PSP Head
Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth? Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.
All around the world, people are waking up to the devastating impacts of climate change and nature loss. The situation today is worse than the darkest predictions of just ten years ago, pushing billions of people to the edge and threatening lives and livelihoods. At WWF, we are facing our biggest crisis – and our biggest ever opportunity – to create a better future for people and nature. With over 60 years of experience and an active presence in more than 100 countries, we work to achieve both on-the-ground and global policy action, from protecting and restoring species and their habitats, to transforming markets and policies toward sustainability.
Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from conservation science and advocacy to HR and finance. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us tackle this enormous global challenge and drive the urgent conservation impact needed to restore our planet.
What We Do
We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and the ecosystem. From individuals and communities to businesses and governments, we are part of a growing global movement calling for bolder action on climate and nature, demanding that world leaders set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. WWF works to address the most dominant drivers of nature loss through system-wide changes in how food and energy are produced and consumed, and in how financial systems are structured. By implementing change in every country, we aim to drive visible and positive impacts on the ground, helping to restore nature in the most critical places around the world, from the Amazon to the Coral Triangle.
Engaging everyone means addressing the barriers to participation faced by some groups in society, including local communities. Conservation will only be sustainable if it is owned by, and benefits, local people. That’s why Indigenous Peoples and local communities must be at the centre of action on climate and nature. WWF is committed to using its resources and global network to support these communities in creating together the most effective solutions where they live.
Humanity is still in time, we have a clear pathway to solve this crisis. At WWF, we call on everyone to join the global movement, change how we live, and take action now.
Job Description
Position Title: Head of Public Sector Partnerships (PSP), WWF-Viet Nam
Reports to: Program Development Director
Supervises: PSP Coordinator and consultants as required
Location: Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Date: July 2026
WWF-Viet Nam implements ambitious five-year strategic plans that require strong, sustained, and diversified funding sources. The Resource Acquisition function plays a central role in mobilizing funding and building strategic partnerships with public and private sector donors to support the strategic conservation plan implementation.
II. Major Functions
The Head of Public Sector Partnerships (PSP) is a senior leadership role responsible for developing, leading, and expanding WWF-Viet Nam’s public sector fundraising portfolio. The position directly reports to the Program Development Director, providing both strategic direction and hands-on leadership.
The Head Of PSP Will
Required Qualifications
Internal
Deadline for applications: July 5th, 2026
Work permit restrictions may apply.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
At WWF, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We believe that a diverse workforce will help us to achieve our mission to stop the degradation of the Earth's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and unbiased consideration for all candidates regardless of their background. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
All around the world, people are waking up to the devastating impacts of climate change and nature loss. The situation today is worse than the darkest predictions of just ten years ago, pushing billions of people to the edge and threatening lives and livelihoods. At WWF, we are facing our biggest crisis – and our biggest ever opportunity – to create a better future for people and nature. With over 60 years of experience and an active presence in more than 100 countries, we work to achieve both on-the-ground and global policy action, from protecting and restoring species and their habitats, to transforming markets and policies toward sustainability.
Our people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from conservation science and advocacy to HR and finance. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us tackle this enormous global challenge and drive the urgent conservation impact needed to restore our planet.
What We Do
We are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and the ecosystem. From individuals and communities to businesses and governments, we are part of a growing global movement calling for bolder action on climate and nature, demanding that world leaders set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. WWF works to address the most dominant drivers of nature loss through system-wide changes in how food and energy are produced and consumed, and in how financial systems are structured. By implementing change in every country, we aim to drive visible and positive impacts on the ground, helping to restore nature in the most critical places around the world, from the Amazon to the Coral Triangle.
Engaging everyone means addressing the barriers to participation faced by some groups in society, including local communities. Conservation will only be sustainable if it is owned by, and benefits, local people. That’s why Indigenous Peoples and local communities must be at the centre of action on climate and nature. WWF is committed to using its resources and global network to support these communities in creating together the most effective solutions where they live.
Humanity is still in time, we have a clear pathway to solve this crisis. At WWF, we call on everyone to join the global movement, change how we live, and take action now.
Job Description
Position Title: Head of Public Sector Partnerships (PSP), WWF-Viet Nam
Reports to: Program Development Director
Supervises: PSP Coordinator and consultants as required
Location: Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Date: July 2026
- Background
WWF-Viet Nam implements ambitious five-year strategic plans that require strong, sustained, and diversified funding sources. The Resource Acquisition function plays a central role in mobilizing funding and building strategic partnerships with public and private sector donors to support the strategic conservation plan implementation.
