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WWF International is seeking:

Technical Advisor For The Democratic Republic of Congo

The position will be based within the Ministry of Environment, Nature Conservation, and Tourism in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

The major functions include:

  • Provision of scientific and technical advice/support to the Congolese Institute for the Conservation of Nature (ICCN) and the Ministry of Environment, Nature Conservation, and Tourism (MENCT)
  • A general review for MENCT of natural resource management in the DRC, including the status of protected areas, existing infra-structures, legislation and policies, as well as environmental problems that have a large-scale impact on the country
  • Development with MENCT of a short and medium term programme to restart conservation activities especially in protected areas
  • Assistance in identifying donors/investors and preparing project proposals, and provision of technical support during negotiations with donors as required.
Qualifications and Experience required:
  • Master's or PhD in biology, natural resource management, conservation or allied discipline
  • At least five year's experience in conservation in Africa with preference in RDC
  • A solid understanding of management of protected areas as well as experience in preparing project proposals involving community participation and integrated development
  • The capacity to work in teams, under difficult conditions and diplomacy are necessary
  • Fluency in written and spoken French and English is required.

Please apply in writing with a full CV and covering letter to Miriam Fuhrer, Human Resources Department at WWF International, Av. du Mont Blanc, 1196 Gland, Switzerland. Fax: +41 22 364 7850, email: mfuhrer@wwfnet.org