WWF - Job opportunities in conservation

WWF, Operations Manager – Arctic Network Initiative

2009-07-02

Lead the Program on operational management, ensuring (with Finance Manager) that annual budgets and financial forecasts are consistent with long term and annual plans and are implemented, monitored and reviewed
Develop organizational structures and management systems to reflect the strategy for the deployment of the NI
Consistent with organizational policies to support the NI Leader, in the line management of NI staff and consultants in the region to develop and maintain their ongoing effectiveness and performance
Support for NI Shareholders Group and SET meetings and follow up activities
Review and revision of the Arctic NI Strategic Plan
Analysis, monitoring, and reporting on the implementation of the NI to various stakeholders
Coordination and implementation of systems, policies and procedures within Core Team and NI
Advice to the NI Leader / AP Director on financial and operational aspects of the NI
Management of daily operations of the Core Team, including meetings, administrative and IT matters as well as giving advice to the NI Leader on financial and operational aspects of the NI

Required Qualifications

Management degree and experience, postgraduate preferred
Minimum 10 years work experience
Additional Skills and Competencies Required
Experience in similar operational manager environment
Experience in high achievement in cross cultural working environments
Demonstrated leadership and high-level communications skills
Fluent English skills, oral and written (Norwegian language skills appreciated but not required)
Knowledge of the WWF Network
Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible &
Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.

Location: WWF-Norway, Oslo
Type of contract: WWF-Norway
Duration of contract: 3 years extendable

Interested candidates are asked to submit their CV and a cover letter in English. Applications should be submitted, by email to jobs@wwf.no with the subject header “Operations Manager” before 17th July 2009.

WWF International Arctic Programme, Operations Manager

2009-07-02

The WWF International Arctic Programme leads WWF’s work in the Arctic with a close contribution of the ‘core team’ that supports in the design and implementation of the major Network Initiative (NI) challenges “Creating a New Future for the Arctic”. The NI aims to eliminate threats to the Arctic as a key region for the global climate system and as one of the world’s largest, most valuable and pristine natural regions, through reducing global greenhouse emissions avoiding an Arctic Meltdown and by creating resilience-based management of land, sea, ecosystems and species.

For this newly established position we are looking for a professional team-player who will be managing the high level operational aspects of the Arctic NI Core Team.

The Arctic Program office is based in Central Oslo, under a hosting-agreement with WWF-Norway. You will be working with great colleagues in an international environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Under direction and close cooperation with the NI Leader:
•    Lead the Program on operational management, ensuring (with Finance Manager) that annual budgets and financial forecasts are consistent with long term and annual plans and are implemented, monitored and reviewed.
•    Develop organizational structures and management systems to reflect the strategy for the deployment of the NI
•    Consistent with organizational policies to support the NI Leader, in the line management of NI staff and consultants in the region to develop and maintain their ongoing effectiveness and performance.
•    Support for NI Shareholders Group and SET meetings and follow up activities
•    Review and revision of the Arctic NI Strategic Plan
•    Analysis, monitoring, and reporting on the implementation of the NI to various stakeholders
•    Coordination and implementation of systems, policies and procedures within Core Team and NI
•    Advice to the NI Leader / AP Director on financial and operational aspects of the NI
•    Management of daily operations of the Core Team, including meetings, administrative and IT matters as well as giving advice to the NI Leader on financial and operational aspects of the NI

Required Qualifications:

•    Management degree and experience, postgraduate preferred
•    Minimum 10 years work experience

Additional Skills and Competencies Required:

•    Experience in similar operational manager environment
•    Experience in high achievement in cross cultural working environments
•    Demonstrated leadership and high-level communications skills
•    Fluent English skills, oral and written (Norwegian language skills appreciated but not required)
•    Knowledge of the WWF Network
•    Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible &
    Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.

Interested candidates are asked to submit their CV and a cover letter in English. Applications should be submitted, by email to jobs@wwf.no with the subject header “Operations Manager” before 17th July 2009.

Location: WWF-Norway, Oslo
Type of contract: WWF-Norway, Oslo
Duration of contract: 3 years extendable

For further information please contact:

Dr. Neil Hamilton, Director of the WWF International Arctic Programme (+47 2203 6500 or mobile phone +47 9300 5660), or Sylvie Leveau, Executive Assistant (+47 2203 6500 or +47 9261 2950).