II. Major Functions
The Head of Public Sector Partnerships (PSP) is a senior leadership role responsible for developing, leading, and expanding WWF-Viet Nam’s public sector fundraising portfolio. The position directly reports to the Program Development Director, providing both strategic direction and hands-on leadership.
The Head Of PSP Will
- Lead the development and implementation of the PSP strategy aligned with WWF-Viet Nam’s Strategic Plans.
- Drive fundraising efforts from bilateral, multilateral, and public sector donors directly or across the WWF Network.
- Secure public sector funding to support conservation priorities.
- Build and maintain strategic, long-term partnerships with key public sector stakeholders.
- Strengthen internal capacity and systems for effective public sector fundraising.
- Strategic Leadership and Fundraising (15%)
- Lead the design, implementation, and regular updating of the PSP strategy as part of WWF-Viet Nam’s Resource Acquisition Strategy.
- Identify public sector funding opportunities aligned with WWF-Viet Nam’s strategic conservation priorities.
- Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of funding opportunities, with a focus on multi-million USD grants.
- Lead engagement strategies with key bilateral and multilateral donors, ensuring long-term partnership development beyond transactional funding.
- Position WWF-Viet Nam as a preferred partner for major public sector donors.
- Business Development and Proposal Leadership (65%)
- Lead development of high-quality proposals (incl. EOI, concept note, full proposal).
- Lead or co-lead the development of complex, large-scale, and multi-country proposals.
- Ensure all proposals meet donor requirements, WWF standards, and internal quality assurance processes (QAC).
- Guide technical teams in framing strong program logic, results frameworks, and innovative solutions.
- Ensure updates andeffective use of systems such as Grant Management Systems.
- Partnership Development and Donor Engagement (10%)
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key public sector donors, including government agencies and multilateral institutions.
- Represent WWF-Viet Nam in high-level donor meetings, negotiations, and partnership dialogues.
- Collaborate closely with WWF International and WWF Network offices to align donor engagement strategies.
- Ensure compliance with WWF Network PSP standards and best practices.
- Team Management and Capacity Building (5%)
- Supervise and mentor the PSP Coordinator, providing clear guidance, performance management, and professional development.
- Strengthen internal capacity across WWF-Viet Nam in public sector fundraising and proposal development.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing, lessons learned, and continuous improvement in fundraising practices.
- Systems, Reporting, and Coordination (5%)
- Oversee and ensure proper maintenance of PSP donor databases and opportunity pipelines.
- Ensure timely and accurate reporting to WWF-Viet Nam leadership, WWF Network, and donors.
- Coordinate with internal teams (Finance, M&E, Communications, HR) to support proposal development and grant compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in biodiversity conservation, environmental management, development studies, business administration, political science, or related fields.
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in fundraising, partnership development, or program development in conservation or international development sectors.
- Strong background in biodiversity conservation and/or development programming.
- Proven track record of successfully securing multi-million USD funding from public sector donors (bilateral and/or multilateral).
- Demonstrated experience leading the development of large-scale, complex proposals (including multi-country programs).
- Strong understanding of international development cooperation, donor strategies, and funding mechanisms.
- Experience working in the Greater Mekong Region or similar contexts is an advantage.
- Strong strategic thinking and leadership skills.
- Excellent proposal development and technical writing skills.
- High-level negotiation, partnership-building, and influencing skills.
- Strong interpersonal and networking abilities.
- Proven ability to lead and coordinate diverse, cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (written and spoken).
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Aligns with WWF’s core values: Courage, Collaboration, Respect, and Integrity.
- Demonstrates WWF behaviours: Strive for impact, Listen deeply, Collaborate openly, Innovate fearlessly.
Internal
- Reports directly to the Program Development Director.
- Supervises the PSP Coordinator and external consultants as required
- Works closely with Practice Leads, Landscape Leads, technical teams, and support functions (Finance, HR, Communications, ESSF, M&E).
- Engages regularly with WWF International and WWF Network PSP teams.
- Engages with bilateral and multilateral donors, government agencies, development partners, and consultants.
- Represents WWF-Viet Nam in external forums and partnership platforms.
Deadline for applications: July 5th, 2026
Work permit restrictions may apply.
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
At WWF, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We believe that a diverse workforce will help us to achieve our mission to stop the degradation of the Earth's natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and unbiased consideration for all candidates regardless of their background. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.