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Learning Design and Solutions Lead
Nanyuki
NATURAL STATE
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POSITION TYPE: Full time.
CONTRACT: Full-time, with an initial contract until 1-year (renewable) based on performance and funding availability.
REPORTS TO: Head of the Centre for Nature Economy
LOCATION: The post will be based in NATURAL STATE’s Nanyuki Office. This will adjust with more time being spent at the NATURAL STATE’s Centre for Nature Economy in the future.
ABOUT NATURAL STATE
Natural State is a pioneering environmental non-profit organisation working to catalyse large-scale nature restoration and conservation by revolutionising impact monitoring, creating innovative financial mechanisms, and building capacity at the local level. With operations in Kenya, the United States, and South Africa, we bring together science, technology, and community partnerships to restore ecosystems and secure a more resilient and biodiverse future. For more information, visit
ROLE SUMMARY
The Learning Design and Solutions Lead will oversee the Centre for the Nature Economy’s Learning Design and Solutions Unit. The unit is responsible for curriculum development, educational content creation, applied learning design, pedagogical innovation, and quality assurance. A key focus of the role is implementing the Centre’s digital learning strategy across online, hybrid, on-de
Reporting directly to the Head/Director of the Centre for the Nature Economy, the postholder will work closely with the Training Programme Coordinator & Lead Instructor, Indigenous and community solutions Hub Coordinator and the Training & Admissions Coordinator to design and deliver high-quality, interdisciplinary programmes aligned with NATURAL STATE’s objectives. This includes collaboration with the Centre’s Indigenous Knowledge and Innovation Hub, technology hub, operational teams, and external partners to d
CONTRACT: Full-time, with an initial contract until 1-year (renewable) based on performance and funding availability.
REPORTS TO: Head of the Centre for Nature Economy
LOCATION: The post will be based in NATURAL STATE’s Nanyuki Office. This will adjust with more time being spent at the NATURAL STATE’s Centre for Nature Economy in the future.
ABOUT NATURAL STATE
Natural State is a pioneering environmental non-profit organisation working to catalyse large-scale nature restoration and conservation by revolutionising impact monitoring, creating innovative financial mechanisms, and building capacity at the local level. With operations in Kenya, the United States, and South Africa, we bring together science, technology, and community partnerships to restore ecosystems and secure a more resilient and biodiverse future. For more information, visit
ROLE SUMMARY
The Learning Design and Solutions Lead will oversee the Centre for the Nature Economy’s Learning Design and Solutions Unit. The unit is responsible for curriculum development, educational content creation, applied learning design, pedagogical innovation, and quality assurance. A key focus of the role is implementing the Centre’s digital learning strategy across online, hybrid, on-de
Reporting directly to the Head/Director of the Centre for the Nature Economy, the postholder will work closely with the Training Programme Coordinator & Lead Instructor, Indigenous and community solutions Hub Coordinator and the Training & Admissions Coordinator to design and deliver high-quality, interdisciplinary programmes aligned with NATURAL STATE’s objectives. This includes collaboration with the Centre’s Indigenous Knowledge and Innovation Hub, technology hub, operational teams, and external partners to d
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Head of Laboratory
NATURAL STATE
Posted 59 days ago
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Position: Head of Laboratory
Location: Natural State Research Centre ( map )
Salary: Negotiable
Terms: Full-time onsite (40 hrs per week)
About Natural State
Natural State is a pioneering environmental non-profit organisation working to catalyse large-scale nature restoration and conservation by revolutionising impact monitoring, creating innovative financial mechanisms, and building capacity at the local level. With operations in Kenya, the United States, and South Africa, we bring together science, technology, and community partnerships to restore ecosystems and secure a more resilient and biodiverse future.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of Laboratory to lead and manage Natural State’s multidisciplinary environmental analysis laboratory. Our laboratory focuses on spectroscopy for carbon and vegetation analysis, invertebrate identification and collection, environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis, and soil biodiversity studies. A core responsibility of the Head of Laboratory will be to oversee the transition of the lab from research-focused operations to a commercial service provider, delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and timely analytical services to internal teams and external partners.
The lab plays a critical role in advancing Natural State’s mission to generate high-resolution ecosystem insights in support of global restoration.
This role requires daily on-site presence with strong leadership and close collaboration with the other teams in the Impact Monitoring department as well as external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be both technically proficient and a capable team builder, ready to grow lab capabilities, mentor and develop the lab team, ensure operational excellence, and deliver measurable value through scientific and commercial impact.
Location: Natural State Research Centre ( map )
Salary: Negotiable
Terms: Full-time onsite (40 hrs per week)
About Natural State
Natural State is a pioneering environmental non-profit organisation working to catalyse large-scale nature restoration and conservation by revolutionising impact monitoring, creating innovative financial mechanisms, and building capacity at the local level. With operations in Kenya, the United States, and South Africa, we bring together science, technology, and community partnerships to restore ecosystems and secure a more resilient and biodiverse future.
Position Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Head of Laboratory to lead and manage Natural State’s multidisciplinary environmental analysis laboratory. Our laboratory focuses on spectroscopy for carbon and vegetation analysis, invertebrate identification and collection, environmental DNA (eDNA) analysis, and soil biodiversity studies. A core responsibility of the Head of Laboratory will be to oversee the transition of the lab from research-focused operations to a commercial service provider, delivering high-quality, cost-effective, and timely analytical services to internal teams and external partners.
The lab plays a critical role in advancing Natural State’s mission to generate high-resolution ecosystem insights in support of global restoration.
This role requires daily on-site presence with strong leadership and close collaboration with the other teams in the Impact Monitoring department as well as external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be both technically proficient and a capable team builder, ready to grow lab capabilities, mentor and develop the lab team, ensure operational excellence, and deliver measurable value through scientific and commercial impact.
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