World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet, seeks a Program Officer for our Forest and Marine conservation programs of the Islands of South East Asia and the Pacific. The position will assist with the planning, fund raising, coordination, communication, and management of program priorities and activities in areas of assignment. May develop and plan regional programs, field projects and policy initiatives in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia, Timor-Leste, Fiji, Brunei, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.
Basic Requirements:
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree (required) and at least three years of work experience in a related field, with at least two years of international field experience, ideally in developing countries and preferably in Asia and the Pacific. Grant and Proposal writing experience is preferred and a background in marine and/or forest biodiversity conservation or natural resource management is a plus. A Master’s degree in related field is preferred, such as natural resources management, environmental science, international development or conservation policy. The successful candidates must also have excellent communication, writing and organization skills. 20% travel to Asia required.