WWF International, Media Assistant

2009-07-01

WWF, the global conservation organization, is looking for a Media Assistant based at WWF International in Gland, Switzerland.

The Media Assistant develops, maintains contact databases and email distribution lists and helps with delivering media products to external and internal clients. The Media Assistant is also expected to contribute ideas for stories and media releases, and to help draft press releases and other communications. This positions assists also the Director, External & Media Relations and other staff with Unit administration.

The position needs:

Fluent written & spoken English – another major language would also be an advantage
Degree in communications, media, journalism or related subject
At least two years' relevant professional experience – preferably in an audio-visual, multi-media or on-line news environment
Excellent writing, visual and verbal communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines using a variety of media tools
Outstanding organisational and forward planning skills
Interest in conservation and environmental issues

Please note that this is a local recruitment, restricted to the Geneva-Lausanne area.

Apply with covering letter and CV to recruitments@wwfint.org. For more information on the position, please consult the attached job description.

Deadline for applications: 19 July 2009

WWF-MWIOPO, Communications Manager for Madagascar, International Volunteer Recruitment

2009-06-30

WWF Madagascar/West Indian Ocean Programme Office (MWIOPO) is looking for an International Volunteer for the position of Communications Manager. This position, based in Antananarivo is a pivotal position providing the right candidate with the opportunity to gain solid experience and to learn with an International Organisation. It is an office-based position with relative frequent in-country travel and exposure to field/partners work.

Major functions:

Under the supervision of the Regional Representative, the Communications Manager will spend a considerable amount of time to ensure the success of WWF’s global conservation goals by

Communicating the work, profile and values to the widest possible range of media and audiences.
Producing on- and off-line news and features content across a variety of media to both internal and external audiences.
Providing communications advice, capacity building and support to the Network. Ensure the timely delivery of communications products.

Major duties and responsibilities:

With the Regional Representative, the communications unit in Gland and the MWIOPO team, the Communications Manager will have to:

Develop a 3 year communications strategy and detailed workplan ensuring regional perspectives and conservations wins in global communications;
Develop, build capacity of and manage a local team of communications experts;
Work in collaboration with all Project Managers, to ensure individual project communications needs are met;
Produce news stories, features, simple videos, blogs, and other media;
Manage and maintain the organization’s national online communications. Specifically manage WWF MWIOPO website, online projects, etc.;
Act as spokesperson for the office when required;
Work with other relevant stakeholders to produce short-, medium- and long-term communications plans for offline and online media and communications output calendars;
Develop and maintain excellent relations with local and international media, organize press trips. Respond to all queries as well as actively engage media;
Provide input into broader communications strategies and events across the WWF network;
Scan the local, international news agenda to identify communications opportunities, stay informed about conservation topics around the world;
Work with other key communicators within the WWF network;
Use a variety of communication methods and new media channels to promote the work of the MWIOPO office;
Other tasks as agreed with the Regional Representative.

Profile:

Required Qualifications

At least three years' relevant professional experience in news, current affairs or PR;
Experience and willingness to work in a challenging developing country environment;
Good knowledge of website content management tools;
Good knowledge of office applications;
Teamwork;
Higher education should include at least a university degree, and preferably a master’s degree or higher in communications, conservation, or a related field.

Required Skills and Competencies

Ability to deliver multiple simultaneous projects;
Articulate, creative, passionate, flexible and tenacious;
Excellent written and spoken French and English – other languages an advantage;
Ability to work as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment;
Interest in conservation and environmental issues.

Applications should be sent to the WWF Operations/HR Director, BP 738, 101 Antananarivo or emailed to vravoniarisoa@wwf.mg by Monday 13th July 2009 at the latest by mentioning “Communications Manager for Madagascar” and should be composed of a cover letter, a detailed CV with photo and a telephone number for quick contact.

Please do not send application by registered mail. Only selected candidates are contacted.

WWF-MWIOPO, Climate Change Programme Officer

2009-06-30

WWF Madagascar/West Indian Ocean Programme Office is looking for a Climate Change Programme Officer. This position is based in Antananarivo and is ranked 11/12 grade within the Programme.

Major functions
Under the supervision of the Conservation Science and Species Programme Coordinator, the Climate Change Programme Officer has the main function:

Develop WWF progammes’ capacity and knowledge to capture climate change in conservation and develop appropriate and effective response to cope with its impacts.
Support the Programme in all issues related to climate change adaptation.
Ensure effective implementation of climate change projects in accordance with the overall strategy of the Programme and in synergy with the other WWF projects/programmes.

