Mangrove Ecosystems Project Officer Job at WWF

Mangrove Ecosystems Project Officer Job at WWF… See details on how to apply for the opportunities available at WWF.

Description;

The WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature), an international conservation organization, is seeking for a competent and highly motivated Mangrove Ecosystems Project Officer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical input on the planning, design and implementation of “Bengo project”to improve the sustainability of mangrove habitats and species under threat;
• Lead in project management, reporting, monitoring and evaluation as needed;
• Supports implementation of marine programme and WWF TCO Conservation Strategic Plan (CSP)and programme strategic objectives especially on mangrove habitats and species;
• Develop and implement integrated conservation planning approaches and provide technical guidance on mangrove ecological and livelihood values in the project area;
• Prepare and monitor the implementation of contracts with third parties and partner institutions in collaboration with the Programme Coordinator;
• Support community-based enterprises development that incentivizes sustainable mangrove management
• Collaborate with WIO Mangrove Network(WIOMN) secretariat and WWF relevant partners

REOUIRED QUALIFICATION

Minimum Bachelor’s degree (Bachelor or similar level) in a subject relevant to Environmental conservation (marine science, social studies etc) or equivalent work experience in the coastal marine conservation field (2-3 years); At least three years’ experience working in mangrove management and/or project management in addition to above required degree or work equivalent; Master’s degree on the above qualifications is an added advantage; Experience in working with bilateral and multilateral donors; Experience in mangrove marine resource management, sustainable coastal livelihoods will be an added advantage; Understanding of, and sensitivity towards, the culture and livelihoods’ context of rural mangrove coastal communities in Tanzania is highly considered.