Field Coordinator - Comoro - Conservation International Timor-Leste

 

JOB VACANCY

 

Position Title: Field Coordinator - Comoro

Supervisor: Deputy Program Manager

Level: Level II step 1

Term:  12 months, fixed term

Location: Dili, Timor-Leste

 

Introduction

Conservation International (CI)’s work in Timor-Leste began in 2009, followed by the establishment of our office in 2012. Our work aims to improve local food security, fight climate change, and enhance livelihoods primarily through the establishment of a functioning national protected area network. We are working directly with government and local communities to research, implement, and improve the management of protected areas on land and at sea, through national parks and no-take zones. Through a blend of science, policy, and fieldwork, we further provide innovative solutions to key environmental issues such as unsustainable fishing practices, deforestation, and climate change.

 

Position Description

This position will support Deputy Project Manager and GEF Technical Manager in implementing GEF funded project titled “Securing the long-term conservation of Timor-Leste’s biodiversity and ecosystem services through the establishment of a functioning National Protected Area Network and the improvement of natural resource management in priority catchment corridor” (TLNSAP”). This position will carry out coordination duties as assigned by the project team, specifically for the Comoro catchment project site and communities. The objective of this project is to establish Timor-Leste’s National Protected Area System and improve the management of forest ecosystems in priority catchment corridor

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support and assist the Deputy Project Managers in ensuring effective and efficient implementation of GEF project as assigned to this position, including coordination with CI staff, partner communities, government, and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with Deputy Project Managers in developing the project’s detailed workplan and reporting against the progression of the work plan, and expenditure of the budget.
• Participate in monitoring and evaluating the implementation and impact of project activities.
• Work with the Operations team to ensure efficient and cost-effective use of CI equipment and resources while applying internal systems, structures, and standard operating procedures.
• Support an organizational culture that reflects our full spectrum programming values, theory of change, promotes accountability and high performance, encourages a team culture of learning, creativity, and innovation.
• Support in facilitating learning and sharing on key issues for advocacy, adoption and/or replication of best practices.
• Liaise with communities and local authorities on a day-to-day basis and ensure active engagement of stakeholders to mobilize resources, and coordinate activities.
• Successfully submit on time monthly reports and budget expenditure reports, to supervisor, and donor reports when required.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Science Degree in Conservation, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Protected Areas, Biodiversity, or Fisheries; or be able to demonstrate successful experience in understanding Environmental Resource Management issues and applying science.
• Demonstrated in-field experience working with communities, especially farming communities.
• 2 - 4 years of related work experience, preferably in the conservation, NGO, or advocacy arena. Demonstrated experience developing and managing workplans and budgets.
• Sound experience of working on environmental and community development issues either in an NGO or the public or private sector.
• Substantial skills and understanding of monitoring and evaluation and building capacity.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with all levels of employees and partners in a team setting.
• Specific expertise in aspects of community development through biodiversity protection and sustainable livelihoods.
• Needs to be passionate about the environment and the long-term sustainability of natural resources to support healthy communities.
• Advanced English and Tetum language skills are required.
• Women are strongly encouraged to apply

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience implementing CB-NRM.
• Forestry experience.
• Local language ability; Mumbae and/or Tokodede.
• Motorbike License

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical office environment.
• This position is based in Dili with frequent travel to project site.

 

 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

To apply for this position, email your Cover Letter and CV to timor-leste@conservation.org with the Position Title clearly identified in the email, before 5pm Friday 10^th December 2021.

 

Please submit your application in English in PDF or Word (doc) format. Please do not include zipped files or copies of certificates with your application.

 

Applications which do not meet the specified minimum requirements or those that are received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

Conservation International is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women to apply for this position.