Major duties and responsibilities
Technical Aspects

Support the Programme in the development, planning and implementation of climate change adaptation projects;
Support the Programme in the development of new initiatives linked to climate change adaptation and develop proposals to be submitted to the donors;
Build and reinforce WWF staff capacity and knowledge on climate change, its impacts and responses especially adaptation;
Promote the integration of the climate change adaptation in all WWF projects;
Support the Conservation Science and Species Programme in (i) the gathering, compiling and communication of climate change information, knowledge and scientific data, especially those related to Madagascar and the West Indian Ocean region and (ii) the development of a comprehensive data base on climate change adaptation;
Support the Geographic Information System Unit in the integration of the climate change issue in the priority-setting process and analysis;
In close collaboration with the Footprint Programme Coordinator, who holds the lead on climate change mitigation, represent WWF in the National Committee on Climate Change,
In collaboration with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, develop a monitoring-evaluation system for climate change projects and ensure its implementation and follow-up;
Ensure the development and smooth running of workshops, conferences, seminars and any other form of meetings related to climate change adaptation;
Inform the Programme on current issues and trends regarding climate change, and climate change-related research;
Maintain permanent communication and links with the Ecosystems and livelihoods Adaptation Network (ELAN);
Ensure that climate change projects are planned and implemented according to WWF project management standards;
Represent the Conservation Science and Species Programme Coordinator in meetings with partners, when appropriate.

Administrative and Financial aspects

Ensure that climate change projects are planned, implemented and reviewed according to WWF standards on administrative and financial management;
Develop annual, bi-annual and quarterly work plans for climate change projects and ensure coordination with other WWF projects;
Develop quarterly, bi-annual and annual technical reports to donors and WWF International;
Organize the planning and implementation of evaluations and reviews of climate change projects and ensure all recommendations are implemented;
Maintain a regular communication with donors and provide support in the organization of their eventual visits to Madagascar;
Prepare and ensure the follow-up of all contracts (providers, consultants and researchers), establish and monitor the budgets;
With the support of the Project Support Officer, monitor the financial health of the projects: funding status, budgets, financial reports, burn-rate;
Supervise the climate change projects staff;
Contribute to the preparation and the coordination of the internal and external evaluation of climate change projects.

Required knowledge and skills

At least 5 year-experience in applied researches related to climate change adaptation;
At least Masters Degree in Biology, Agronomy, Forestry, Earth Science or equivalent;
Strong analysis, conceptualization and long term vision capacity; proven experience in the design, implementation, and direction of complex and diverse projects, encompassing multiple programs;
Proven capacity to generate successful collaboration with partner institutions;
Excellent communication and writing skills in French and English;
Capacity to work in a multidisciplinary team;
Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, E- mail); background on database management and GIS tools (Arcview, ArcGIS etc) would be an asset.

Applications should be sent to the WWF Operations /HR Director, BP 738, 101 Antananarivo or emailed to vravoniarisoa@wwf.mg by 15 July 2009 by mentioning “Climate Change Programme Officer” and should be composed of a cover letter, a detailed CV with photo and a telephone number for quick contact.
Please do not send application by registered mail.
Only selected candidates are contacted.

WWF Western Melanesia, Conservation Director

2009-06-25

The WMP Conservation Director leads the effective implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation of the WMP Conservation Programme.

The position will be based in the WMP’s main office in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

Key qualifications for the position are:

Advanced degree in Conservation Biology, or natural resource/environment-related field with a strong experience in terrestrial and marine ecosystems.
At least 10 years conservation field experience, preferably with at least 5 years in the Pacific.
At least 5 years experience of working with large bilateral and multilateral donor funded projects, including strong experience of designing and writing project proposals and securing funding for large programmes
Experience in working closely with government and private sector partners on policy and advocacy issues
Experience in developing partnerships with local NGOs and communities including a strong capacity building component
Excellent leadership, interpersonal, networking and lobbying skills
Good planning and organizational skills, including strategic planning and project management
Fluency in written and spoken English. Knowledge of Tok Pisin would be a plus.

The application deadline is 15 July, 2009.

