Degree is an added advantage.

• 8–10 years of professional experience.
• 3–5 years in climate finance, biodiversity finance, ecosystem management, or development programmes.
• Experience in project implementation and coordination with multiple stakeholders.
• Exposure to private sector engagement and development finance is an advantage.
• Experience with GIS or landscape-level projects is desirable.

• Project management and coordination
• Climate and biodiversity finance understanding
• Monitoring and evaluation (MEL)
• Stakeholder engagement and partnership management
• Data systems (Monday.com, SharePoint or similar tools)
• Field coordination and implementation support

• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Communication and reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Stakeholder engagement and facilitation
• Attention to detail and accountability

• Highly organized and results-driven
• Strong team player
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Comfortable working in field and office environments
• Strong ethical standards and professionalism
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

• Successful implementation of DFCD project activities
• Timely delivery of reports and updates
• Effective stakeholder coordination
• Strong tracking of project performance and risks
• Contribution to climate and biodiversity finance initiatives