Africa Ecotourism Finance Director

Conservation International; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An international environmental organization is seeking a Senior Director of Tourism Finance to lead efforts in ecotourism and conservation finance. Based in Johannesburg or Cape Town, this role requires 10+ years of experience in the ecotourism sector, strong financial skills, and the ability to work in diverse locations. The successful candidate will develop innovative financing solutions and assess ecotourism opportunities across protected areas, ensuring collaboration with stakeholders. Fluent English is essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of working experience in ecotourism or related fields.
• Demonstrated understanding of ecotourism challenges and stakeholder involvement.
• Ability to work effectively in diverse geographies and difficult conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rapid assessments of priority KPAs to identify ecotourism opportunities.
• Lead the design and implementation of an ecotourism financing facility.
• Manage CI Africa's concessional lending program for protected areas.

Skills

Ecotourism experience

Financial acumen

Stakeholder management

Multicultural teamwork

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in (Conservation) Finance

Postgraduate degree in (Conservation) Finance

Job description

An international environmental organization is seeking a Senior Director of Tourism Finance to lead efforts in ecotourism and conservation finance. Based in Johannesburg or Cape Town, this role requires 10+ years of experience in the ecotourism sector, strong financial skills, and the ability to work in diverse locations. The successful candidate will develop innovative financing solutions and assess ecotourism opportunities across protected areas, ensuring collaboration with stakeholders. Fluent English is essential.