Please send a cover letter stating your interest, why you think you are a suitable candidate and indicating your availability together with a current cv including the names and contact details of three referees. Your application should be sent by mail or e-mail to Joy Herea, Human Resources Manager (jherea@wwfpacific.org.pg), WWF WMPO, PO Box 8280, Boroko 111 NCD, Papua New Guinea. Joy can provide the full terms of reference upon demand.
Only candidates selected for interview will be notified.

WWF International, HR Manager, Secretariat

2009-06-23

In this position, the HR Manager is responsible for providing HR services to staff at the Secretariat. The Manager leads and proposes the Compensation & Benefits strategy, manages the Oracle HRIS and supports the roll out to Programme Offices.

Required Functional Skills

A professional Human Resources qualification or equivalent tertiary education
At least five years’ experience of working in either an HR generalist or a C&B role, dealing with both Swiss and international environments, with some experience with international mobility
Strong knowledge of Swiss labour law and Swiss benefits system
Experience working with HRIS systems
Excellent written and spoken English. Knowledge of French and other language skills an asset

Required Behavioural Skills

Ability to build strong working relationships with both internal and external clients, and focus on being service oriented
Strong analytical skills with methodical approach
Excellent oral and written communication skills and an aptitude for problem solving and decision making
Excellent advisory skills and ability to promote team synergy in a multi-cultural work environment
Excellent interpersonal skills (tact, diplomacy, discretion and impartiality) and influencing skills are essential for this position
Strong team-player with ability to work in virtual teams in multicultural environment
Absolute discretion and personal integrity
Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing priorities
Must be committed to equal opportunity employment policies
Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.

This position is based at WWF International in Gland, Switzerland and only applications from the area will be considered.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to recruitments@wwfint.org . For further information on this position, please consult the attached job description.

Application deadline: Tuesday 14th July 2009

WWF International, Accountant - Consolidation and Investment Accounting

2009-06-22

The Accountant is the Super User for the roll-out of the Oracle Accounts Payable module to WWF International and the Programme offices and will play a leading role in the year end consolidation process and complete and enhance the Investment Accounting, including supporting Board Reports.

The key requirements are:

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years work experience in a finance function
A commercial diploma or university degree with a specialisation in accounting and finance
Excellent interpersonal communication skills are required to work in an organisation with a range of staff from different cultures and functions
Strong computer skills: Excel, financial software, word processing, e-mail
Knowledge of Oracle and financial reporting systems an advantage
Strong accountancy skills
Takes initiative
Grasps new concepts quickly
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Fluency in English and working knowledge of French
Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.

This position is based at WWF International in Gland, Switzerland and only applications from the area will be considered.

To apply, please email a cover letter and CV to recruitments@wwfint.org. For more information on the position, please consult the attached job description.

Deadline for applications: Sunday 5 July 2009

WWF International, Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer

2009-06-18

The Assistant will operate and perform with considerable independence, diversified secretarial duties and designated administrative duties using initiative and judgement, knowledge of company policy and organisation. S/he will also support the Chief Operating Officer in the fulfilment and execution of duties.

The key requirements are:

Assistant training from a commercial college or equivalent
At least 5 years’ relevant experience as assistant to senior management
Attentive to detail and follow-up with excellent organisation and prioritisation skills; efficiency
Excellent communication skills, empathy and people-oriented
Capacity to take initiative and work as part of a team
Ability to research information and synthesize it
Good computer skills
Excellent English and French preferably
Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to recruitments@wwfint.org . For further information on this position, please consult the attached job description.

Application deadline: 5 July 2009

WWF, Leader, “Coastal East Africa” Initiative

2009-06-17

Location base : Dar-es-Salaam / Tanzania.
Type of contract : Contract from WWF International, Switzerland.
Duration of contract : 3 years extendable.

The Leader will direct the core team and orchestrate the human, technical and financial resources throughout the WWF Network and beyond.

The key requirements are:

Advanced degree or equivalent work experience in environmental, and/or relevant social, natural or political sciences, economics, management, international development, or another relevant field
Technical proficiency in the field of conservation, natural resource management, international project management or international development
10 years professional experience (with at least 5 years in eastern Africa) in a leadership role, with demonstrated success in managing multi-disciplinary teams and multiple donor budgets
Experience with high-level advocacy work in the region
Experience of international fundraising would be beneficial
Proven experience in effectively coordinating large complex programmes and associated budgets, with strong project management skills
Good technical and organisational skills
Excellent negotiation, diplomacy and lobbying skills, and experience in working with senior civil servants and corporate leaders
Excellent interpersonal and teambuilding skills and ability to deal with multiple teams in multiple locations (virtual teams)
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills in English; Kiswahili and Portuguese an advantage.

