Agricultural Ecologist Job at Nature Conservancy
Agricultural Ecologist Job at Nature Conservancy… See details on how to apply for the opportunities available at Nature Conservancy.
Descriptions;
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Founded in 1951, the Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together.
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Responsibilities:
- Support TNC Agriculture and other Strategies’ projects that focus on sustainable intensification and land resources management.
- Lead the selection and application of nature-based solutions in crop, livestock, aquaculture, forest systems in TNC project target regions and support the documentation of their performance.
- Participate in TNC thematic discussions to develop technical and operational recommendations for sustainable agricultural development.
- Develop and/or adapt, and deliver agroecological technical training and mentoring program for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with TNC communications staff and outside partners and stakeholders to develop new knowledge products and operational tools that are informed by learning from the field.
- Represent TNC at priority meetings and on committees where Agricultural Ecology technical input is required.
- Works independently, and routinely support Global Agriculture team and the Africa Agriculture Director as needed.
- The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best.
- Advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all genders with diverse backgrounds, beliefs and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to.
- May work in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, in hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in agricultural-ecology, or the combination of soil science and ecology and 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Relevant experience in sustainable food systems, with primary focus on environment, climate change.
- Master’s degree and 3-5 years’ experience of working on sustainable food systems, environment, climate and/or issues in the context of rural development, or a Ph.D.
- Working knowledge in soil health, hydrology, climate science, and/or terrestrial and wetland carbon sequestration/accounting
- Experience coordinating projects with private sector participation in a matrix organization, working across teams, operating units, and functions to achieve optimal results
- Experience in building networks or organizational capacity, facilitating informational sessions, increasing internal knowledge and capacity.
- Intimate knowledge and sensitivity with local and in-country social, economic, and political conditions and issues.
- Experience identifying key stakeholders and building and maintaining strategic partnerships, with experience working in local communities.
- Experience negotiating complex agreements and contracts.
- Experience in taking initiative and working independently or with minimal oversight.
How to Apply
Interested and suitable applicants should CLICK HERE to apply.
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Application Deadline: 25th December 2021.
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