WWF South Africa seeks to appoint a Project Officer: Freshwater Stewardship to support and contribute to the overall objectives of freshwater ecosystem stewardship. This 24-month fixed term contract position is based in KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Responsibilities:
• Contribute to strategic Water Stewardship & Catchment Management technical support
• Support field-based teams in WWF priority landscapes
• Contribute to freshwater ecosystem management within WWF priority landscapes
• Monitor and report on freshwater and biodiversity outcomes
• Promote knowledge management and use of freshwater tools
• Maintain and update project databases related to catchment activities
• Support implementation of citizen science freshwater monitoring initiatives
• Engage communities, schools, and stakeholders in water quality monitoring
• Collect, manage, and analyse environmental data to inform catchment interventions
• Support production of communication materials including blogs, reports, and brochures
• Coordinate meetings, workshops, and events including logistical arrangements
• Assist in facilitation during engagements, field visits, and learning exchanges

About WWF South Africa:
WWF South Africa is part of the global WWF network and has worked for 50 years inspiring South Africans to live in harmony with nature. Our mission is to stop the degradation of Earth's natural environment and build a future where humans live in harmony with nature.

• Bachelor's degree or postgraduate qualification in Environmental Science, Water Resource Management, Ecology, Geography or related field
• One year relevant experience in water and biodiversity stewardship, freshwater ecology, community engagement, or environmental education
• Experience working in rural community contexts and catchment management
• Demonstrated project coordination and administrative experience
• Strong communication skills, particularly in developing content for different audiences
• Valid Driver's License with experience in off-road 4x4
• Competency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and online platforms
• Fluency in English and at least two languages (IsiZulu, IsiXhosa, Sesotho)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Meticulous attention to detail, time management, and organisational skills
• Experience in GIS and data management advantageous
• Public speaking skills for representing projects at forums
• Conflict resolution skills for mediating community disputes
• Uphold WWF's values: Courage, Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, and Inclusivity