For more information on the position, please refer to the attached job description.
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and CV to Mr Duc Nguyen, Human Resources Manager, at recruitments@wwfint.org .

Application deadline: July 17 2009

WWF-MWIOPO, Offre de consultance, Expert International en restauration des forêts sèches

2009-06-16

Les candidats intéressés peuvent demander les termes de référence relatifs à cette consultance à l’adresse email suivante : srazafimahazo@wwf.mg

La soumission doit comporter une offre technique détaillée et une offre financière remises dans deux enveloppes séparées, un CV détaillé du consultant avec mention des expériences similaires, un numéro de téléphone pour contact rapide et d’une photo d’identité récente. L’offre financière devra faire apparaître les honoraires et les détails des débours en distinguant les montants hors taxe et les taxes. Ces dernières seront prises en charge par le Programme d’Investissement Public (PIP) pour les résidents. Pour le cas des non-résidents, le consultant se chargera lui-même du paiement des taxes liées aux travaux de consultance.

L’ensemble des dossiers de soumission est à adresser sous pli fermé à Madame Le Directeur des Operations et Ressources Humaines B.P. 738 Antananarivo 101, Madagascar avec la mention « Expert international en restauration de forêts sèches» au plus tard le mercredi 15 juillet 2009.

Seuls les candidats sélectionnés seront contactés.

TRAFFIC, Regional Programme Manager - Southeast Asia

2009-06-09

TITLE: Regional Programme Manager - Southeast Asia
LOCATION: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
REPORTS TO: Executive Director, TRAFFIC International

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 3 July 2009

TRAFFIC is seeking a Regional Programme Manager for its Southeast Asia programme. The Regional Programme Manager is based at TRAFFIC’s Southeast Asia regional office in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, where TRAFFIC is legally hosted by WWF Malaysia. In addition, a sub-regional office for the Greater Mekong operates in Viet Nam, a project office is hosted by IUCN in Thailand, and project staff are based in other countries of the region. The Regional Programme Manager will be supervised initially by the Executive Director of TRAFFIC International, the head office of the TRAFFIC Network, based in Cambridge, UK. This line management is likely to shift to a new senior programme director position before the end of 2009.

BACKGROUND
TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring network, works to ensure that trade in wild animals and plants is not a threat to the conservation of nature. TRAFFIC actively monitors and investigates wildlife trade and provides information to diverse audiences worldwide as a basis for effective conservation policies and programmes. The organization was founded in 1976 and has grown into an international network, with 30 offices worldwide, organized in eight regional programmes. TRAFFIC is a joint programme of WWF and IUCN.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES

Leads and co-ordinates implementation of TRAFFIC’s global conservation programme within the Southeast Asia region and acts as TRAFFIC’s primary representative for Brunei, Cambodia, Timor-Leste, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Viet Nam.
Leads the regional team and collaborates with senior colleagues in the TRAFFIC network in developing and marketing projects necessary to deliver the TRAFFIC global conservation programme as components of a regional work programme.
Manages implementation of the regional work programme including activities in the areas of research, policy development, communications and capacity building and effective administration of an annual budget of about USD 1.5 million.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

Represents the Southeast Asia regional team in development and management of TRAFFIC’s global conservation programme
Collaborates with senior colleagues in the TRAFFIC network in developing and marketing projects necessary to deliver the TRAFFIC global conservation programme as components of a work programme addressing wildlife trade issues in the region, including development of funding proposals and budgeting and scheduling of planned activities
Manages implementation of the regional work programme, ensuring that the regional team delivers project results effectively, efficiently and to expected TRAFFIC quality standards
Represents TRAFFIC in the region and maintains links and good working relationships with WWF, IUCN, governmental and intergovernmental agencies in Southeast Asia, major donors and relevant NGOs
Liaises with the TRAFFIC network and relevant WWF and IUCN programmes and regional/national offices in Southeast Asia about events, developments and activities related to wildlife trade and utilisation
Ensures effective public and policy communication and interacts in this respect with the media, government and non-government agencies, and with funding bodies and donor agencies
Ensures that TRAFFIC has the institutional capacity to deliver its programme in the Southeast Asia region, including oversight of any sub-regional and project offices
Supervises TRAFFIC staff and consultants in the region and manages personnel issues including staff development and training
Manages the budget of TRAFFIC Southeast Asia and ensures effective administration and accounting of funds and the accurate and timely reporting of consolidated and project-related financial statements and accounts
Ensures compliance with the terms of hosting agreements for TRAFFIC offices in the region and close liaison with WWF in Malaysia and any other host organisations
Ensures preparation and submission of technical reports on activities and achievements (including six-month and annual activity reports) and project reports for funding agencies
Represents the TRAFFIC Network at regional and international meetings

