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| • Education -8 to 10 years' professional experience, of which 5 years are in the managerial position and relevant to the terms of reference. -Master’s degree in environmental science, Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change, Ecology, Wildlife Biology, Environmental Studies, or other closely related disciplines from reputed university -Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline may be considered in lieu of a Master’s degree, provided it is supplemented by at least two (02) additional years of relevant professional experience at progressively responsible levels. -Strong academic track record with demonstrated ability to apply scientific and technical knowledge to programme design, implementation, and policy-oriented work. • Training and Experience -Minimum 8–10 years of progressive professional experience in forest management, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, climate change adaptation/mitigation, or related environmental fields, with at least 5 years in a managerial, coordination, or senior technical role. -Demonstrated experience in project and programme management, including planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and budget oversight, preferably within international NGOs, UN agencies, or donor-funded projects. -Proven technical expertise in one or more of the following areas including forest and ecosystem restoration, climate change adaptation and ecosystem-based approaches (EbA), biodiversity conservation and sustainable natural resource management, Nature-based solutions and climate resilience programming. -Strong experience working with government counterparts, donors, development partners, research institutions, and community stakeholders. -Demonstrated ability to provide technical leadership, guide multidisciplinary teams, and ensure quality assurance of technical outputs, studies, and knowledge products. -Experience in donor engagement, proposal development, and results-based reporting, preferably with bilateral or multilateral donors. -Sound understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks and use of indicators for adaptive management. -Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage complex and evolving programmatic contexts. -Experience in producing timely reports, manage budgets and assist in communication related activities. -High standards of professional integrity, accountability, and commitment to IUCN’s values, including gender equality and inclusive approaches. -Proficiency in standard office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiarity with project management and reporting tools is required. • Other Competencies -Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and guide multidisciplinary teams in both field and office settings. -Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and negotiation skills, with the capacity to build and maintain effective working relationships with government counterparts, partners, donors, and communities. -Advanced oral and written communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences; knowledge of local language(s) is an asset. -High level of analytical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment, particularly in complex or rapidly changing operational contexts. -Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision. -Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and a results-oriented approach. -Commitment to professional integrity, accountability, inclusiveness, and teamwork, aligned with IUCN’s values and principles. -Ability to adapt to change, manage uncertainty, and support innovation and learning within programme teams. • Language skills -Excellent presentation, writing and spoken communication skills in English are essential. • International experience will be an added advantage. |
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