Position: Regional Wildlife Protection Coordinator and Trainer (Full-Time / 1 Year Fixed-Term Contract)
Salary: Competitive Salary
Location: Bogor (Indonesia)
About us:
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL), a charity founded in 1826, is a
world-renowned centre of excellence for conservation science and applied
conservation. ZSL’s mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide
conservation of animals and their habitats. This is realised by carrying
out field conservation and research in over 50 countries across the
globe and through education and awareness-raising at our two zoos, ZSL
London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, inspiring people to take conservation
action.
Overview of Position:
A Regional Wildlife Protection Coordinator and Trainer is required to
coordinate all assessments, training and support activities involving
wildlife protection in the Asia region, with specific emphasis on the
Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART) and the SMART approach. A
key area of focus will be the UKCCU/NICFI-funded South Sumatra
Partnership for Landscape Management Support Project (“KELOLA Sendang”).
Activities will be undertaken in close coordination with all ZSL teams
involved in wildlife protection and using SMART on the ground.
Main responsibilities will include working with the Asia programme staff to:
- Work with in-country teams to establish a strategic approach for the roll out of protection measures, including SMART across Asia
- Assist in set-up of SMART, including threat assessments, reviewing monitoring protocols and existing security management protocols, planning and target-setting, and developing appropriate reporting systems
- Coordinate the development and delivery of SMART training for applications beyond wildlife protection such as ecological and fire monitoring
- With a focus on Indonesia, work with country teams to establish training schedules and workplans for protection activities, with a specific focus on SMART operationalisation
- Conduct periodic, site-level reviews of protection systems in Indonesia and regionally
- Contribute to the development of SMART as a tool and assist in the development of training materials for both wildlife protection and SMART
- Assist with the development of wildlife crime investigation teams and informant networks, creating a viable model in Indonesia that can be rolled out in other ZSL Asia landscapes
- Communicate with relevant stakeholders at both regional and national levels, promoting SMART and its capabilities
- Be one of ZSL’s representatives on the SMART Partnership
- Engage and lead, where appropriate, on investigative work, collaborations with government agencies, and interactions with poachers and wildlife traders
- Ensure the achievement of UKCCU/NICFI project objectives related to SMART and protection in accordance with the project work plan
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Provide monthly reports to the management team
Person Specification:
The successful candidate must have an undergraduate and preferably a
Masters level degree in criminology, law/law enforcement training or a
related subject. The candidate should be experienced in project
planning, implementation, and evaluation; the use of SMART, as well as
experience in wildlife crime. We are looking for someone who is able to
work under challenging field conditions and who possesses excellent
communication and prioritisation skills. A solid understanding of
wildlife trade and conservation issues in Asia and globally is required.
To Apply and Closing Date:
Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability).
Applicants will need to upload their CV and covering letter (detailing relevant experience and skills, stating why they want the position and including details of availability).
Closing date for applications: Midnight Sunday 18th September 2016
The Zoological Society of London is a charity registered in England and Wales: no. 208728.
email: Saptarida98@gmail.com
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