REQUIREMENTS

Strong skills in programme management, planning and project implementation
Good interpersonal and leadership skills and ability to work effectively as part of a small team, with respect for and sensitivity to multi-cultural approaches
Project development and marketing experience and strong financial management skills
Extensive professional work experience relevant to nature conservation, familiarity with major trends in biodiversity conservation policy and issues relevant to the trade in wild animals and plants
Broad international experience and familiarity with conservation and socio-economic issues of the Southeast Asian region, preferably with several years of working experience in more than one Southeast Asian country
A good understanding of CITES and other international nature conservation laws and agreements, of wildlife management and sustainable development issues, and of Southeast Asian policies regarding the conservation, use of and trade in biological resources
A university degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. biology, political science, law or economics)
Fluency in English, preferably a strong working ability in at least one Southeast Asian language, and excellent writing skills
Communications skills and experience of working with the media
A willingness to travel widely and frequently and work under pressure
Familiarity with standard word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software, and with electronic communication technology.

SUPERVISION: Supervises directly the senior staff of the regional office in Petaling Jaya, the Greater Mekong sub-regional office and the project office in Thailand.

APPLICATIONS
Applicants are asked to submit their CV and a covering letter in English. The letter must specifically address the job requirements in the order presented above. Applicants should further provide the names/contact details of three referees, including one recent employer.

Applications should be submitted, preferably by email with the subject header "Job Application: TSEA Regional Manager", before 3 July 2009 to:

The Executive Director
TRAFFIC International
219a Huntingdon Road
Cambridge CB3 0DL
UK

E-mail: traffic@traffic.org

For further information about TRAFFIC visit our website at http://www.traffic.org.

Asociado de Programa

2009-06-01

RESUMEN DEL TRABAJO

Esta posición trabaja en estrecha coordinación con el equipo técnico y programático de la oficina de WWF en Panamá, para el logro de los objetivos y metas del programa forestal regional. Para ello debe realizar investigación, análisis y organización de la información para la preparación de informes, propuestas, presentaciones y la organización de un centro de documentación que facilite la consulta de material técnico.

De igual forma es responsable de apoyar la ejecución y seguimiento de los proyectos forestales, . En este contexto apoya el monitoreo y evaluación paradar seguimiento a los indicadores y objetivos establecidos para los procesos internos del programa forestal y las propuestas de innovación y mejora que permitan fortalecer el impacto del trabajo de WWF en el campo y una mayor visibilidad de estos resultados al nivel regional.

Entre sus áreas de competencia se encuentra además a organización de actividades y eventos especiales para el programa forestal, tal comola planificación de giras de campo y viajes con donantes, seguimiento con contactos del gobierno, industrias, medios de comunicación y otros. Estas tareas deben estar coordinadas con el Departamento de Información y Comunicaciones, para efectos de difusión en medios, producción de boletines, materiales impresos y audiovisuales, entre otros.

El puesto requiere mantener una constante comunicación con el personal basado en Panamá, la sede regional en Costa Rica y la Red WWF.

REQUERIMIENTOS MÍNIMOS PARA EL PUESTO

Conocimientos: Formación técnica en conservacion de recursos naturales. Preferible grado de Bachillerato universitario, y conocimientos de Administración.
Experiencia: Experiencia mínima de dos años en organizaciones no gubernamentales vinculadas al tema de recursos naturales y/o medio ambiente.
Destrezas y habilidades:

Bilingüe- Inglés/Español- y con probada experiencia en escribir documentos en ambos idiomas.
Iniciativa, habilidad para priorizar y llevar adelante las tareas y obtener resultados con mínima supervisión.
Probada capacidad de análisis y organización.
Destacada habilidad de comunicación y el establecimiento de relaciones interpersonales.
Habilidad para manejar paquetes de cómputo, incluyendo procesadores de texto, hojas de cálculo y bases de datos en ambiente Windows.

WWF China Programme Office, Chief Operating Officer

2009-05-22

WWF, the global conservation organization that has been working in China for 29 years, is looking for a highly skilled professional to be Chief Operating Officer in WWF China Programme Office (CPO) to be based in Beijing.
This position will supervise directors of Finance, HR / Administration, Organisational Monitoring Officer and report to the Country Representative of WWF CPO.

Function:
The COO supports the WWF China Programme Representative by leading the WWF China’s operations team so as to ensure the effective and efficient operations of WWF China to fulfill the Network Standards of WWF International and WWF China’s Strategic Plan (2010-1015).The COO will ensure strategic leadership together with the heads of Operations team for engagement with rest of WWF CPO’s Senior Management Team. With the Representative, the COO will facilitate strong collaboration, learning and communications within WWF as well as with the rest of the WWF network to ensure a strong and credible WWF China Programme Office.

The key requirements are:

An advanced degree in management, business administration or international development or a relevant field;
At least 10 years professional experience in a leadership role, with demonstrated success in managing teams and office operations as well as boards, corporate engagement and relationship management, and managing complex budgets;
Proven knowledge and experience of the not-for-profit sector, preferably of environmental non- government organizations, governance and regulatory compliance.
Proven leadership skills with excellent capacity to manage human and financial resources; ability to inspire and motivate staff and external partners;
Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and evaluating strategic plans;
High level negotiation as well as interpersonal and influencing skills and the capacity to develop and maintain strong relationships within WWF and across the WWF Network and in the business and not-for-profit communities;
Superior oral and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Mandarin desirable but not essential;
Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.

Candidates should send a cover letter and CV in English to recruitments@wwfint.org . For more details about the position, please consult the attached job description.

Application deadline: July 5, 2009

Consultant pour l’Appui à la Délimitation et à la Surveillance, Salonga, DRC

2008-02-26

Fonction : Consultant pour l’Appui à la Délimitation et à la Surveillance
Projet : Parc National de la Salonga (Province de l’Equateur, Rép. Dém. Congo)
Lieu d’affectation : Mundja ou autre site à la Salonga
Supervisé par : Conseiller du Parc et Chef de Site
Durée : 5 mois (01 avril – 31 août 2008)

Le Parc National de la Salonga est considéré comme une des régions les plus importantes pour la conservation de la biodiversité en Afrique centrale. Cependant, le braconnage des hommes armés et les conflits liés aux limites problématiques et à la délocalisation de certains groupes humains du parc contribuent à accélérer la dégradation de la biodiversité de ce parc.

L’Institut Congolais pour la Conservation de la Nature (ICCN) et ses partenaires sont en cours de renforcer la formation des gardes dans la lutte anti braconnage et de mettre en œuvre diverses initiatives tendant à la réduction des conflits entre les communautés locales et le personnel de l’ICCN sur le terrain.

Le WWF recherche un consultant pour un appui technique devant permettre aux gardes et à la communauté locale de s’impliquer efficacement dans les opérations de réduction de l’érosion de la biodiversité du Parc National de la Salonga et dans le respect d’une manière consensuelle de ses limites.

TERMES DE REFERENCES

FONCTIONS PRINCIPALES

• Vérifier et collecter les données géoreférencées sur les limites du parc dans le secteur de Mundja pour validation de la carte SYGIAP.
• Impliquer les autorités traditionnelles dans le processus de vérification des limites et plus tard de leurs matérialisation en s’inspirant des résultats des travaux de WCS sur la délimitation participative dans d’autres secteurs du parc.
• Entreprendre des contacts avec les autorités coutumières pour l’identification de la manière la plus efficace et la plus durable permettant l’implication des communautés locales dans la clarification et la matérialisation des limites du parc dans le secteur de Mundja.
• Coordonner les activités communautaires en collaboration avec Pact.
• Contribuer au renforcement de la collaboration entre les agents de l’ICCN et la population locale en impliquant cette dernière dans les travaux de terrain.
• Collecter les informations sur les réseaux de braconnage actifs dans le PNS.
• Appuyer le Chef de Station de Mundja dans la planification des patrouilles et de certaines opérations pratiques de lutte anti braconnage.
• Développer et/ou mettre en œuvre la stratégie pour l’élimination des camps des braconniers dans le parc et ses alentours.
• S’assurer de la bonne maintenance et du bon fonctionnement des matériels et équipements affectés au fonctionnement des activités du programme.
• Tenir régulièrement au courant le Conseiller du Parc et le Chef de Site du progrès des travaux et des difficultés éventuelles.
• Entreprendre tout autre tache pertinente qui lui sera confié dans le cadre de l’exécution de sa mission.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUISES

• Formation universitaire de second cycle au moins en biologie, sciences sociales ou gestion des ressources naturelles.
• Très bonne connaissance de la conservation de la biodiversité avec un accent sur les Aires Protégées.
• Expérience de travail avec les communautés locales dans la région de la Salonga.
• Connaissance pratiques dans l’organisation des patrouilles de surveillance dans une AP.
• Bonne maîtrise du français et du lingala. La connaissance des autres langues locales serait un atout.
• Etre disposé à travailler en équipe.
• Bonne santé physique et disponibilité à voyager dans des conditions de confort réduit à travers le Parc National de la Salonga et le landscape Salonga-Lukenie-Sankuru.
• Aptitude à travailler indépendamment et sous pression de temps.

Les consultants intéressés sont invités à faire parvenir leurs candidatures comprenant une lettre de demande, un CV ainsi que toutes références indiquant qu’ils sont qualifiés pour exécuter les tâches énumérées ci-dessus à l’adresse suivante :

- WWF-RDC, 14, avenue Sergent Moke, Q. Socimat, C/Ngaliema, Kinshasa (concession SAFRICAS).
- e-mail : wwfrdc@wwfcarpo.org

Date limite des dépôts : 15 mars 2008

Seuls les candidats sélectionnés seront retenus pour une interview

WWF-France, Responsable Outre-Mer

2007-04-19

LES MISSIONS :
- Coordonner l’ensemble des interventions et des moyens du WWF dans les collectivités françaises d’outre-mer, notamment le budget et le plan de communication, avec l’appui des pôles thématiques (eau douce, forêt, océans et côtes…) et des départements concernés ;
- Renforcer et gérer les moyens humains et financiers du WWF-France en Guyane et en Nouvelle-Calédonie (7 personnes), notamment dans la planification stratégique et la recherche de fonds ; Optimiser les relations entre les bureaux délocalisés et les différents services du siège.
- Développer et mettre en œuvre directement des initiatives partenariales d’envergure nationale de sensibilisation et de mobilisation du public (citoyens, élus, administrations, associations…) en faveur de la biodiversité Outre-mer. Une priorité sera donnée à la capitalisation des acquis obtenus depuis 10 ans ;
- Développer les relations auprès des différents acteurs, notamment influencer les décideurs nationaux pour une meilleure prise en compte de la biodiversité dans les politiques publiques et stratégies privées Outre-mer.

LE (LA) CANDIDAT(E) :

Formation/Connaissances :
- Formation Bac + 5 école d’ingénieur ou université en sciences naturelles
- Connaissance des problématiques biodiversité, réseaux des acteurs locaux et nationaux de l’Outre-Mer français
- Connaissance approfondie de l’anglais, espagnol souhaité

Expérience :
- Minimum 5 ans d’expérience terrain : gestion de programmes de conservation
- Minimum 5 ans d’expérience en gestion d’équipe (minimum 5 personnes)
- Montage de projets et en recherche de fonds
- Gestion administrative
- Gestion de relations avec les partenaires institutionnels (administration centrale, collectivités locales, etc…)

Compétences :
- Bonne maîtrise des problématiques de biodiversité, en particulier dans l’Outre-Mer
- Montage et gestion de projets
- Gestion administrative et financière
- Représentation / Lobby / négociation

Personnalité :
- Forte capacité de travail
- Sens de l’initiative et autonomie
- A la fois esprit « leader » et « gestionnaire »
- Très bon relationnel, sens de l’écoute et de la négociation
- Rigueur et méthode
- Ouverture d’esprit et forte capacité d’adaptation
- Goût et implication dans le secteur associatif

Modalités pratiques du poste : Contrat à durée indéterminée à compter de juin 2007. Poste basé au WWF-France, 1, carrefour de Longchamp 75016 Paris.
Rémunération à définir selon qualification et expérience.

Modalités pratiques de la candidature : Merci d’adresser votre candidature par mail uniquement à recrutement@wwf.fr avec la mention OM-07